DUMP TRAILER 7X14 Lamar, BigTex, Iron Bull, Diamond C, which one will it be!!

[@G.I.JeffsWorkbench]

Thank you for the thorough review of the Lamar dump trailer. Thanks too for sharing your knowledge. I’m compelled to mention that even though the axles have zerks, you should still inspect the bearings every 2 years or 10K miles, whichever comes first. Yes, you should check & grease the axles regularly, but also yes, your bearings will last longer if completely repacked (lots of KZbin videos on how to do this - it’s not that complicated, and requires only a few basic tools). Repacking your bearings is also be a great time to check your trailer’s drum brakes - especially important on a dump trailer. If you’re trying to decide among brands, I suggest researching who owns the company & how they treat their employees. Happy employees do better work. I mention this since ownership of PJ & Big Tex has changed, and not for the better. I love my 2016 Big Tex, but I would not buy one today (the venture capital firm that bought Big Tex is cutting too many corners trying to squeeze out more profit). My only concern about the Lamar is / are the incomplete welds. Not sure if this is the case on all of the welds, but it stood out on the supports for the top rail. This might be a spot where rust will start, depending on the powder coat process Lamar used. Nice to have the roller cover assembly protected by the front piece of the top rail. Gravity down is a battery-saving feature. A little patience will let your battery last twice as long if you otherwise treat it right. Just remember that Deep Cycle (“Marine”) batteries are NOT like the battery in your truck (you should research how Marine batteries work - it will save you $ from ruining your battery by not maintaining it). Deep Cycle batteries last longest if plugged in EVERY day after use, or trickle charged when not used for a week or more. Yes, the battery will trickle charge when connected to your truck, but trips less than 4+ hours won’t do much. Lots of thoughtful features on the Lamar that are not found on their competitors. IMHO, Lamar trailers are worth considering for your next trailer.

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Great comment and great tips!!!

[@toddsoutsideagain]

I have the same trailer. I bought it in October of 22 and have been very happy with it! I had it narrowed down to Diamond C and Lamar. Lamar makes great quality trailers. Your gonna love it👍🏻👍🏻

[@go5582]

hi I also compared Diamond vs crazy horse dump box , that has 16 mil all through the box. and Diamond C is on my Pic. I'm concerned about my honda ridgeline rtl-e. you can only tow 5k. I need a bigger truck.

[@joyceosborne4179]

Sure did enjoy watching this one! You're a smart shopper, and you know how to use EVERYTHING! Yay!

[@bwdiver1]

Hey Steve, nice trailer! I just purchased a iron bull 16’ with a telescopic dump. Needed it for my mini excavator. Don’t forget make sure the ball and receiver is rated properly for the weight your carrying. Nice video!

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Iron Bull with a telescoping ram!!! What a setup I'm jealous! Thanks for the nice comment. 👍👍

[@KPVFarmer]

That sounds great! I prefer telescopic fronts. Physics says it’s a better choice. lol

[@js4455dl]

If it's run down, it'll take about 36 hours to fully charge back full. I just bought the same trailer and love it. And you'll want to upgrade your tires when you can

[@jamieolfertmusic]

Nice video! Yep, you're correct, we (at Lamar) actually do offer rear support stands that slide right into those rear corner posts. Looks like you're putting her to good use!

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Thank you! Was surprised they weren't included. Did check with yall on these, pretty expensive... will have to figure something out.

[@jamieolfertmusic]

Looks like $180.00 plus shipping! You could make a pair though with tubing and a steel plate if you have access to that.@@StevesBeyondRepair

[@Cotton088]

Interstate batteries used to be the best. The last five years I’ve gone through several they just don’t seem to be made like they used to be. I’ve been using the Sam’s Club and Walmart deep cycle batteries for the last 10 years and I’ve had good luck with them.

[@S650Hero]

Great video, just sold my 7x12 2015 load trail to up grade to a bigger 7x16 Lamar and I like it! Your video helped me feel good about my purchase lol I almost got a horizon brand or a raw maxx from same dealer but the hardware and build looked much cheaper and price wasn’t much more for the Lamar, with rebates I only paid 12500 no spare though, but mine came with back drop legs like you want idk why yours didn’t

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

I love this trailer! I too was a bit disappointed that no drop legs were standard. Still need to build some. Thank you for clicking on this and especially for taking the time to leave me a nice comment. 👍

[@NTM2009]

Check the water levels in battery. Distilled water only. Ours are 10 years old and still like new. If you ever haul dirt or gravel you will use the tarp

[@christineriley4371]

I have the same exact trailer first thing I did was replace the Jack with a hydraulic Jack from Stillwell it cost 850.00 pretty easy to install worth it’s weight in gold

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

@@christineriley4371 I think of that jack everytime I hook and unhook from my truck!!!🤣

[@christineriley4371]

@@StevesBeyondRepair when I bought my trailer the loading outriggers where included

[@briantruslow8805]

They do sale those legs separately; as far as the grease zerks in the wheels, do not pump a bunch of grease in or it will blow out the seal on the back

[@kyledavis2295]

I’ve had big Tex , maxx d , and diamond c . Diamond c is the way to go . Great and there over built .

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

I'll have to agree..they are one of the best!

[@amandadavis9726]

yeah, that's the route that i'm looking at.

