Post by: Angry Perch on March 21, 2022, 01:41:22 PM
Anything you've learned so I don't have to? Brands or dealers to go to/ stay away from?
Thanks!
Post by: hiway_99 on March 21, 2022, 02:08:40 PM
The single most important thing I've learned is to not loan it out. Something always happened to it when i did.
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Post by: NRA4LIFE on March 21, 2022, 03:07:48 PM
Post by: jrebel on March 21, 2022, 03:10:44 PM
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
Post by: Hilltop123 on March 21, 2022, 03:22:54 PM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
I'll second this. I paid slightly north of 10K, in 2018 for a 14' gooseneck. Without a doubt best trailer I have ever owned and I have owned a few.
Post by: Angry Perch on March 21, 2022, 06:55:28 PM
Try the guys at Northwest Trailer (I think that's what it's called) on Maple Valley Hy between Renton An Maple Valley by the Red Dog Saloon. They always seem to have them in stock.
Talked to them today
Post by: JimmyHoffa on March 21, 2022, 07:04:18 PM
Post by: Norman89 on March 21, 2022, 09:04:36 PM
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 10:00:50 AM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
This is where I'm struggling a little. I need a utility trailer, but want a dump trailer, vs. needing a dump trailer, and wanting a higher end one. I'm trying to justify moving up a notch. Currently looking at a Delco 6x12 that's in Pasco.
Post by: jrebel on March 22, 2022, 10:18:00 AM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
This is where I'm struggling a little. I need a utility trailer, but want a dump trailer, vs. needing a dump trailer, and wanting a higher end one. I'm trying to justify moving up a notch. Currently looking at a Delco 6x12 that's in Pasco.
Everything is relative.....if your gonna use it half dozen times a year then go with a cheaper one. If your gonna use it and want it to last then buy the best. If you not gonna use, I would just buy a really nice utility trailer and rent / borrow a dump trailer when you need one a couple times a year. One thing to remember.....these things are heavy. If I was primarily looking for a utility trailer to move small items around town.....I would not want a 3-5K lb dump trailer.
Trailers are bane of my existence. I have tried to find multi use trailers and for the most part they just don't exist. My dump trailer also moves my tractor around the state.....though it works, it is a pain in the hind end and flatbed would be much better. I currently own 4 trailers and if It were up to me....I would own a 5th.
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 10:38:05 AM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
This is where I'm struggling a little. I need a utility trailer, but want a dump trailer, vs. needing a dump trailer, and wanting a higher end one. I'm trying to justify moving up a notch. Currently looking at a Delco 6x12 that's in Pasco.
Everything is relative.....if your gonna use it half dozen times a year then go with a cheaper one. If your gonna use it and want it to last then buy the best. If you not gonna use, I would just buy a really nice utility trailer and rent / borrow a dump trailer when you need one a couple times a year. One thing to remember.....these things are heavy. If I was primarily looking for a utility trailer to move small items around town.....I would not want a 3-5K lb dump trailer.
Trailers are bane of my existence. I have tried to find multi use trailers and for the most part they just don't exist. My dump trailer also moves my tractor around the state.....though it works, it is a pain in the hind end and flatbed would be much better. I currently own 4 trailers and if It were up to me....I would own a 5th.
It would get 90% of it's use in Sequim hauling manure, gravel, wood, and stuff to make dirt. Also to take my Mahindra 26 to some of those same local places to load/ unload. Possibly occasionally take the tractor home to Sammamish. Current truck is an F150 5.0.
Post by: jrebel on March 22, 2022, 11:07:07 AM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
This is where I'm struggling a little. I need a utility trailer, but want a dump trailer, vs. needing a dump trailer, and wanting a higher end one. I'm trying to justify moving up a notch. Currently looking at a Delco 6x12 that's in Pasco.
Everything is relative.....if your gonna use it half dozen times a year then go with a cheaper one. If your gonna use it and want it to last then buy the best. If you not gonna use, I would just buy a really nice utility trailer and rent / borrow a dump trailer when you need one a couple times a year. One thing to remember.....these things are heavy. If I was primarily looking for a utility trailer to move small items around town.....I would not want a 3-5K lb dump trailer.
