I like your equipment it works really good that machine that with the mulcher the skid steer nice piece of equipment man Good stuff and I really appreciate what you're doing and I learned something about gooseneck trailers about how they cut corners where a bumper pool does it I have a bumper pool trailer I've used for years and I never really gave it a thought but anyway yeah to spray some spray lube on your safety latches for your ramps that way the springs don't rust up all right have a good day and I'll and it also stay nice and free
@@davesilvia9711 I had a buddy borrow my car hauler w/ electric drum brakes. The last time he borrowed it, he ripped the plug out of his truck and rewired my trailer for me because he unhooked everything but the cord. He borrowed it again and when he would turn left, the brakes would lock/unlock/lock/unlock be put the left blinker on the brake wire on his truck. Worked fine in the bed, but the bumper plug was wrong 🤣
Bumper pull 💯! Unless you absolutely need it. It frees up your much needed truck bed. And when planned and used properly, you can actually accomplish much more. And yes, never go with less than a 16’ trailer. Of any kind. Need lumber? Need to haul a tractor? Gotta pick up logs for the sawmill? Never less than 16’. Thanks for the vids! Great content!
I am a die hard gooseneck fan but if I was to get a dump trailer it would be a bumper pull for all of the reason you mentioned. Sam they also offer an actual saw blade for your weed eater. That star shaped blade works decent but the saw blade is incredible. Great video Sam!!
The best all around blade for cutting brush & small sucker trees with your Stihl Combie saw is a three-blade instead of the four-blade like you we're trying out. The three blade cuts like hatchet or axe & works awesome. If you come to a thicker/ small tree with a trunk say 2" or 2 &1/2" just wack the base of the tree 2 or 3 time & it will chop through it like an axe. Don't waste any money on the saw blade type they suck in comparison.
Im a residential roofer and bumper pull definitely helps when maneuvering in tight corners into driveways. I have a 2001 Silverado 2500hd 6.0 (400k miles) and an old Top Hat 16x5 that’s always gotten the job done
Nice to see the spider, V-Belt is working it. I’m digging my 14K dump trailer, loaded right now with construction debris from the Farmhouse project. Picked up a load of manure for the garden, move my tractor, my side by side, quad and lawn tractor, countless loads of gravel (never thought I’d use the spreader gate, but use it all the time) I use it to collect chipper compost and can dump it where I need it. Makes weekly trips to the dump. Thanks for sharing Sam👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🇺🇸
Thank you .I really wanted to buy a gooseneck but I think not because I’ll only be using my trailer maybe 2 or 3 times a week for dirt and gravel hauling and maybe one day when I guy a mid size skid steer
Love the video content today. Very informative it has swayed me towards a dump trailer with the capability of hauling a skid steer. If I do bumper pull I can throw some stuff in the bed of the truck. Keep up the good work and stay safe out there.
I’ve got my 16’ Gooseneck dump honesty like it more than a bumper pull just cause I have to jackknife the hell out of it if I have to dump in odd spots
Gary F Hawthorne I bought a Texas Pride 14 foot dump trailer, the sides flair out about the last foot so you have 8 feet wide at the top. It carries 5 tons of rock dirt ect, We already carried over 60 tons of dirt and over 60 tons of gravel, and made at least 10 dump runs of trash.. I only bought it about a month ago. ( I love it) It is a bumper pull.
great video as usual Sam, I have an Echo commercial model straight shaft trimmer I bought about15 yrs ago from Home depot and bought the optional blade package that came with a guard kit and it is like an actual circular saw blade and works like a dream and i can cut down a 5/6" tree quite well and have sharpened it once since i bought it , I tried the one you used there and like you say it was loud and not as effective as my other blade, the whole kit was only $55 bucks cheap, bumper trailer for most of us I'd say for dumping or hauling , 90% or more of us wouldn't use it for business ,i know a gooseneck is better when you approach the 20k mark
Thanks for doing this review since I am looking for a dump trailer in the future. Currently have a half ton tundra and I knew that that would not be enough to tow most trailers so I waited on getting it. Glad I did. The tundra is coming off lease and I’m not looking at a 1 ton and I’m also looking at a dump trailer. Trying to lift up some of those rounds of oak are damn heavy! it would be a lot easier to use my BX Kubota. Unloading with the dump trailer would be so much easier than just trying to pull it off the back of the truck.
100% agree on you comments on bumper pull dump trailer. The overhang from the dump hinge point is a big deal. It makes it difficult to get a load of gravel or dirt to "pile up". It just spreads it out.
