Moving/transporting a 15" planer
I am exploring all options here - I'm getting two estimates from movers to put the planer on my trailer, but am trying to figure out whether or not I can do it myself.
Here's the planer:
https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4371/...dce1466b_c.jpg
The owner estimates it is somewhere between 300 and 500lbs. Any guesstimates for a 15" x 8" planer? 3HP motor if that helps. I'd remove the accessory rollers on either side.
My trailer is this one:
http://www.ot-trailers.com/images/su...ty2large_2.jpg
The owner of the planer suggested laying it flat, with two 4x4s on either side of the belt guard. The oil-filled gearbox is on the other side.
Thoughts?