Trailers are bane of my existence. I have tried to find multi use trailers and for the most part they just don't exist. My dump trailer also moves my tractor around the state.....though it works, it is a pain in the hind end and flatbed would be much better. I currently own 4 trailers and if It were up to me....I would own a 5th.
It would get 90% of it's use in Sequim hauling manure, gravel, wood, and stuff to make dirt. Also to take my Mahindra 26 to some of those same local places to load/ unload. Possibly occasionally take the tractor home to Sammamish. Current truck is an F150 5.0.
You need more truck.... :tup:
Post by: NRA4LIFE on March 22, 2022, 11:35:51 AM
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 12:18:53 PM
First offffff.....there is a lot of junk out there so the "buy once cry once" saying definitely applies here.
I did a lot of research before buying mine. I have a 16' max xd bumper pull. I have had it for approx 4 years and have used it quite a bit.....and it still looks new. A friend bought an iron bull a couple years after I bought mine and it is rusting everywhere.
Couple things that I would look at:
1. It must have a scissor lift with min 6" hydraulic ram.
2. 10 ga steel floor with 12" on center cross members (cheap trailers have 16, 18, 24 on center.
3. Heavy duty fenders that will support a persons weight
4. Immediately upgrade the tires as mentioned prior.....most trailer dealers will do this when you buy it if ask. Tires are going to be the weakest spot.
5. tie downs (D-rings) in the bed of the trailer are a must if you are going to haul equipment.
6. Stabilizing jacks in the rear are a must if you are going to load heavy equipment.
7. I went with LED lights and cold weather wiring due to living on the East side of the mountains. Not 100% necessary...but a nice to have.
8. Folded / creased (non welded tubular) rails will dent easy. The Max xd had tubular welded bed rails that are tough as nails. I have hit mine with my tractor and haven't even dented them. Cheap trailer will dent / fold when loading logs....let alone being hit by a tractor.
Now the bad part.....My Max XD cost 12-13K new 4 ish years ago. A buddy called last week to get a price on the new ones and they were 18K before some of the upgrades. :yike: :yike:
Again....if you buy cheap, you will get cheap. You will forever regret the decision.....and end up paying more in the long run. I can't remember the other trailer I looked at but 4 years ago, there were only 2-3 trailers that were even worth looking at in my opinion.
Take a look
https://maxxdtrailers.com/djx-83-i-beam-dump-trailer/
This is where I bought mine and they were amazing to do business with.
https://trailerbossonline.com/
This is where I'm struggling a little. I need a utility trailer, but want a dump trailer, vs. needing a dump trailer, and wanting a higher end one. I'm trying to justify moving up a notch. Currently looking at a Delco 6x12 that's in Pasco.
Everything is relative.....if your gonna use it half dozen times a year then go with a cheaper one. If your gonna use it and want it to last then buy the best. If you not gonna use, I would just buy a really nice utility trailer and rent / borrow a dump trailer when you need one a couple times a year. One thing to remember.....these things are heavy. If I was primarily looking for a utility trailer to move small items around town.....I would not want a 3-5K lb dump trailer.
Trailers are bane of my existence. I have tried to find multi use trailers and for the most part they just don't exist. My dump trailer also moves my tractor around the state.....though it works, it is a pain in the hind end and flatbed would be much better. I currently own 4 trailers and if It were up to me....I would own a 5th.
It would get 90% of it's use in Sequim hauling manure, gravel, wood, and stuff to make dirt. Also to take my Mahindra 26 to some of those same local places to load/ unload. Possibly occasionally take the tractor home to Sammamish. Current truck is an F150 5.0.
You need more truck.... :tup:
One step at a time! :chuckle:
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 12:23:37 PM
Can't remember, do you have a backhoe on your tractor? If so, make sure 12' will be long enough.
Yes, but it'll squeeze in.
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 12:58:52 PM
Delco - 12K, scissor, 3 way doors, 10 gauge steel, $11,199
I pick up the Delco next week.
