abby there is one that is in the northern tool and equip cataloge for 199.00 4*8 carrys a 1000 lbs and wgts 200lbs then the tires and wheels are seperate at about 50.00 each you would be in it for about 300.00 and change and then sell it when you get out here. as for the hitch have a reputable weld shop throw one on there for you and let them know it will be towing about 1500. also another thought is if your moving you are probably hireing a mover alot of them have rear decks or can pack it in whith the move.
Well I've decided to ship it. I just don't have time to deal with buying it and getting it all set up. I have to pack and work straight through the next two weeks.
I really appreciate all the suggestions. Hopefully other people got something out of this thread.