Trailer Purchasing Advise

[LD1]

A troll? Super trucker? My is that the best you can do?

I asked a question, you answered it, I stated my preference you went on the attack!

Seems there are some very choice words I could use to describe you and the ones I choose were done so in an effort to be less abusive then I really should have been!

You didn't ask a question....you made a derogatory statement trying to insinuate I don't have experience with a gooseneck.....all because I make a FACTUAL statement that a BP tracks closer to the truck, and therefore can make a 90° turn tighter than a GN. And even gave examples of this why a BP can sometimes get in and out of spaces a GN cannot.

Rather than agree with that, and acknowledge the truth....you become arrogant about your driving skill and trailering ability. I swear, if I posted a pic of a 7' wide driveway, you'd swear you'd have no issue getting a 8' wide trailer in it

Then you mention some top secret thin you did to someone else's GN to help them get in an out of tight spots??? Like what is that about and why even mention it? Baiting someone to inquire?

Your arrogance is why I refer to you as super trucker. And avoiding answering questions, just to post your continued arrogance about how good you are is why you are a troll.

Look, I'm happy for you. I am glad you can get your gooseneck everywhere you need to without much effort. I can get my GN 99% of the places I need a trailer too. But when you can't, you can't.

This post is supposed to be about educating people on the differences. And 90° turns into tight drives is a huge difference. And clearly you are the only one wanting to argue about it while several others have said the same thing I have. But you'd rather spend your time telling everyone how good you are with a GN in tight areas rather than have a mature and educational conversation.

 

[paulfun9]

You didn't ask a question....you made a derogatory statement trying to insinuate I don't have experience with a gooseneck.....all because I make a FACTUAL statement that a BP tracks closer to the truck, and therefore can make a 90° turn tighter than a GN. And even gave examples of this why a BP can sometimes get in and out of spaces a GN cannot.

A question mark designates a question, weather it be crudely stated in your opinion or not. It was still a question.

Rather than agree with that, and acknowledge the truth....you become arrogant about your driving skill and trailering ability. I swear, if I posted a pic of a 7' wide driveway, you'd swear you'd have no issue getting a 8' wide trailer in it

That was my personal experiance, information for those reading letting folks know that with some experiance many of us have no issues and don’t feel trapped by spaces that limit the average driver like you! Yes that is derogatory and a cheep shot aimed directly at you!

Then you mention some top secret thin you did to someone else's GN to help them get in an out of tight spots??? Like what is that about and why even mention it? Baiting someone to inquire?

Top secrets? I had hoped you would ask what so I could give some insight to a few things that can and do help. Unfortunately you were too busy trying to attack to realize someone might know a little more and have a trick or two that could help even the all knowing you.

Your arrogance is why I refer to you as super trucker. And avoiding answering questions, just to post your continued arrogance about how good you are is why you are a troll.

You should really check the mirror man a little closer for that arrogance as it seems to pour from your every thought.

Look, I'm happy for you. I am glad you can get your gooseneck everywhere you need to without much effort. I can get my GN 99% of the places I need a trailer too. But when you can't, you can't.

So does this mean everyone should simply agree with advice to buy a bumper pull, or is it better that we all share our experiance and let the poster know that some of us have more or less issue with one or the other?

Personally if I could go back in time to. When I was told bumper pull was the way to go and purchased one as my first trailer I would change that and have purchased a GN. In fact I almost did at the time and on even one Person stating they have no issues or Even issues not worth mentioning would have had me look closer at the decision and saved me from having to upgrade as soon as I did. That would have been money saved.

This post is supposed to be about educating people on the differences. And 90° turns into tight drives is a huge difference. And clearly you are the only one wanting to argue about it while several others have said the same thing I have. But you'd rather spend your time telling everyone how good you are with a GN in tight areas rather than have a mature and educational conversation.

So go ahead and educate me? You have so far shown me your lack of patients, inability to understand that a question mark designates a question. How to not understand a post stating that someone somehow didn’t understand your first post and stated your later post made your point more understandable clarifies that they don’t think your completely off track. You showed me that you don’t understand others can have less issue with things than you do for many reasons and you fail to be able to think outside the box as they say, to even consider that you could be missing something that might help in certain situations.

