DON'T Lose your Balls! Cast Steel Vs Stamped & Welded!

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Take look at the Leaf Spring Installation Video! BENT Springs! No Airbags Needed! Overload Upgrade. kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4vMaJpmidWFgMU

[@shannononeil2751]

Medium sized construction equipment and trailers are hot theft items . Add an independent theft tracking device, like the Apple air tag. Had a Case loader stolen from a construction site, was Air Tag tracked to a local warehouse where police recovered my loader and several other pieces of stolen equipment. Even the trailer they hauled it on was stolen. Ended up breaking an East European theft ring.

[@Grayhook1]

Peeled a stamped steel hitch on the Alcan Hwy once long ago. I had power tools but no power. Great story about how an elderly couple (driving a Dodge Polara with a trailer) saved the day. They had a generator buried in their travel trailer because the trunk of the Polara was full of beer coolers! Happy trails 👍🏼

[@Chris-hw4mq]

What happens when you will argue with china and they wont send you stuff ? Who will make it if all the companies in US and Europe outsourced to china ?

[@davebrown6552]

All cat keys are the same (to make moving stock around easier), get a new barrel for yours to avoid someone with bad intentions getting in and make sure you have your own password on the starter.

[@crasher88]

beat me too it.

[@daleallen7634]

@davebrown6552 : How do you put a password on a starter?!?!

[@davebrown6552]

@@daleallen7634 When you get in the cab, before you can start the engine on some of their equipment you have to enter a pass code. (I think I saw him needing to enter one (off camera obviously) on an earlier episode). Excavators (from all manufacturers) need one but not all forklifts do, I am not sure about all cat skid steers.

[@wb6anp]

you should also be backing the skid steer on as that puts the heavy end towards the tongue that way it doesn't get light and sway.

[@spelunkerd]

Lose and loose are two different words. This has to be the most common spelling error on the 'net these days. The good news is, mistakes in a title are easy to fix.

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

refresh, it's fixed

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

I swear I'm not illiterate, dang thing isn't updating...moderately embarrassing

[@COUNTINGSLURPULA]

I'm loosen my mind. :)

[@onewayt]

You happy now?

[@squiggyg.8415]

My pet peeve is across(t) and height(h) pronunciations

[@iamrfixit6935]

All chains are required to be fastened so each corner chain is totally independent of the others. You can use one long chain as you have on the rear, but each half of the chain has to be used independently. Basically chain it in a way that if one side comes loose, the other side stays tight. With the tie off points being so far back, your chain is too short to tie down like that. Easiest to just cut it in half and and add hooks to make it into two chains. Many states also require a separate chain to tie the loader down. Stake pockets are perfectly acceptable tie points. Just drop the chain through, then bring the hook back up to hook it over the top edge of the pocket. We've tied equipment like that for years.

[@MrX-fb9uy]

The chain explanation is close, but chains aren't required to be "used" independently, yet are rated individually according to the link size and grade for load compliance purposes. Providing a chain of sufficient grade is used, one chain may be utilized as long as each side meets relevant state CMV inspection load securement guidelines, i.e. equals load securement per load weight/length secured. The issue here is the hook Ray used on the front of his uniloader would fail a CMV inspection. The throat of the hook is too narrow and doesn't fully engage in the pad eye. At least what I observed in the video. In this load, each chain is evaluated independently in it's weight securing capacity being equal or greater than minimum compliance standards. Suppose the uniloader weighed 16k lbs, each chain/ratchet binder would need to be rated individually to secure 4k lbs. Stake pockets on that trailer are ordinarily rated at 2,500 lb capacity, so the load would fail inspection as 5k total is less than the 8k minimum. The ratchet binder is also an often overlooked item as the chineseium binders are typically rated at 3.5k. Another inspection failure item. Same with welded D rings. However, unless Ray is hauling a commercial load in a commercial capacity, most CMV officers (and yes, in Florida there are certified municipal and county officers for CMV inspections as well as certified FHP troopers) , as long as the chains weren't loose - he wouldn't be stopped. I have yet , in over forty-five years of commercial haul experience, met a CMV inspector who pays strict attention to private loads on small dually trailers due to the amount of commercial traffic monitored. Florida also allows chain/binders to overhang the trailer. It isn't recommended but allowed. In other states, it isn't. I wouldn't have secured that load in the manner Ray has, but he didn't ask, and I didn't offer. Nor do I suspect he cares either.

[@Theywereright24-7]

@@MrX-fb9uy Ray is a fine mechanic, but he is definitely not a load master. I suspect that he will appreciate the comments that will help him be safer. I know I’ve learned a few things.

