Pj & Big tex trailers ?? - Page 3

JDGREEN4ME · 02-04-2008, 09:18 AM

Over the years I have owned two Big Tex trailers, both have served me well.

unreconstructed · 02-06-2008, 01:47 PM

I bought a Big Tex 20 foot, 12,000 pound axles in '05. Seems like it was around 2500 bucks. Probably have pulled it 4,000 miles wild guessing--usually a JD 5203 with loader. Only thing I have to compare it to is an old homemade 16 foot utility trailer and cotton trailers, so wouldn't know where to start to criticize it. It follows me when I hook up to it and hasn't broke yet other than a short or too in the lights. However, the road I have to navigate about takes the filling out of my teeth.

coobie · 02-10-2008, 04:09 PM

Thanks for all the good information,I ended up buying the PJ trailer 20 ft with the 7000 lbs axles(14000 lbs total)Tows like a dream and very nice workmanship IMHO.coobie

stallingsroger · 05-21-2008, 08:56 AM

I believe Big Tex is US made. But I know PJ makes trailers in Mexico. Personally don't care for the "southwest style" trailer. Big Tex is ok, but PJ uses the cheapest of everything and has them made in Mexico. No thanks, I'll stick to my Corn Pro Trailers.

PaulChristenson · 05-21-2008, 12:42 PM

Another regional manufacturer...

DownEaster MFG Trailers page

coobie · 05-21-2008, 08:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stallingsroger

I believe Big Tex is US made. But I know PJ makes trailers in Mexico. Personally don't care for the "southwest style" trailer. Big Tex is ok, but PJ uses the cheapest of everything and has them made in Mexico. No thanks, I'll stick to my Corn Pro Trailers.

Not all PJ trailers are made in Mexico.I can tell you I am very happy with my PJ trailer,IMHO its a quality made trailer.To each his own I guess.coobie

moloss · 06-25-2008, 08:23 PM

I called PJ trailers awhile back.....all the GN are made in Texas....can't say that for the others though.

DavidVT · 06-25-2008, 09:42 PM

I have had a 16' big tex since 95 (ish).
Never let me down but you get what you pay for.

Only painted where the sun shines.
Wiring is poor and has been redone several times.
Tail lights are unprotected and have been cleaned off several times.
Side stowed ramp latch failed once and allowed the ramp to slide way out into oncoming traffic.

Again, never let me down but you get what you pay for....

swines · 06-26-2008, 09:39 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DavidVT

I have had a 16' big tex since 95 (ish).
Never let me down but you get what you pay for.

Only painted where the sun shines.
Wiring is poor and has been redone several times.
Again, never let me down but you get what you pay for....

Interesting - my Big Tex is painted top and underside - in fact everything is painted including the springs. Wiring is fine on mine....they've protected the wires at through points where the wire could rub.

Highbeam · 07-09-2008, 05:51 PM

I love my PJ. Lots and lots of miles on it towing my tractor, etc. Mine is the 10k model with 6" channel and E rated tires. Very attractive and well built trailer. Lights recessed, lots of steel, weighs 2500#s empty!

02-04-2008, 09:18 AM	#21 (permalink)
JDGREEN4ME Veteran Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Southeast PA Posts: 1,323	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? Over the years I have owned two Big Tex trailers, both have served me well. __________________ They call me... "The Thread Killer"

02-06-2008, 01:47 PM	#22 (permalink)
unreconstructed Gold Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: West Texas Posts: 489	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? I bought a Big Tex 20 foot, 12,000 pound axles in '05. Seems like it was around 2500 bucks. Probably have pulled it 4,000 miles wild guessing--usually a JD 5203 with loader. Only thing I have to compare it to is an old homemade 16 foot utility trailer and cotton trailers, so wouldn't know where to start to criticize it. It follows me when I hook up to it and hasn't broke yet other than a short or too in the lights. However, the road I have to navigate about takes the filling out of my teeth.

02-10-2008, 04:09 PM	#23 (permalink)
coobie Gold Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: S.Michigan Posts: 416	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? Thanks for all the good information,I ended up buying the PJ trailer 20 ft with the 7000 lbs axles(14000 lbs total)Tows like a dream and very nice workmanship IMHO.coobie

05-21-2008, 08:56 AM	#24 (permalink)
stallingsroger New Member Join Date: May 2008 Posts: 1	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? I believe Big Tex is US made. But I know PJ makes trailers in Mexico. Personally don't care for the "southwest style" trailer. Big Tex is ok, but PJ uses the cheapest of everything and has them made in Mexico. No thanks, I'll stick to my Corn Pro Trailers.

05-21-2008, 12:42 PM	#25 (permalink)
PaulChristenson Veteran Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Vermont Posts: 1,752	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? Another regional manufacturer... DownEaster MFG Trailers page __________________ Paul in VT I used to own an ant farm but had to give it up. I couldn't find tractors small enough to fit it. -- Steven Wright

06-25-2008, 08:23 PM	#27 (permalink)
moloss Bronze Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Alabama "Heart of Dixie" Posts: 63	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? I called PJ trailers awhile back.....all the GN are made in Texas....can't say that for the others though. __________________ "Do your duty in all things. You cannot do more, you should never wish to do less." Robert E. Lee

06-25-2008, 09:42 PM	#28 (permalink)
DavidVT Silver Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: VT,USA Posts: 178	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? I have had a 16' big tex since 95 (ish). Never let me down but you get what you pay for. Only painted where the sun shines. Wiring is poor and has been redone several times. Tail lights are unprotected and have been cleaned off several times. Side stowed ramp latch failed once and allowed the ramp to slide way out into oncoming traffic. Again, never let me down but you get what you pay for.... __________________ Kubota 3430HST ,Woods 1009 with skidsteer QC,Scraper, Brush mower , Woods 7' hoe, homebrew 7' FEL QC fisher plow with hydraulics, etc 99 QCSB4x4 Cummins Ram (with some hp toys)

07-09-2008, 05:51 PM	#30 (permalink)
Highbeam Elite Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Buckley, WA Posts: 4,138	Re: Pj & Big tex trailers ?? I love my PJ. Lots and lots of miles on it towing my tractor, etc. Mine is the 10k model with 6" channel and E rated tires. Very attractive and well built trailer. Lights recessed, lots of steel, weighs 2500#s empty! Attached Thumbnails $pj-big-tex-trailers-ass-010.jpg$ __________________ Kioti CK30HST, FEL w/toothbar, 60" RC, 60" BB, PJ 10k trailer. Weekend warrior hauling 50 miles each way.

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