I can fit and tow a cat 305.5 mini ex little over 12k no problem with my iron bull 16ft gooseneck. Had a bumper full and I ain’t going back lol thanks for all the good content 🤙🏽
Thanks you Sam for that information on the bumper pull and gooseneck dump trailer. I was about to buy a gooseneck dump, but you just gave me some great advice on why a bumper pull will be better for me. Thanks.
I love our gooseneck dump trailer. I'm not sure I trust the ramps to put the mini-excavator on it though. We went with the 14' because that was the longest I could get the single telescopic ram on the front with. Our trailer ended up being a 16K GVWR which lets us get right at 6 tons if we load it right. It was cheaper than a single axle dump truck but harder to get in tight spots.
Need some thoughts from all of you. I’ve been doing some small 1-2 day jobs with my tractor (tree cutting/clearing/general property mx). I also just bought a 14’ dump trailer, which works well for my tractor. Now the problem is that I pull it with my 2014 Ram 1500, which is maxed out with tractor/back hoe/grapple/bucket. What I would like is a dedicated work truck that can pull the full 14k my dump trailer is made for. I’d also like the option to pull more in the future. I do not want a CDL and I believe here in Texas, you can pull 26k without one. Should I just buy a simple 3500 or should I buy a larger non CDL dump truck? What thanks for you all recommend? I’m looking to keep the cost below 20k for a used one.
Who the hell thinks you haven't towed goose necks enough? You literally started your channel off of one, and continue to tow them every single work day, even on days you aren't working.
Depends how much weight your hauling with the dump trailer, personally I don’t like fighting a bumper pull if loaded very heavy, goosenecks pull smoother with more weight.
Plus with a gooseneck you get more traction for pulling a loaded one up hill, I hate steep gravel driveways with my 16k bumper pull, I’m dragging 15k up a steep hill with almost no weight added on the front tires=no fun
I'm all about cheap capable dump trucks. I have a 1988 Chevy r30 350 tbi 4 speed with 12x8' bed. It can pull my equipment, haul materials or demolition stuff to the landfill. Weight is always over the drive wheels so it's easier on the transmission. It will dump anything in the bed at an idle with the Chelsea pto and Williams pump. I can also leave it at the jobsite and it's not a thief magnet like a dump trailer is
Ask yourself how much you’ve spent on igloo coolers in the past 10years, I bet it’s more than a decent sized yeti costs, if you use a cooler often you’ll realize the investment is worth it, we used to have to buy two igloos every year, we’ve had a yeti 110 for about 8-9 years, no complaints
@@codyg7936, I haven’t purchased a cooler in 20 years. So you see a Yeti cooler is really expensive. You can justify it and that’s ok I just haven’t convinced myself yet that it’s ok.
I have a 20x8ft over deck dump trailer I love it it has two 7000lbs axles on it I want to add a third. I love that it's a gooseneck I've gone into plenty of tight spaces and had people question if I can turn around. With a gooseneck you can twist, turned jackknife around alot easier than a bumper pull
Bumper pull only because I need to utilize the bed of the truck. Got a blue Diamond C low profile with raised front and side boards. I’ve looked at all the major players and I think Diamond C and Iron Bull make the best dump trailer.
We use a 4 ton bumper pull dump trailer a lot. The main selling point was that it fits on the 38 foot gooseneck with the excavator or skid steer easily. It's definitely easier to pull than a gooseneck. Had the tailgate bent a few times from people borrowing it and hitting the ground with it. I forget the brand name. It belongs to my uncle. It's very similar to yours.
Practicality and versatility are the big thing Sam. As you well know, each piece of equipment has its purpose. Like you said, goosenecks aren't always the answer. Keep it up brother and thanks for the video. Also, Big truck big rv did a neat video on scissor dump vs straight ram on Texas Pride trailers if I remember correctly.
I have a bumper pull deck over with drop down sides.. I love the drop down sides for hauling pallets or most recently big rocks that i just eased into the bed and also eased out without dumping them and taking the chance of bending something with one of these big rocks tumbling out of the trailer..
Everything turns into being job specific, or personal preference use what’s right for you. In my application I use a 16 foot goose with three foot walls, I will say I opted for the gas powered option and I will never even look at a battery trailer again. I know pros and cons of both but I use mine every day and wouldn’t trade it for my application.
I would suggest if you upgrade try out a dump trailer with the big cylinder at the front of the trailer. It will give you more power lifting power to dump. Would make heavier loads dump easier
I like bumper pull if I have to deal with tight roads and switchbacks, they track more true to the track of the vehicle pulling it. I like gooseneck because they aren't as finicky and prone to sway if not loaded "perfectly." I reckon in the end, it's nice to have the option to pick and choose which to use for the given task of the day.