[@Ruan850_]

I really like these mini loaders, they are small and strong, little steel giants. 💪🏻🧐

[@tsimpson007]

Updating trailers is always a good thing.

[@seanbaker3974]

Ray, Just wanna say I have been watching your channel for a while now, long before your new shop. I am very glad to see that you are doing so well and growing the business. Keep up the great work and keep on doing what youre doing. This is one of our favorite channels. You have given me the confidence to work on my own vehicles and the knowledge to know when im over my head. Thanks.

[@desotosky1372]

Opinions abound on soldering, welding, and now trailer loading, the life of being an internet personality can't be easy. Love your content and keep it coming.

[@skutahuniai4830]

Just curious and a question for you wannabe's. Is "trailer loading" a college degree program or is it something that a person with half a brain could do?

[@weirdwillie]

My night was boring as hell. Then Ray uploaded . Hell yeah!!!!!!

[@really748]

4 separate points with 4 binders Ray!

[@jimmeade2976]

Did I miss something? Ray used the old bolts, washers and nuts on the hitch instead of the shiny new ones that came in the box?

[@SeanBZA]

No you did not miss it. Those new bolts going with the old hitch...

[@antonjansenvanrensburg4145]

have to return something new in the box (i know he was only joking)

[@miscbits6399]

that negative tongue loading is a great argument for a trailer tail loading prop. Less wear on your balls

[@desotosky1372]

I think a couple of boards under the ramp legs would do it.

[@miscbits6399]

​@@desotosky1372pillows always assist when performing a rear entry

[@desotosky1372]

@@miscbits6399 Ha Ha

[@ai-d2121]

Claiming that a stamped hitch is inferior to a cast one doesn’t make sense. A stamped part is cold formed ( or hot, who knows) and that is a form of forging. There is little chance on material defects unlike a cast product. Not saying one is better than the other but I’d go with any overliad tests and vertification if they exists at all.

[@onejohn2.26.]

You should be dropping the hook through that square Stakeholder. thing that's attached to the side of the trailer and then bringing the hook up around the top. So both your hook is at the top and the chain is coming out of that stake holder on the top.

[@desotosky1372]

Instead of longer chains, weld on more D rings. The load needs better lateral retention which you would get with closer rings. You are not just securing for a normal ride home but for a SHTF incident. When I ordered my utility trailer I requested D-rings every 2 feet instead of just one in each corner. I've used them all at one time or another. That long crossed chain at the rear don't cut it. Separate chain on each side connected closer. All IMO

[@Theywereright24-7]

Have you seen Ray’s welds?! He should have a professional welder weld on more D rings. That’s stuff that can get you hurt.

[@techguydilan]

Got the hitch receivers for my past two vehicles from eTrailer. As well as my roof rack crossbars, and past two sets of kayak racks, Malone top to bottom. I think my current receiver is a Curt. Seems to work good so far, and good customer service the time or two I've dealt with them. No complaints so far.

[@rayshutsa6690]

That is a good setup and not to loose not going nowhere.

[@Scott00]

Ohhh noooo, you didnt use the new hardware!

[@martingriffin5084]

I spotted that!

[@fleece192]

Good stuff Ray. That big trailer is called a detachable. Those skid steers are awesome. And I don’t mind holding wrenches 🔧

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

They're called low-boys...

[@stevegriffith8680]

It’s actually a RGN (removable goose neck) yes lots of people call them lowboys but they do make low deck trailers without a removable neck. I ran a RGN for hauling equipment to exploration and mine sites.

[@richardmullins9299]

Well it's nice to see quality built equipment build here in South Texas. Local Caterpillar dealer is on the other side of Loop 410(five minutes away)

[@CedroCron]

Yay, I see my "Certified KZbin Mechanic" stickers made it on the Dirty-Max!

[@DavidDrake-mh4ys]

I’ve always had great customer service from etrailer. Good people and amazing inventory.

[@davidhenderson585]

Nic e to have you back but we need the usual longer videos of the 3/4 hour length or so. Please keep em coming!!!

[@neilkratzer3182]

The stamped steel is functional until the rib wears down around the front and then the trailer can come off the ball while still locked down. Don't ask me how I know. Luckily it happened at slow speed and all was good. Replaced with something that will out last my lifetime now.

[@Astrand1]

I wonder if Ray is starting a construction company? 🤣 that’s an expansive toy to have. Trailer ain’t cheap either. Sorry Ray just busting balls.

[@WilliamHollinger2019]

he should to help others.

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

It's technically not my skid. The owner has moved out of state, we have a "handshake lease" agreement. I could buy it or could tell him to sell it. But the trailer is mine and it's quite useful, I can move cars long range without the burden of pulling the cargo trailer. (Yes I have a trailer problem lol)

[@Astrand1]

@@RainmanRaysRepairs me too bro. I like trailers. 🤣 I also help etrailer stay in business. 😁

[@johnmarino4085]

Nicely done Ray !