I have both learned many things from others when I like you thought I knew a lot or had a reasonable amount of experiance as well I have shown many who had more or thought they did, things they missed or were never shown and hadn’t stumbled upon.

Some of those tips, tricks, modifications were free some cost money some are easy for one person not so for the next but in the end an open mind will get you much farther in life no matter how much experiance one thinks they have.

Did you think to ask why I have more issue with my BP pulling into my storage yard than my GN? The answer would have helped many but your bull headed I am right your wrong attitude prevents you from asking a question about something I did say. Instead you chose to try and put words in my mouth, demand an answer to those words and you call me arrogant.

Again have a nice day!

Unfortunately I won’t as I must sit and contemplate much more serious issues with a family member in critical condition and will most likely have me away from this conversation too long to remember to come back and read how you interprate my response.

I do however sincerely hope someone does take the time to explain the 3 things that you seem to be missing from your knowledge base that could help you..

 

[LD1]

A question mark designates a question, weather it be crudely stated in your opinion or not. It was still a question.


That was my personal experiance, information for those reading letting folks know that with some experiance many of us have no issues and don’t feel trapped by spaces that limit the average driver like you! Yes that is derogatory and a cheep shot aimed directly at you!

Top secrets? I had hoped you would ask what so I could give some insight to a few things that can and do help. Unfortunately you were too busy trying to attack to realize someone might know a little more and have a trick or two that could help even the all knowing you.


You should really check the mirror man a little closer for that arrogance as it seems to pour from your every thought.


So does this mean everyone should simply agree with advice to buy a bumper pull, or is it better that we all share our experiance and let the poster know that some of us have more or less issue with one or the other?

Personally if I could go back in time to. When I was told bumper pull was the way to go and purchased one as my first trailer I would change that and have purchased a GN. In fact I almost did at the time and on even one Person stating they have no issues or Even issues not worth mentioning would have had me look closer at the decision and saved me from having to upgrade as soon as I did. That would have been money saved.



So go ahead and educate me? You have so far shown me your lack of patients, inability to understand that a question mark designates a question. How to not understand a post stating that someone somehow didn’t understand your first post and stated your later post made your point more understandable clarifies that they don’t think your completely off track. You showed me that you don’t understand others can have less issue with things than you do for many reasons and you fail to be able to think outside the box as they say, to even consider that you could be missing something that might help in certain situations.

I have both learned many things from others when I like you thought I knew a lot or had a reasonable amount of experiance as well I have shown many who had more or thought they did, things they missed or were never shown and hadn’t stumbled upon.

Some of those tips, tricks, modifications were free some cost money some are easy for one person not so for the next but in the end an open mind will get you much farther in life no matter how much experiance one thinks they have.

Did you think to ask why I have more issue with my BP pulling into my storage yard than my GN? The answer would have helped many but your bull headed I am right your wrong attitude prevents you from asking a question about something I did say. Instead you chose to try and put words in my mouth, demand an answer to those words and you call me arrogant.

Again have a nice day!

Unfortunately I won’t as I must sit and contemplate much more serious issues with a family member in critical condition and will most likely have me away from this conversation too long to remember to come back and read how you interprate my response.

I do however sincerely hope someone does take the time to explain the 3 things that you seem to be missing from your knowledge base that could help you..

You are not longer worthy of any more of my time. Whether you come back to read this post or not, I could care-less.

 

[void777]

Just a short reminder. Do a little research on any company. Check to see if they use ONLY certified welders when building their brand. Also, remember to consider the features - all led lighting, brakes on both axles (required in most states over 5K lbs I think), Offset-jack with side crank, spare tire mount and location, ez lube axles, slipper springs, etc.
This is my 14K tilt bed DooLittle trailer. This is before I added the tire mount, front toolbox, solar panel to charge the battery and added GPS tracker, 8 additional marker light on each side, and added more turn-brake led to the rear. The offset jack was upgraded to 12K and has a adjustable coupler mount. Watch to see tire size matches weight wanted. It also has bolt on fenders (some have drive over fenders). I also added a 9K winch. It also has spaces on both sides for steps to get on and off.

