Cayenne on a U-Haul Trailer

[1990C4S]

I need to tow a 2004 Cayenne turbo about 60 miles.

It looks like the standard U-Haul car trailer will do it...

The trailer max tire width is 76", the Cayenne is 65.4".

Vehicle width is 76", trailer can take 79".

Anyone done it? Option 2 is pay a flatbed service, which is pricey.

[Dantilla]

Looks like measurements are fine, better check the max weight ratings.
U-haul won't rent a trailer unless the tow vehicle is 3/4 ton or bigger

[T6andT]

Maybe I got lucky but used a 1/2 ton f-150 to tow a 911 500 miles about 6 months ago. They do ask tow vehicle and vehicle to be towed specifications

[stevej37]

What about a tow dolly?
I've used them numerous times...twice for my 911

[Shaun @ Tru6]

As long as you have something that will tow about 8000-8500 lbs total weight, you should be fine.

[1990C4S]

I have a full sized F150, and I do not need to exceed 50MPH. I will do some more checking.

The vehicle weight is under the trailer max by about 200 pounds.

It's not something I would do for 200 miles at high speed in traffic, I feel okay on uncrowded roads at lower speeds.

Thanks.

[Shaun @ Tru6]

with an F150 you are good to go.

[unclebilly]

I’ve hauled 3 cayennes on my 16’ flat deck. No issues.

I’m puzzled why this is a thing.

[dad911]

^^ it is if OP never trailered before.

To the OP, If the trailer doesn't have surge brakes, you will need a brake controller in the tow vehicle. And don't use those thin, 1000# HF ratchet straps. I think mine used to be 2" 4000# rated.

[unclebilly]

U Haul trailers have surge brakes and are pretty dummy proof. We used one to tow to Watkins Glen. I was impressed with how easy they made things.

[1990C4S]

Originally Posted by dad911

^^ it is if OP never trailered before.

I've trailered a lot of stuff. Just not a Cayenne on a U-Haul...I was more worried about it fitting than anything else.

[Helix8]

I rented a UHaul motorcycle trailer 2 months ago and the tires were dated 2014. Just a suggestion to check the tire dates.

[juanbenae]

You don't mention the tow rig? You have AAA? If you do, they will cover a tow that far and then some. or at least get you a deal on one of their preferred carriers....


Whenever I ask a question like this, I want somebody to talk me out of it cause I know it's stooopid and am only looking for a second NO vote.

[Tobra]

Originally Posted by Helix8

I rented a UHaul motorcycle trailer 2 months ago and the tires were dated 2014. Just a suggestion to check the tire dates.

This goes for their trucks too

[1990C4S]

Originally Posted by juanbenae

You don't mention the tow rig? You have AAA? If you do, they will cover a tow that far and then some. or at least get you a deal on one of their preferred carriers....


Whenever I ask a question like this, I want somebody to talk me out of it cause I know it's stooopid and am only looking for a second NO vote.

F-150 V8, RWD, 8' bed.

I just want to get it home, I don't have much choice but to tow it...too late to back out.

[Arizona_928]

Looks like uhaul will approve the tow vehicle combo.

Might have to put it on backwards if the front bumper doesn’t clear the trailer’s front lip. You’ll see what i mean when you look at the trailer.

[jhynesrockmtn]

Originally Posted by Helix8

I rented a UHaul motorcycle trailer 2 months ago and the tires were dated 2014. Just a suggestion to check the tire dates.

I saw a small uhaul trailer on the side of the interstate yesterday with a shredded tire. Good suggestion.

[RNajarian]

. . . maybe I’m lazy, a chicken or both but I would call AAA and have them do it. (Provided you have the 100/250 mile tow membership)

It’s free.

Ok maybe I’m cheap too

[Dantilla]

Originally Posted by T6andT

Maybe I got lucky but used a 1/2 ton f-150 to tow ....

Maybe U-haul has figured out that today's F-150 is a more capable truck than the F-250 of not that long ago. I have my own flatbed trailer, so haven't rented in several years.

My daughter & son-in-law want to pick up a U-haul trailer, and noticed the tires were worn way past legal. One could barely see where the tread used to be.
When son-in-law said the tires must be replaced, U-haul's response was Too bad, either take the trailer as is, or don't.

[speeder]

Originally Posted by Dantilla

Maybe U-haul has figured out that today's F-150 is a more capable truck than the F-250 of not that long ago. I have my own flatbed trailer, so haven't rented in several years.

My daughter & son-in-law want to pick up a U-haul trailer, and noticed the tires were worn way past legal. One could barely see where the tread used to be.
When son-in-law said the tires must be replaced, U-haul's response was Too bad, either take the trailer as is, or don't.

That sucks. Imagine how many miles it has gone to wear out HD trailer tires. All of my trailer tires age-out waaaay before they run out of tread.