[@michaelpressman7203]

Glad you loader fixed Good 💡 with the chain extender 😂

[@bobbg9041]

Looks good. Thanks for giving information. My dumb ass went to rent a skid steer once with a ford ranger and factory bumper and ball. The rental shop laughed at me. Then he moved it to the job with a large u haul truck and came and picked it up. When my time was up. He told me if i would have put its trailer on my truck it would have pulled the bumper off it. Duh! Shit i did not know.

[@Kingkoopa00]

11:52 - He said the magic words, meaning that it is indeed not goin' nowhere.

[@toddcathyfranklin4189]

Very nice setup

[@marksmith-ew7ir]

Having the correct weight placement is key for braking as it causes over steering on the pulling vechile which in turns can cause you to run off the road well done for beening more save than other people.😊

[@bobbg9041]

It seems to me, that with your high rating of there hitch products, and your vast audience they could add a link to your channel. And send you product to evaluate. This would give them more then a review comment. Your not being paid, but you get product to show off and test. Saves you some money. Your not under any obligation to give a 5 star review. I can see by comparison its a big upgrade over the stock parts.

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Ray, more stronger more better!

[@tedpanes1865]

I LOVE etrailer!!!😊

[@Prucake]

we love the silverado

[@marks_02]

Thinking forged or stamped are superior to cast metal. Cast parts are somewhat brittle and break easily.

[@desotosky1372]

"Cast steel is better suited for applications that require impact resistance, such as anvils"

[@patch41893]

I gotcha Ray. My bosses husband works for them in St. Louis

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Sweet!

[@fredproctor6973]

Hey Ray, you should have a couple of d-rings welded in by those stake pockets, you don't want the chains that far away from the machine, you need to have the tie down points closer than they are now. Believe it or not, the machine can move around on the trl chained like that.

[@SeanBZA]

Plus same at the rear as well, extra rings are always useful, even if you only use them to hold down a tarpaulin over the load.

[@Blanchy10]

I don't know the real name for them but those clips on your trailer ramps I call knuckle clips. Always seem to spring back and give you a rap on the knuckles!

[@WC3fanatic997]

I think you're the only person I've seen use a Phillips screwdriver to open a box. That being said is there ever an instance when you are _required_ to have a dually truck when hitch-towing? Obviously it's never a bad thing, but I thought their entire shtick was for goosnecks, and I dont see a mount in yours for one.

[@waldonherdman1447]

Take your sawzall to your bump stop if necessary, but your sharp, youll figure it out! Great video.

[@senffabrik4903]

The factory, wants to safe as much money for any part on any car as possible. Upgrades can be useful, if used properly. Its like the manufacturer leaves space to upgrade for powerusers.

[@Conant683]

They make 18,000# D ring inserts for stake pockets. I have 8 on my 40’ GN, love them!

[@throughmylens5127]

Been getting stuff from them for years

[@damon20r]

That is definite coupler upgrade but I personally prefer the Bulldog style couplers.

[@brianmckenna3440]

Another great video Ray Man

[@royburgess4720]

I love what you are doing mat

[@stevenakn1]

Beautiful trailer Ray now your a pro 👌 💪

[@SpartanONegative]

Nice Work 👍 Thank you for sharing with us.

[@XENONEOMORPH1979]

bloody ell 0031 in birmingham uk ,lucky i am up .

[@MikeY77z28]

Ray.I use Etrailer products all the time.Its a very good company to do business with.

[@Invisibleman7]

All good 👍🏻

[@AquaMarine1000]

In Australia, they use all cast trailer ball hitches. A 50mm ball carries up to 3500kg. Cheers

[@Theywereright24-7]

You guys are upside down anyway.😂

[@fleece192]

Thanks Mate 👍

[@tedwilliams8766]

id trust those stake pockets more than the d-ring. sure, the d-ring is more beefy but its held on by two welds. the stake pocket is part of a structure. d-rings should be welded to a base plate which is welded to the trailer to spread out the load. this spring when i bought a dump trailer, thats one thing i looked for was d-rings with base plates because ill be hauling a skidder in from time to time. instead of putting in a bigger spring pack, im going to try an air bags system from airlift or firestone, not sure which one yet. i have a ram 2500 slt with the shorter wheel base so the ride can be rough.

[@ChrisD4335]

I may have used to weld those cabs together in the factory years ago in a model very similar to that cat

[@michaelgroves3919]

2 grade 70 3/8" chain 25' long and 2 binders are all you need to secure that.