[@WaynesAdventure]

Great trailer and video

[@finders-keepers1518]

That Lammar is a beauty. I'm going with a 77x12 Diamond c. I like the tel. Lift. Enjoyed the video

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

You are going to love that Diamond C!! And I think the telescoping lift is the way to go. Super powerful, less hose, simple tried and true! Thanks for watching!

[@jasonholman1209]

Lamar also has the telescopic lift.

[@nateb7778]

@@StevesBeyondRepairwould you go back and buy the telescope lift vs the one you purchased if you could do over?

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

@@nateb7778 for me, the manual one is fine. If I used it every day in a construction setting, and needed to take it off my truck multiple times, no doubt I would spring for the hydraulic jack! At the time I purchased it, I had no idea that was an option. Depending on price, I mighta got it.👍

[@walterdavis3638]

What is your tow vehicle? Cvw and power? Good vedio but a little long. Thanks

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

2003 ram 2500 4x4 Cummins. Thanks for watching!!

[@hoffpauirconcrete.semperfidCC]

Really nice trailer we are actually looking a similar diamond C right now

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

I was using it just today, and it pulls sooo nice! Do not regret buying it at all. You cant go wrong with a diamond c. Great quality.

[@darwindropmazda]

Very beautiful trailer

[@semiprofessionalamatuer]

I always make my own quick connect charger so the trailer runs off my truck batteries dump all day long and never lose charge

[@usmarshall336]

Do you recommend two foot sides or three foot sides?

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

@@usmarshall336 I really like the 2ft sides. Easy to load. And if I have to haul a bunch of light debris, I will make some simple side rails to add a foot or two.

[@go5582]

hi could you give us a estimate on how much the business would have charged you for the transportation of the rocks? thanks

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Yes. Those 5 loads, about 20 tons, would have been around $800 delivered.

[@diamondctrailers]

Congrats on your new trailer!

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

That orange Diamond C that I put up at the end is the standard that most dumps strive to be... 👍

[@wayneparks5601]

Hey bud, thin smear of RTV will help you with that grease coming out. 👍🏻 Lamar trailers are great! Good choice

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Great advice!!!

[@davidpowell6012]

Deep cycle battery only a year? The one in my dump trailer is 6 years old.

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

@@davidpowell6012 still working .👍

[@Malta2333]

Very nice trailer!

[@raytravis4097]

G,Day steve cheers on the new dump trailer, l have watched the last 3- 4 videos - l think you got a very well made trailer , Lamer make good trailer for what l have seen on Y tube over the years... cheer steve...

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Good Morning Ray!!! So good to hear from you! Was hoping you were still here. Hated spending so much $$, but it should last a while, and it will be super convenient. Plus can help the neighbors if there is a need. Cheers!

[@michaelpfau1150]

Did you find out that the trailer weighs empty? Great video. Lamar has been around along time.. nice trailer.

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Yes I did! Its 4590 lbs. I can safely load 9400 lbs...about 4.5 tons. 👍

[@joedoakes8307]

Did your land have a water well and septic system ?

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

No sir. It was just raw land when I bought it. Will be getting a well drilled pretty soon. It was a 3 month wait list!! Almost time.👍👍

[@AdamJames-m9z]

@@StevesBeyondRepairSteve on your kioti tractor I believe the CK something model where did you find the injector pump part ? I have this problem but cannot find the item

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

@@AdamJames-m9z Yes sir. Google "Zexel 140241-2400" I bought mine from FinditParts. also some on ebay

[@BrackishMongrel]

You have a calm, ambitious demeanor that I find very inspiring. I came for the trailer review, as I am in the market for one myself, and I left as a subscriber! Great content!

[@firstname6208]

If that jad a telescope cylinder i would be all over it. Otherwise nice trailer.i would have put an air guage in the back bumper so you can always verify how much air in the bags. Should never be at zero. The bags will not last . Thanks for the vid.

[@LamarTrailers]

love the video Steve!

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

THANK YOU!!👍

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Oh my Alica!! Thank you for the goodie bag!! There are not too many views right now on this, but I loved making this about y'alls great trailer. If it's okay, I would like to show the goodies in the next video I make using the trailer. Super thoughtful of you all. 👍👍

[@BrianFox]

Very nice.

[@EOTG_AK]

Hopefully the Lamar is good but Powder-coat is absolutely trash most of the time, with the exception of Diamond C from what I have seen. PC gets chips and water infiltrates under the powder-coat and stays wet rusting the steel. It may not be an issue in TX but I won’t buy another powder coated trailer in snow country. I’m fully stripping and recoating with por-15

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

should take a look at my video on how por15 aged on my big trailer after just a year. and you are right, we dont see the winter salt like up north.

[@EOTG_AK]

@@StevesBeyondRepair I just checked that video out and your TX heat sure cooked that trailer! I’ll be using it over much more heavily rusted metal than what you had there and mine will be mostly underneath the deck. The exposed portions will get an etching primer and a urethane coat of paint. There are also a few areas that will get raptor liner applied for impact and road spray protection. I’ll still overcoat the Por15

[@Patrick-jt4dk]

LOL WEEKEND WARRIOR.

[@StevesBeyondRepair]

Exactly!!! Well, for now!👍🚜