Post by: jrebel on March 22, 2022, 01:08:53 PM
Welcome to the dump trailer club.....if that is even a thing!! :chuckle: :chuckle:
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 01:11:46 PM
:tup: :tup: :tup:
Welcome to the dump trailer club.....if that is even a thing!! :chuckle: :chuckle:
If it wasn't a thing, it is now! :tup:
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 01:13:18 PM
Post by: Norman89 on March 22, 2022, 01:19:30 PM
When I roll into the neighborhood with my tractor in the dump trailer, I expect to have new friends coming out of the woodwork!No doubt, and when you have a deck over, your hay hauling friends show up. Car trailer everyone shows up. Tilt deck, the lowrider crowd shows up. It never ends try not to loan it out, they will always want to use it again and grease expect to t for free
Post by: jrebel on March 22, 2022, 01:28:18 PM
When I roll into the neighborhood with my tractor in the dump trailer, I expect to have new friends coming out of the woodwork!No doubt, and when you have a deck over, your hay hauling friends show up. Car trailer everyone shows up. Tilt deck, the lowrider crowd shows up. It never ends try not to loan it out, they will always want to use it again and grease expect to t for free
I have been very clear with my tractor and trailer....It, along with myself will do the work, for a fee!!!! Otherwise, pack sand!! I paid good money and most who want to use / borrow it don't have the money to replace it....so they don't get to use it.
You will have lots of friends until you tell them "no" then your friend list will go back to normal. Just the way I like it.
Post by: Norman89 on March 22, 2022, 01:30:08 PM
Close to what I do. My truck hauls my trailer with my equipment, and my work isn't free! But barter and trade is always on the table :)When I roll into the neighborhood with my tractor in the dump trailer, I expect to have new friends coming out of the woodwork!No doubt, and when you have a deck over, your hay hauling friends show up. Car trailer everyone shows up. Tilt deck, the lowrider crowd shows up. It never ends try not to loan it out, they will always want to use it again and grease expect to t for free
I have been very clear with my tractor and trailer....It, along with myself will do the work, for a fee!!!! Otherwise, pack sand!! I paid good money and most who want to use / borrow it don't have the money to replace it....so they don't get to use it.
You will have lots of friends until you tell them "no" then your friend list will go back to normal. Just the way I like it.
Post by: lewy on March 22, 2022, 01:35:06 PM
Post by: NRA4LIFE on March 22, 2022, 02:21:31 PM
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 02:52:24 PM
I loaned my Stihl MS270 to a neighbor one autumn. The next weekend I was out hunting and there was a tree over the road. Not terribly surprisingly, it wouldn't cut. What was surprising is that the chain wasn't dull...it was on backwards. :rolleyes:
On the other hand, I borrowed a neighbor's little utility trailer years ago, and it got a flat. I took it to Les Schwab and had 2 new tires put on it. I've had free, unlimited use ever since.
Post by: Special T on March 22, 2022, 03:44:19 PM
Post by: Angry Perch on March 22, 2022, 03:49:03 PM
Does your dump trailer have the 16" tires. If it has those 15" 6 hole wheels upgrade. They will wear longer and don't blow up as easy.
16"
Post by: Angry Perch on March 23, 2022, 07:37:56 PM
Jrebel, does this make us trailer blood brothers? :chuckle:
Post by: jrebel on March 23, 2022, 08:01:59 PM
You will not regret that decision.
We used ours to take approx 10 tons of trash off our property after we bought it. After all that it still looks new.
They work well as game hoist too!!
Post by: Skillet on March 23, 2022, 08:05:19 PM
Let’s not make this weird :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :chuckle: :dunno:
You will not regret that decision.
We used ours to take approx 10 tons of trash off our property after we bought it. After all that it still looks new.
They work well as game hoist too!!
That is a serious level-up of dump trailer utility. Well done :tup:
Post by: Angry Perch on March 23, 2022, 08:14:53 PM
Props to you!
Post by: jrebel on March 23, 2022, 08:19:44 PM
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
Post by: Angry Perch on March 23, 2022, 08:27:53 PM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
What size tractor/ trailer?
Post by: jrebel on March 23, 2022, 08:35:02 PM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
What size tractor/ trailer?
16 foot and it's a Massey 1736 tractor. 35HP
Post by: Angry Perch on March 24, 2022, 07:40:56 AM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
Is your bucket resting on the front of the trailer, or is it propped up?
Post by: jrebel on March 24, 2022, 08:53:45 AM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
Is your bucket resting on the front of the trailer, or is it propped up?
