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Old 10-12-2013, 06:46 AM   #55 (permalink)
slowmover
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What is the reason for the trailer? Just for aero fun? Or will it carry a load (and how much)?

With any trailer the difficulites raised by bump steer -- the trailer getting sideways abruptly -- and causing problems at the steering wheel are always central. The more sophisticated the suspension, the more this problem is lessened. Bump steer and wind-handling difficulties are what get trailers into trouble.

Trailers also present a problem for other drivers due to size. Time and distance considerations especially when turning across traffic. Thus LED side marker lights and 3M brand conspicuity tape for both vehicles starts to make sense. There are now tiny red or amber marker lights to look at for both vehicles . . and they can be set to flash with apprpriate controls should one be at the side of the road; as here. I have seen these used in the rear trailer bumper, too, at end extremities to highlight trailer width.

And, as always, enjoying the work and thoughts. Thanks for including us.

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