You have a great truck for going gooseneck or any other mount for a trailer. This trailer is 20'. I did not have room to park anything longer or gooseneck. But I also use the truck bed space when I travel with the trailer. Ever foot of space on a trailer will become prime real estate. 22' is good and there will be times you will wish to have the 24'. I have 20', and sometimes wish it were 22'.

A little word of caution - Any added feature is great. BUT, if you buy a trailer that is not well built and DOES NOT track well, you will never be comfortable when traveling with it, especially loaded.
I have had several tilt beds. This is the best trailer I have ever had. It is a jewel. And it was priced like a jewel also.

A toolbox will become important as you look for places to store those chain binders you want to use. I keep my chains stretched out on the front deck of the trailer - otherwise they go into the toolbox also.

I installed a GPS tracker - hoping to prevent or locate if stolen. But then I talked with my Ins agent. I had it insured - only cost $23 every six months. I think that is the best way to not worry about that. That coupler lock is made by Proven Industries in Canada. 14" hardened plate. If you use bumper, you may want to look at that.
Best Wishes, hope you find what you want

 

[JWR]

I am in the market for a trailer to haul my tractor, DK40 HST, the longest the tractor will be is almost exactly 22ft with the loader and bush hog, although 98% of the time I wouldn't be hauling it with the bush hog, and with any other attachment I'm only between 17-19ft. I was ORIGINALLY looking for a 20ft 14k but the more I thought about it I figured I'd enjoy the room of a 22ft. I called a local dealer and they actually didn't have a 22 but they do have a 24ft in stock. I haven't gotten a chance to look at the trailer yet (to check for Quality of build) but what is your opinion on a 24ft bumper pull? I will be pulling it with a RAM 2500. It seems like a lot of trailer to me but then again I'd have no worry of needing extra space.
Another question would be, is anyone familiar with Currahee trailers? That is the brand of the trailer (24ft 14k) and this dealer has quoted me almost $600 less for this 24ft than another dealer had quoted me for a 22ft GPS brand trailer.
I know that better quality comes at higher prices and I haven't gone to look at either trailer (neither dealer is super close to me and of course they are in opposite directions from me), just curious if anyone on here was familiar with either the Currahee or GPS Brand(s)

No, I don't feel like reading the other 123 posts on this topic. I offer a couple of comments for whatever they may be worth to you, the OP:

1) Your tractor is about 11 ft long and weighs around 3800 lbs. So why on earth would you be considering trailers 24 ft long !? They may outweigh the tractor. Planning to haul two at the same time? Ha!
2) The loader on one end and the hog on the other end can very readily be made to hang over a couple of feet or so. Of course you MIGHT have in mind heading off future needs for longer objects BUT in lieu of that (even with that) I recommend:
-- something equivalent of a Pequea 1018 deckover trailer
- short beavertail helps a lot loading, etc.
- 12,000lb GVW is overkill for you but it can be bought SHOWN AS 10,000lb which avoids all sorts of needless insurance, licensing and other bull crap excessive attention
- the deckover gives you way better flexibility for future wide loads and oddball loading configurations. Fender models are a PITA.
- there are many good brands competitive in this type trailer. Kind of a sweet spot in the industry. Very solid, readily avail in most parts of the country, etc.
- Think in terms of around a $6000 price tag.
3) Brakes on one axle would be perfectly adequate but both axles are nice to have. PA requires 2 axle I think but that while buying. It is not like they are going to stop you along the road and see how many you have.
4) A 24 ft trailer is nothing but a pain for poor maneuverability and space unless you have some (yet to mention) reason to go that long. There is absolutely no excuse for going to a gooseneck based on what you describe.

 

[Gale Hawkins]

I prefer trailers three times the rating of the load. I do not prefer hitching up that heavy of a trailer or paying for the fuel to pull that trailer empty. I buy used and take what I find or is as is. For the non-professional hauler trailers can be a good money pit.