Resting on the front of the trailer. Even without the backhoe attachment it has to sit like this for weight distribution. Without the backhoe, I could maybe back the tractor in and lay the bucket on the floor.
Dump trailers do not make the best equipment trailers. They work....but a 20-24' flatbed would be ideal. If I want to move tractor and a couple implements, it is a two step process due the amount of room I don't have.
Post by: Angry Perch on March 24, 2022, 09:12:36 AM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
Is your bucket resting on the front of the trailer, or is it propped up?
Resting on the front of the trailer. Even without the backhoe attachment it has to sit like this for weight distribution. Without the backhoe, I could maybe back the tractor in and lay the bucket on the floor.
Dump trailers do not make the best equipment trailers. They work....but a 20-24' flatbed would be ideal. If I want to move tractor and a couple implements, it is a two step process due the amount of room I don't have.
Copy that. I don't see loading up the tractor more than a couple/ few times a year. I do like that the MAXX-D has the rear stabilizer jacks, as I imagine it makes the process a little less sketchy.
Post by: jrebel on March 24, 2022, 09:18:37 AM
Tractor / trailer combo.
I can't take credit for the deer hoist idea. I had a buddy in camp that came up with the idea and said it was "redneck ingenuity." It was pretty epic.
Is your bucket resting on the front of the trailer, or is it propped up?
I have loaded both with and without the jacks and they do make a difference with heavy equipment. I have loaded the side by side without being hooked up to the truck and I feel they are a must at that point.
Resting on the front of the trailer. Even without the backhoe attachment it has to sit like this for weight distribution. Without the backhoe, I could maybe back the tractor in and lay the bucket on the floor.
Dump trailers do not make the best equipment trailers. They work....but a 20-24' flatbed would be ideal. If I want to move tractor and a couple implements, it is a two step process due the amount of room I don't have.
Copy that. I don't see loading up the tractor more than a couple/ few times a year. I do like that the MAXX-D has the rear stabilizer jacks, as I imagine it makes the process a little less sketchy.
Post by: Cylvertip on March 24, 2022, 10:23:46 AM
Post by: Angry Perch on April 11, 2022, 02:38:56 PM
Post by: jrebel on April 11, 2022, 02:39:49 PM
Post by: NRA4LIFE on April 11, 2022, 04:30:43 PM
Post by: Mark Brenckle on April 11, 2022, 06:02:58 PM
Post by: Special T on April 11, 2022, 09:22:47 PM
If you're loading equipment in there, be sure and set your parking brake and block the tires to protect your transmission.
Always block it. Ask me how I know that's necessary!
Post by: Angry Perch on April 12, 2022, 07:12:45 AM
If you're loading equipment in there, be sure and set your parking brake and block the tires to protect your transmission.
Good piece of advice. I need to pick up a dedicated set of tire chocks.
Post by: Sandberm on April 12, 2022, 09:01:29 AM
If you're loading equipment in there, be sure and set your parking brake and block the tires to protect your transmission.
The ole boy up at the fertilizer plant used to tell me that before he would load a pallet of seed in the back of my pickup. If the forklift pushes the pickup forward while its in park it could break the transmission. :tup:
Post by: jrebel on April 12, 2022, 09:09:24 AM
https://www.amazon.com/MaxxHaul-80681-Solid-Rubber-Eyebolt/dp/B06XHGBQXG/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3TPCH44IFEROW&keywords=rubber+wheel+chock&qid=1649779495&sprefix=rubber+wheel+chock%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-7
Post by: Angry Perch on April 12, 2022, 01:22:04 PM
I bought two set very similar to these. I tether them together with ropes and use them on both sides of the tires, both sides of the trailer.
https://www.amazon.com/MaxxHaul-80681-Solid-Rubber-Eyebolt/dp/B06XHGBQXG/ref=sr_1_7?crid=3TPCH44IFEROW&keywords=rubber+wheel+chock&qid=1649779495&sprefix=rubber+wheel+chock%2Caps%2C181&sr=8-7
Perfect. Just ordered 2 sets. :tup:
Post by: NRA4LIFE on April 12, 2022, 01:26:01 PM
Post by: Angry Perch on April 25, 2022, 07:22:45 AM
Project time.