Re: [artshow_photo] RE: rental vans/trailers short term

Might be a good time to invest in a used cargo or box van.

On Thu, Jun 9, 2011 at 8:17 PM, James Dunn <denanjums@sbcglobal.net> wrote:

>
>
> It looks like you have two options. 1) Rent a tow vehicle with a hitch
> that can pull
> your 5x8 trailer or 2) Rent a vehicle that can haul all of your stuff
> with no trailer.
>
> In the past I have called all over Dallas and found NO small vehicles
> with trailer hitches for rent.
> No mini vans and no pick ups any size with trailer hitches. I did find
> a company here
> called Capps rental that rents 15 passenger window vans with trailer
> hitches and will
> allow you to pull your own trailer. 1 1/2 ton trucks & larger are
> available with hitches but the
> rates and gas mileage is terrible.
>
> That leaves option 2. The cubic footage inside minivans etc. is not
> always usable.
> You MUST also consider the entry opening. I have some tubs that will not
> fit in the
> back door of any ole SUV. Furthermore, my full length Pro Panels don't
> fit length wise
> and allow the rear door to close. You might look for what used to be
> called a "High Cube"
> van. Basically these are regular vans with the back 1/2 cut off and a
> larger box fitted in place.
> The entry is lower and the ride and gas is usually better. Good luck.
>
> --
> James Dunn
> www.ImagesByJamesDunn.com
>
>
>

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*Michael*
ChristopherMichael.com

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