What size trailer for L45?

MarkV · Oct 6, 2012

Keep in mind that DOT rules call for the backhoe bucket to be on the deck and chained. That does not seem to be enforced much for non commercial users in my area. Have no idea how they are in your area. I have a 20' trailer for my L39 and wish I had a 24'.

MarkV

crazyal · Oct 6, 2012

Around here your bucket does not need to be on the deck but anything like the FEL or backhoe needs to be secured so it can't swing or extend. My full size Case has locks built into it to do this. I like to put the BH bucket on the deck because it's much lower in over all height. Not something to worry about when on a highway but driveways may have low hanging branches or wires that you don't want to be taking out.

MarkV · Oct 6, 2012

crazyal said:
Around here your bucket does not need to be on the deck but anything like the FEL or backhoe needs to be secured so it can't swing or extend. My full size Case has locks built into it to do this. I like to put the BH bucket on the deck because it's much lower in over all height. Not something to worry about when on a highway but driveways may have low hanging branches or wires that you don't want to be taking out.

You are right, my mistake. Here is link related to the issue. Interpretation for 393.130: - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Thanks, MarkV

94BULLITT · Oct 6, 2012

MarkV said:
You are right, my mistake. Here is link related to the issue. Interpretation for 393.130: - Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration

Thanks, MarkV

So according to the link you provided even the bucket on the loader needs to be secured?

Onederdog · Oct 6, 2012

Well, the big decision has been made. We drove up to the local PJ dealer and got a 2013 22' split tilt deck. They call it at 22' but actually the tilt portion is 17' and there is a 6' stationary section in the front which will work out nice for hauling a couple of extra attachments. We picked it up on kind of a trail basis to make sure we can get in and out of our driveway because we have about a 3' gradual incline up to the main road, and these trailers sit very low to the ground. The dealer said it would be no problem to swap in out for a deckover should we need to. I just pulled the rig out in the pasture when we got home so tomorrow I'll post some picts. I guess now I need to check out some chains and binders.
I really appreciate all the input you guys had to offer. Thanks,

94BULLITT · Oct 6, 2012

Sounds like a nice trailer. I would like to eventually get a trailer like that. I know you just got it but do you think a car that sits low would go on it?

crazyal · Oct 7, 2012

Lowes has some US made 5/16" GR70 chain for a real good price.

94BULLITT · Oct 7, 2012

crazyal said:
Lowes has some US made 5/16" GR70 chain for a real good price.

That's were I got mine, the bag with 20' or 25' tsc was twice as much.

Kytractor · Oct 7, 2012

I had two PJ trailers and liked them a lot. I have a 20' spilt tilt Big tex with 4ft stationary for my L45 now. Several times I have wished I had the 22' ft with a 6ft stationary and will probably sell this one and get one later. Sounds like you made the right choice.

Ace3 · Oct 7, 2012

I was able to pick up a used 2011 Cam Superline 12K GVW tilt deck to haul my L3540 Cab. So far its working out great. I really like not having to deal with ramps anymore!