Response: Confused by "Brakes no, good tires and bearings." Do you mean no brakes is o.k. but there must be good tires and bearings? I don't know if the bearings are o.k. or not because the trailer was in salt water nearly 7 years ago, and I don't believe there was a hose available to flush it adequately before being left where it is now. Also, one of the wheels on left locked when I parked it - suggesting the brake may be stuck. Probably will require removal of the wheel to at least inspect, and I don't want to get into a situation paying extra for this kind of involvement by a transporter. (5/11/2006)

Response: You realize don't you that it is highly probable that the trailer cannot be towed. Please read my ad carefully and my answers to other transporters above... (5/15/2006)

Response: Your needs and mine are incompatible. (5/16/2006)

Response: Your offer to inspect the trailer is welcome, but this weekend is too soon because I am sailing to Orange, Tx. from Galveston this afternoon. I won't have time to contact my sister who must agree to this first. The trailer is on her property and she does not want anyone there without her being present. She does not answer her emails promptly and is abrupt on the phone. To say the least, it is difficult to organize anything around her. I'll message you after I get to Orange and have had an opportunity to hopefully contact her. To tell the truth, I don't believe I am going to be able to get my trailer without the sheriff being involved - and I do not owe her any money for keeping the trailer at her place... (5/17/2006)

Response: $673 for what? From where to where? Towed or carried? (5/22/2006)

Response: Nate. Long weekend and no access to UShip. No matter since you apparently cancelled 'cause you cannot/will not let me ride with you to S.D.. What is the concern? Where will you be putting your trailer? What does your insurance cover? Licensed to satisfy legal requirements for commercial transport? If so, lets talk. svarmido (5/29/2006)

Response: Will you be returning to the Sacto. area after your Colorado shipment? If so, I may be interested in scheduling the move for after your return. svarmido (5/30/2006)

Response: If you know of or have a place I can do repairs myself, then a move in your trailer (if necessary) to that location will enable me to do whatever needs doing. Then you can tow the trailer to Orange and tow my sailboat on my trailer to S.D.. Over several years, I pulled the boat/trailer +- 12,000 miles behind my Dodge Ram Turbo Diesel (3/4 ton). Gross weight for both is roughly 10,000 lbs. My trailer bearings and brakes may be o.k., but I'll still want to remove the wheels and drums for a visual inspection and repack the bearings before leaving for Orange. If the brakes/drums are rusted and inoperable then I'll have that additional expense @ roughly $500 to $800 for the whole enchilada - turn drums, brake backing plates, seals and bearings. Due to the extra cost for getting to Sacto. (Greyhound or by air) $1/loaded mile round trip is over budget for me, and I'll have to find more $. I am pretty flexible re: time, but would definitely want boat in S.D. by end of July. (6/1/2006)

Response: Rose. Thanks for your suggestions. The big question is - "what is the condition of the bearings and brakes?" It may not be cause for concern, yet on the other hand it may be. Let me know what your expectations are regarding cost for towing my trailer to Texas. You haven't said where you are located in Texas. Near Orange? If your husband can stop at my sister's to at least hitch up to the trailer and move it forward far enough to determine whether the wheels turn or not (need at minimum two on the same axle), it will be a huge step in the right direction. Please bid, assuming the trailer can be towed - then we'll go from there. Stopping at a midas to have everything checked is good. No brakes necessary for move though if o.k. with you. I will not be able to check for your reply for a couple of hours. Using college computer & I am not a student. Don't want to get 86'd... Will check about 3 p.m.. No response from you at 4:20 p.m.. Will check in morning. (6/5/2006)

Response: Rose. Last word I had about the trailer and tires is they looked good. That was a year ago. Considering the trailer had already been sitting for 6 years, I can't imagine them being worse off after only one more year. Wish I had a more helpful sister. Asked her for pics at the time. Nada. One more issue. The reg. on the trlr. is not current. But, will mail payment to registration service I use today. That is usually sufficient to satisfy the law. Will have new license and reg. mailed to me here in Orange so they are ready for trip back. Current license plate is for California. Replacement will be the same. I have emailed my sis telling her to phone me and that your husband will probably want to move today. Don't need complications. (6/6/2006)