Sweet vid. Being used to driving dump trucks, you form the habit of creeping up while dumping so you don't rip your mud flaps off (or damage anything else on the rear end). First time I used a dump trailer, just like this actually 14' 14k, felt so unnatural dumping while stationary haha. I would guess that's why the axles are so far up the trailer
I got a 14’ gooseneck with kingpin so everyone wouldn’t be asking to borrow it. Now they know it’s going to cost them for trailer , truck and driver (aka me 6spd manual)
Ive got a hyd tilt goose i use for bigger equipment and trucks. Have 14k bumper pull dump trailer for everything else. So handy to use for wood/ dirt/ skid steer. I like the maneuvering of a bumper pull.
I've had both and it all depends on what you want I've got a bumper pool race car trailer I pull every day as my tool trailer and also got a gooseneck either one pulls easy to me
For me, a bumper pull dump trailer makes more sense. When I use a dump trailer, I am almost always in tighter quarters than when I am just hauling equipment.
I like the higher dump trailers it’s nice when you have an area that involve shoveling into a wheel barrel. You can scrape it back and if you have to shovel out of it. Saves the back some
Have a suretrac 14', 14k deckover dump (bumper pull). Yeah, those wheels are too centered. I can put my deere 35G in mine no problem. It comes with 96" ramps, so the extra height for the deckover is 0 prob. You have to see their ramp-tongue design- Heavy, awesome. They say that the "stacked" box frame construction is lighter and stiffer than the single I-beam, which i personally think makes a Lot of sense. Yes, the I-beam Looks rugged, but only is from one dimension. Taking the flex out of a dump trailer is a real consideration if, like me, you might be transporting a 9klb machine in it over rough surfaces. Yes, the 16' models have the best axle placement for moving a mini. But they are hard to find on the lot, and thanks to Covid, basically non-existent. Also, the height of the deckover allows for higher and wider dumping, so no dragging, plus shorter/wider piles. Just a tip for you to maybe help you out- George
I have a 16’ gooseneck dump but wish I went bumper pull. Bumper is faster to hookup and easier to control. I have a 43’ fifth wheel camper, I wouldn’t change a thing with that. I should probably add, I went with the goose dump over bumper so I didn’t have to lend it out
We have a 14 foot big tex and just love it. We use it for everything. From logs to the excavator. We have a goose neck but the bumper pull is so better
There are advantages to both. I went with a 16ft bumper pull, because I wanted to be able to move it with any truck I have. I also went with a 14k trailer to avoid having to get cdl. The gooseneck adds a lot of weight reducing payload capacity. If I was going to get a larger with more weight capacity a would have went gooseneck.
I've got a 16k 14ft with 3 ft sides gooseneck dump with the 3 stage single cylinder up front. I went with the gooseneck because I'm hauling a MX5200 with loader and grapples so I put that up on the neck and I normally have something sticking out the back. (Wish I got a 16ft too) because I don't have an equipment trailer yet and also I only have a 2500 Cummins and didn't want to put that much weight on a tounge pull. Also a single cyilinder up front means the fram is built differently so my 16k is actually rated to haul a littles over 12k in the box and once I upgrade to a skid steer it should definitely have no problem hauling it
I have both gooseneck and bumper pull dump trailers both are load trail trailers, the gooseneck is a triple axle. I hate loading the excavator into either one cause of how steep it is even when I tilt the box up. And I load it in backwards so there is lots of tongue weight. The gooseneck tows better when you're heavy but it's hard on tires. The bumper pull will fit anywhere. There you go, that's my two cents. All personal perspective.
take a look at Zieman Trailers in Fontana, CA. I have had 4 of them .I like a goose neck because I can turn around in tighter spots and the weight is over my axle. Also had a bumper break in an emergency stop.
I love how the official name of The Blue Thing is The Blue Thing 😂 makes me chuckle every time you say it. Why do I feel like we would get along great? Hahaha.
