• Wrench@lemmy.world
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    8 months ago

    I’m in southern California. Been wanting an old truck to enable a woodworking hobby, but it’s hard to find listings for 20 year old trucks with standard bed for under 10k. 20 years old…

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      8 months ago

      Germans love trailers for their cars, seems like a viable solution

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        8 months ago

        I’ve considered it, but my driveway is steep, and I’m dubious about my ability to back up with a trailer.

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          8 months ago

          Couple hours of practice in an empty parking lot and you’ll get it - it’s more intuitive than you think

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      8 months ago

      I just rent a truck from home Depot or turo when I need it and it’s not often. I have a roof rack on top of my car that handles 99% of larger buys. I hope you know of Bonhoff lumber in Vernon, they’ve always hooked me up with scraps.