I've had one since the early 90's and it is an invaluable asset to me.
I've pulled it with the van but not for long distances.  it seemed to have
little effect on handling etc.  I've pulled it more with my 2002 Golf and
use it for things that I would normally want a pickup truck for.  Building
supplies, mulch, small boats, appliances, etc.  It came in kit form from
Harbor freight or Northern tool.  It's the kind that can fold up and roll
into the corner on some little caster wheels built onto it.  Mostly it has
just sat outside ready to go though.  I've replaced the plywood deck twice
and the home-made sides once in 20+ years.  It's only about $25/year for
the registration and taxes and no extra insurance is needed for it.
Edward

On Mon, Nov 14, 2016 at 12:35 PM, Dan N <dn92610@gmail.com> wrote:

> hi all,
>
> I am considering to get a small utility trailer (no more than 8x4) for my
> vanagon tintop 2.1 WBX..
>
> recently I move some firewood using a dolly... that make me think it's so
> easy with the dolly instead of carrying the firewood on my arm or my
> back...
> so an utility trailer will benefit the modest power of the 2.1 BX engine or
> not? (instead of putting all the camping gear in the van)...
>
> thanks in advance for any though...
>
> dan
>