I have a 16 ft deck goiseneck dump trailer and i love it. I have to back in to some tight places to dump dirt and alot of the places ive been over the last 9 months ive had it a bumper pull trailer would have been jack knifed and hit the bumper on my truck
I bought a RAM 3500 and a 14ft dump trailer for my business this year. Fantastic combo; however, there are times I wonder if a single axle dump truck and a equipment trailer would have been better since I can haul my equipment and materials at the same time
yes, thats how i roll. works great, 1986 gmc 7000 8 yard body and a newer 18 ft 10k trailer for the skid steer. i had to do a little work to the truck but it dumps great
Hey Brother - Big fan of your channel. Could you give me your thoughts on a set-up I'm looking to purchase? I own 2017 Cummins 2500 - my goal is to pull the largest mini-ex possible and stay under CDL for my state (assume my GVWR math, tow rating math checks out..) Based on the trailer payload (Bwise 15k tilt) I can pull up to a 12k lbs mini-ex... My question, am I good to go hauling at near max payload, or am I just gonna beat the crap out of my rig? Would it make sense to look at the 10k lbs range of mini-ex instead? Other concerns I should think of? Long question, but if you have a second your thoughts would be appreciated. Thanks man.
Gooseneck for equipment hauling and horse trailers. 5th wheel for toys. Bumper pull for everything else. Including dump trailers. For the same reason.....Anybody can get under it and go!
Goose neck gives greater turning radius. Bumper pull gives more versatility as to who all can pull it. Either way I definitely prefer a single hydraulic 3 stage ram. God bless
If you have a dump trailer I'd prefer a bumper pull instead of a gooseneck because if shit happens and it decides to go over sideways when tipping the end result could be merely annoying instead of needing a new towing vehicle. Not a huge deal for the small ones though. Depends a bit on the trailer hitch on the trailer if it can rotate freely or not.
Take some thick-walled C-Channel and weld a braced bracket to the tongue so you can tilt the bucket on the side steer down so the cutting edge rests on the channel grove in front of the box. Only helps when you have a bucket on, but gets you futher forward and should clear the bed, at least the flat beds. Plus, you don't have to rely on the hydraulics holding the bucket up.
I've got 2 bumper pulls 1 low profile I regular low profile drags when all the way up pull em all day everyday if chipper truck breaks down you can even build a temporary box on top
I currently have a Big Tex 14k dump trailer. It works great. We are pretty rough on it so I have had to fix a few things on the rear gates but that was mostly my fault. I would like to replace it next year and I am looking to see how much a Diamond C would cost... Just waiting for the quotes.
Love that sweatshirt man! I love driving a little skid steer those things are awesome. My personal opinion on the trailers is it just depends on what you're hauling if it's big equipment then a gooseneck easier trailer but if you're just calling smaller equipment the dump bed works just fine
I got a triple axle 7x16 dump trailer gooseneck. And you get very little weight on truck. It’s good for trash and stuff. But tractors just don’t fit in it very good.
my stihl dealer sells a blade for the weed wackers that is like a lawn mower blade with tips bent down. you just spin it up and lower it down on the sappling/brush and it mulches it up.
@@VBELTandSON i can get a pic when i get home and see if there are any marking on it. they keep it behind the counter, im sure it's not a stihl brand item but it's amazing. i use it on my fs131
Dude that's a big help you mentioning hauling a John Deere 110 in that dump trailer I have a 07 110 TLB and ive been looking at 16 foot 14k dump trailers for hauling firewood and Ive been wondering if I could also haul the 110 in it save a trip with the equipment trailer. Thanks a bunch from NH that info was very helpful
Sam it be better to get circular saw type blade or chainsaw teeth blade for your weedeater instead of the 4 star blade to cut underbrushes,and undergrowth .
I imagine that you don't have to cut out with the climbing irons too many times to appreciate your spider lift. Probably adds years to your lives. I would like to see you with bigger stabilizer mats.
I prefer steel tracks.. The best of both worlds.. Steel is more durable and heavier so better traction.. I can also take them off if needed.. I can reinstall them in about twenty minutes.. Rubber tires are also cheaper and easier to replace than rubber tracks..
I've only pulled a bumper pulled dump trailer not a gooseneck dump trailer but I have pulled other gooseneck trailers all depends the trailer I like both so just all depends on the trailer
@@VBELTandSON Haven’t even picked it up yet. It’s 5.5 hours one way to pick it up with a lot of snow on the route. Also waiting on the side extensions to come in.
That grass cutting blade isn't working too well on those trees. They make a forestry saw blade but I don't know if your Kombi has enough power to run it.
But you can do the same with a dump truck.....And pull the equipment at the same time! No wasted trip dropping off skid steer then going to the quarry and coming back. That's the best part of having a dump truck. Showing up on the job with the machine and materials, do the job, then head home.
Get the standard height it wont drag so glad I got the standard height on my new 1 load trail brand is what mine are seem to be solid very low maintenance
@@VBELTandSON no problem, stihl has a couple different blades for specific types of materials. it will really speed things up for you with the right blade. if your doing mostly this small trees you can even get there saw blade for it.