[@syrsknight]

Those bolts look like cadmium... they need to be hardened steel in my opinion.

[@fleece192]

They looked like grade 8 to me

[@drexrew]

When the mechanic needs to take his heavy equipment into the mechanic.

[@ronaldbroehm1411]

I get lots of parts like you for my camper, good quality and prices

[@forgetfulme1719]

he wants few bucks or freebies

[@krugerblue]

You mentioned the trailer was running low, which mean raising the couple will make it even lower. Or maybe i misunderstood you :)

[@zeropoint3518]

The new key they gave you for your skid steer is actually a universal cat key. You can start anything made by caterpillar with that key

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

😈 I know

[@zeropoint3518]

@@RainmanRaysRepairs now we wait for someone to buy a new cat skid steer and return their old one

[@ianellithorpe5918]

I just want to be that guy one time. You shouldn't double wash or something you're going to lose your trailer! And that it's what you call a joke, or satire. God bless Rain Man Ray's

[@bobbiac]

Also an option (maybe?) spacers on the axel to add 1.5in of ride height.

[@josephvantreeck2989]

thx Ray

[@gerbil7771]

Thats a sweet hitch. My civic with its class 2 hitch really wouldnt benefit from an upgrade like that thought. I did recently check that the mounting bolts were tight thought.

[@curtisophillipsjr378]

" Hey, you guys !" Are we channeling The Electric Company now?

[@curtisophillipsjr378]

Only old folks will get the reference!

[@curtisophillipsjr378]

Only old folks will get the reference !

[@classact9557]

Not the Goonies intro!!! BWAAAHAHAHAAA!!!!😂😂😂

[@Ration999]

Question, why is the chain crossed like that? What's the benefit doing like that?

[@Tread1775]

6:11 Great timing for the joke, relative to parts received recently. 😂

[@calvinevans8305]

10:15 Reah Ray, it's fun doin truck stuff.

[@RogerFleury-rh9wr]

15th! Ray,Lauren, Dave, and Justin, another fantastic video, I always learn something. Roger in Pierre South Dakota

[@Tessil666]

ahahaha ez trailer upgrade, dont be joking about that sh..tuff 🤣

[@emanuelmarinortiz6189]

Greetings I love your videos. Keep up the good work.

[@robertpimpo4698]

Ray one long chain go thru both holes on machine up to d rings then use binders

[@catherinemorgan2741]

Hello Ray and hi to the guys

[@TomDarling-y7y]

Those binders are ( steamboat ratchet with screw jacks )

[@mabronstevenson5256]

Now get a tool box for the trailer for all your chains

[@paulocarvalho6480]

Those rings don't look strong enough to hold that machine. You might have to change them for stronger ones.

[@FriPilot]

After all those Etrailer name drops, you'd think that Etrrailer would be convinced to have high traffic web sites mentioning Etrailer every time they could mention Etrailer! Watcha say, Etrailer guys!? :)

[@TX-biker]

Your ability to work one handed is simply amazing to watch🤠

[@chuckr7871]

It's called being left handed. 😊

[@Bill-og4fy]

should have a camera stand

[@job38four10]

Add another D-ring closer to skid-steer. I think you got enough truck and spring to haul two skid-steers.........

[@tkrwlly1]

Stop loading that thing backwards! Heavy end ALWAYS goes uphill to prevent rolling over.

[@kurtisstutzman7056]

That's called a low-boy...!

[@neilhale2430]

Ray, they make a thing you can pin into the stake pocket that provides a D ring for you. Probably available on etrailer 😂

[@rickietatum4319]

the new hitch should've been mounted using the new hardware that came in the box with it.

[@phillipdusing7953]

Trailer hitch gravity

[@brianmohammed1790]

hey ray cool video you herd about 2024 honda hrv with gear box problem

[@RainmanRaysRepairs]

Not yet...what do that do?

[@johnkauffman6347]

Reee reee ah what was I supposed to reee about oh well you can remind me latter. Until then keep up the trumping great work.

[@danielfolts7467]

My son works for curt here in wi

[@russellriggan2088]

JD on Big Truck Big RV is sponsored by e trailer, so he might be your point of contact.

[@solargarage]

Nice

[@Drekulviin]

REEEEEE Weight on a trailer should be on the axle/wheels, not on the tongue. REEEEEEEEE

[@lawrencepevitts2434]

Add more "D" rings to the trailer.

[@BuckeyeBryan]

Add more D-rings to the trailer...

[@unklewarren3585]

Keep your trailer hitch ball lubricated.

[@Nordic_Mechanic]

nice cast piece filled with bondo like those china anvils?

[@jamesskelton2128]

All cats use the same key