Convert UHaul 14' Box Dually to Reefer

$3,500 is about $3,000 too much for a used U-Haul . They are. The most poorly maintained vehicles on the road.http://uhaulsafetyalert.org/UHaul_problems.htm
I'd never have my business depending on one.

 

I taught McGiver everything he knows. But I would opt for a used box/reefer unit instead of conversion. My main concern with your proposal is gross weight. Do some serious research. My guess is that you will be overweight for a U Haul chasis. ALL chasis flex to some degree. This is not something to toy with. Make sure b4 you do it.

 

I would not go with a U-Haul dolly to move the food to the trailer!!! Like stated they are the worst in repair, U-haul only works the workers at all of the locations on a part time basis, they get no benefits or anything, The trucks are hammered mechanically wise, They are not taken well care of, Ever heard "Drive it like a Rental"? That is where this phrase came from! I would not do this, Setting it up would cost you way to much money only to be relying on a not reliable chassis!!

 

There may be some insulation issues as well for a box that was not intended to be cold storage, the thing may not be insulated enough to pull the temps you need with a refer unit sized to the box. as well as sealing issues.

 

Personally, I would look for a used refrigerated truck, VS trying to do what you're proposing. You will need a lot of insulation, a refrigeration unit, a way to run the refrigeration unit, some sort of covering for the insulation, etc.....

 

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Not worth the trouble, buy an insulated box with small refrigeration unit on it.