Bumper hitch vs gooseneck dump trailer?

[BlueKnife]

I don't know if it matters to you, but I opted for a bumper pull because friends and neighbors borrow it from time to time. Almost everyone has a truck with a bumper hitch that would use the trailer.

Sounds like another good reason to get a gooseneck.

 

[skid mark]

...it's primary use will be hauling logs and firewood we find for free or cheap off marketplace or delivering firewood to people. I will also use it for normal dump trailer stuff like hauling gravel or stuff to the landfill.

With a dump trailer, it is very easy to end up with a heavier than expected load (or not placed where you want WRT the trailer axles) when hauling sand, dirt, gravel, etc.

You do not want a heavily loaded (or nose heavy) dump trailer hitched five feet behind your truck's rear axle.

 

[Flogger]

GN every time. I pull a 32’ 25k gooseneck with my F-250 quite often. There is no comparison in stability. I move my goosenecks around with my FEL all the time. i also have the 3 point attachment to move them around with but if you are putting a trailer in a tight spot nothing beats the ability to have it in front of the machine to spot it dead on. i run all over the farm pushing my single axle bumper pulls in front of my UTV’s.

 

[r porter]

did you ever use this?

it does not work well for me.

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[jk96]

did you ever use this?

it does not work well for me.

Yes Ive had this exact one for years. Using on an L6060 Kubota. Works great for me.

 

[neilpaku]

Which ever way you go, don't bother with galvanized. Instead, have either the dealer or your local paint shop spray it top to bottom with Woolwax (lanolin). $300 for a trailer and it won't rust. Reapply depending on how often you use it in the rain / snow. For my cars, I reapply once every five years, but only the exposed underside and for that, it's $150. First coat goes inside cavities but you only ever need to do that once. You can literally spray it on everything (wiring, exhausts (cars obviously, not a trailer...)). The only part I don't apply lanolin is the braking surfaces but I do do the hubs, backing plate, etc. Lanolin stays soft unlike many products and is hygrophobic. You won't regret using it. Best applied to new equipment but no issue applying to "mature" equipment either - just wash and let dry first.

 

[dbchaplin03]

Those look like fine trailers. I have/had both styles, they both have there place. For commercial use, I prefer the gooseneck for heavy duty, day in day out use.

Take advantage of the board brackets and install the extension boards. It gives more capacity and protects the top rail of the bed.

I do question the 11 gauge floor and sides. Logs are hard on them. My currant dump, has 7 gauge floor and 10 gauge sides.

Dump trailers are the most handy of all trailers. It is my go to trailer.

Just an FYI, I know you didn't ask, but When you load logs, try and get every face/sidewall log, to rest on the log under it, all the way to the floor. Avoid wedging them against the sides.

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Is your trailer a bh or gn? Also what is the length that you prefer? I too am starting to question the 11ga floor in a 16' "heavy duty" series trailer. They have some incredible features that I'd really like to have but the floor is a little concerning. I also talked to the dealer and found out that what i thought was 8k axles on the one i was looking at was actually 7k axles with heavier-duty tires so they increase the GVW up to 7.5K.

I really like the new ramp gate they came out with, i think it would be incredibly handy for wheel barrows and moving equipment. The bh model in a 16' with a hydraulic jack, telescoping lift, tarp, spare tire, 11ga floor with cross members 16" on center and the ramp gate is $17,500 and I'll have to drive 8.5 hours each way to pick it up.

I'm also interested in Lamar dump trailers because they make a really exceptionally built trailer also. For the same price as the N&N bumper listed above I can get a 7x16 GN Lamar, hydraulic jacks, telescoping lift ram, true 8k axles (or triple 7k but i don't think i want triple axles, but it's the same price) 3' sides, 7 guage floor. ($18k)

or for just over $14k I could get the same lamar in a bh model.

I have some deciding to do for sure.

 

[dbchaplin03]

Which ever way you go, don't bother with galvanized. Instead, have either the dealer or your local paint shop spray it top to bottom with Woolwax (lanolin). $300 for a trailer and it won't rust. Reapply depending on how often you use it in the rain / snow. For my cars, I reapply once every five years, but only the exposed underside and for that, it's $150. First coat goes inside cavities but you only ever need to do that once. You can literally spray it on everything (wiring, exhausts (cars obviously, not a trailer...)). The only part I don't apply lanolin is the braking surfaces but I do do the hubs, backing plate, etc. Lanolin stays soft unlike many products and is hygrophobic. You won't regret using it. Best applied to new equipment but no issue applying to "mature" equipment either - just wash and let dry first.

I'll look into this. What part of the country are you in? I'll call around to see if I can find more information.

 

[Rustyiron]

I would hold out for the galvanized. The N&N actually has the whole frame hot dipped and miscellaneous parts (wheels, spare tire mount, axle cubes, etc) look to be done individually. I have my cousins N&N in my yard and the galv is the real deal.
I'd inquire with the dealer about custom axle/tire wheel combinations for your needs. Tripple axles are hard on the tires and suspension and not a good choice for lots of tight maneuvering as in short deliveries.
These days you don't have to be in "snow country" anymore to get a good dose of liquid cal or mag as they all seem to pre treat.... but just for something to do!
Any time that chit gets wet, even from rain or melting you get a fresh dose.
I'm religious about Fluid film on my vehicles but trailer maintenance is subject to out of mind or sight maintenance practices and usually not the best candidate to lift up to spray the underside, at least compared to a automotive type lift.

 

[Sprinkler Fitter]

I don't know if it matters to you, but I opted for a bumper pull because friends and neighbors borrow it from time to time. Almost everyone has a truck with a bumper hitch that would use the trailer.

That is a reason to buy the GN, then nobody can borrow it unless they have the hitch.