You should know THIS before buying an enclosed trailer
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 23 ส.ค. 2024
- Here are five things to look for when buying an enclosed trailer; frame spacing, steel vs aluminum, one piece roof, screwed vs screw-less exterior, and build quality. We sell a high volume of Darkhorse Cargo trailers which were used as an example to describe these features.
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Just a note, less screws on the exterior wall means less wall strength both in pressure from inside out and from lateral force. A smooth surface looks nice but unless its a wall of fiberglass, it weaker than screwed at the vertical supports. A wall with less screws will tend to buckle and warp over time as that aluminum is subjected to temps and road movement.
This is actually one of the better videos that basically dumbs down all the trailer terminology that I once didn’t know!
Hey brother in all sincerity I know nothing about trailers but have a side-by-side and 3 motorcycles I am planning on hauling to Arizona from Michigan and your video was a huuuge help and I feel much more confident shopping for a trailer. I really appreciate you big time thank you.
We’re located in Jackson, MI. Would love to help you get one!
My experience with Darkhorse, rv door latch already replaced and cheap plastic door holder broke in light wind.
I went to look at dark horse today, fully expecting to pull away with one. Very unimpressed by the fit and finish and I did not buy one. I will be looking at other brands.
Thankyou. I’m looking for a half ton pullable. Was initially looking at 7x14 V nose. I live in a area of Canada where roads can get rough. Multiple use. Hauling lumber. Furniture etc storage in winter. Use as a portable shelter
Couple of questions…what type of suspension should I look at? Torsion or spring.
Tandem axels I think is a must.
12 foot V nose adequate? Reason is…I’m looking at lumber. For some reason 14 foot 2x4 is cheaper than 12 foot. Go figure I hope it would fit in on some sort of angle
I’ve heard mention of extended hitches for backing up
Steel frame?
Thanks
Wall height. Does a 6 foot wall mean I’m jumped over all the time when when wearing my helmet and work boots?
Solid information! Clear and excellent points. Thank you 🍻
I bought a 7' x 16' cargo trailer for $9500.00 including sales tax. Now I get a personal property tax bill for $600.00 from the County, that's more than what it cost to tag my 2017 truck. Something is wrong.
What state or province are you in?
Never heard of that. It’s a trailer not even RV living space. You better check that
What about polycore?
Not sure if you know but on my headphones, your audio is only coming out my right side speaker not both, Not sure if you knew what happened at editing
Great information!
Thank you
Why are they using OSB on the floors? and 2, Why isn't the underside of the OSB on the floors coated?
Osb is actually stronger, I do with they would coat the bottom.
Undercoating the bottom will trap interior moisture. The floor will rot quickly if snow, water, etc gets inside. Same reason rv's aren't undercoated.
@@mazecentric4124 Undercoating doesn't allow moisture getting in in the first place.
It doesn't from moisture from above...you'd need to undercoat every single side and edge of the board..that adds a lot of weight. And.. it doesn't bind well. It's just not needed and a waste of money..unless you only paint the top. No one undercoat wood..for a reason. :)
@@stubby1122 The moisture issue comes from inside the RV..not outside. Humidity in the RV. This is what makes it so hard for people to wrap their brains around. lol. The RV's people undercoat..are in the scrap heaps. If you have a cargo trailer...coat the inside..leave the bottom (outside). And great protection. Wood panelling..is not metal..and undercoating..is meant for metal only..for a reason.
I'll be sure to buy Dark Horse next time I buy a trailer. Your insight was valuable I learned a lot from your video thank you. are you based out of the midwest?
Yes, and we delivery across the Midwest! Thanks for watching.
@@howeequipment It was a learning experience thanks again.
Excellent information
Glad it was helpful!
That exposed wood underneath doesn’t look right. Is that normal?
On cheaper trailers, yes it is completely normal. It's typically made of a kiln dried and chemically treated OBS board or plywood that is weather resistant, but not proof. So if WILL rot out eventually, it's a very common problem on the cheaper trailers and people rectify it by spraying either a foam covering or a liner like flex-seal. Though keep in mind this will make the trailer breathe less and you will require more topside ventilation or the interior wood (inner walls that are typically not weather treated to cut costs) can start to mildew and mold.
@@akustaka Great info, thanks 👍
Thanks!!
At 3:25 mark u show the floor of the 8.5wide what material is that? Idk if its the video but it doesn't look like plywood.. also with the screwless exterior what actually hold the aluminum to the trailer? My other question when you show the undercarriage of the steel trailer what are the cross members made from? I knew its steel but is it C-Channel or I-beam? The very last trailer u show is the inside OSB? Again idk if its the video picture on my phone but it doesn't look like plywood...
I asked the same questions about the OSB (especially being used on the floor) but it seems they don't want to answer that question.
@stubby1122 I thought it was OSB but I figured maybe it was just my eyes because they have plywood on the walls... I guess that's why people should always read the standard features of every trailer they're looking at... I've also noticed trailer companies selling a 16ft but it's a 14ft box with a 2ft v-nose & there telling people it's a true 16ft trailer... it seems like alot of these companies have some kinda gimmick...
More than likely, some sort of stable deck or drymax. Actually, it lasts longer than standard plywood.
@@jeffreyguay259 But not as long as if it were undercoated.
Very helpful!
Help me pick
Do you build gaming trailers
@@alexboone261 ?
Glad it was helpful!
Can’t hear u proper from music
I wouldn’t want a welded aluminum trailer. Also these welds don’t look very professional.
I don’t know why they leave exposed wood underneath.
@@nomansland4811 money talks.
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