The Gatormade expierence.

[jeffsw6]

...well that's just fine because after all you ONLY PAID a measly 8k or so for the trailer.

It costs about 50% more to buy a similar Wells Cargo or Haulmark enclosed trailer. I am not very familiar with landscape/equipment trailer prices since I don't use those.

We all make choices based on cost, among other factors.

 

[pilot-werx]

Not to state the obvious, but you went and picked the trailer up and did not inspect it because of the rain? Not to be sarcastic, but that is just plain lazy.. I agree the trailer is a POS, but you get what you pay for....

 

[Cat_Driver]

..It costs about 50% more to buy a similar Wells Cargo or Haulmark enclosed trailer. I am not very familiar with landscape/equipment trailer prices since I don't use those.

We all make choices based on cost, among other factors.

Maybe so, but they ain't the only two manufacturers on the planet.

Heck, I did a three second search and found a similar trailer even cheaper.

Gooseneck Trailers

 

[F250DSLPWR]

I have to say after reading this thread, that I completely disagree with Docknboatlift. He customer asked for and paid for a top of the line trailer and was given a trailer with issues... Trailer quality is more than just the welded frame. IMO trailer mfgs would go a long way in separating themselves from their compeition, buy just going above and beyond in just a few areas,
a quality wiring job, quality automotive acrylic enamal or epoxy paint, pressure treated and stained trailer boards along with quality axles/ hardware. In my personal experience, every trailer I have bought has has substandard wiring, cheap lumber and crappy paint... I guess that is just par for the industry...

 

[Docknboatlift]

Trailer quality is more than just the welded frame. IMO trailer mfgs would go a long way in separating themselves from their compeition, buy just going above and beyond in just a few areas,
a quality wiring job, quality automotive acrylic enamal or epoxy paint, pressure treated and stained trailer boards along with quality axles/ hardware. In my personal experience, every trailer I have bought has has substandard wiring, cheap lumber and crappy paint... I guess that is just par for the industry...

It isn't par for the industry...

It's par for what your wallet is willing to consider.

substandard wiring, cheap lumber, and crappy paint...were you blind, or dumb, or were you being held at gunpoint when you let loose of your trailer buying check?

 

[Agent Blue]

8k for a tandem dual axle fifth wheel trailer............. the company didn't make any money on that. Just price out the steel, axles, and components. Major trailer manufacturers would laugh at you if you offered them this price. Fix the minor annoyances and get on with life. When you order a yugo don't expect a CTS Cadillac on delivery day. They both will transport you safely, the only difference for many is pride.
This is the reason I build my own trailers. The quality goes in ( the way I designed it ) before the primer / paint is applied. Bottom line... quality costs.

 

[Agent Blue]

Cat Driver;

No dual tire axles on the cheap priced trailers. Hope they are not mobile home quality. Price seems too good to be true. I would have to test one before sending the check.

 

[ihcfan]

I just bought this Coyote gooseneck 25+5, 14,000 GVW. Custom ordered about 5 weeks ago. Outstanding "fit & finish", no sharp edges, really nice powder coat paint. A great buying experience for me!

 

[yooper1]

Good lookin' ihcfan

congrats

 

[Morning Wood]

I just bought this Coyote gooseneck 25+5, 14,000 GVW. Custom ordered about 5 weeks ago. Outstanding "fit & finish", no sharp edges, really nice powder coat paint. A great buying experience for me!

I don't like the placement of those axles. Too far back in my opinion. You carrying something specific on that?