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.
@StevesBeyondRepair8 ай бұрын
Great comment and great tips!!!
@WaynesAdventure2 ай бұрын
Great trailer and video
@toddsoutsideagain Жыл бұрын
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👍🏻👍🏻
@go55822 ай бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Sure did enjoy watching this one! You're a smart shopper, and you know how to use EVERYTHING! Yay!
@christineriley4371Ай бұрын
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
@StevesBeyondRepairАй бұрын
@@christineriley4371 I think of that jack everytime I hook and unhook from my truck!!!🤣
@christineriley4371Ай бұрын
@@StevesBeyondRepair when I bought my trailer the loading outriggers where included
@darwindropmazda Жыл бұрын
Very beautiful trailer
@bwdiver1 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
Iron Bull with a telescoping ram!!! What a setup I'm jealous! Thanks for the nice comment. 👍👍
@KPVFarmer2 ай бұрын
That sounds great! I prefer telescopic fronts. Physics says it’s a better choice. lol
@js4455dl10 ай бұрын
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
@S650Hero2 ай бұрын
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
@StevesBeyondRepair2 ай бұрын
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. 👍
@jamieolfertmusic10 ай бұрын
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!
@StevesBeyondRepair10 ай бұрын
Thank you! Was surprised they weren't included. Did check with yall on these, pretty expensive... will have to figure something out.
@jamieolfertmusic10 ай бұрын
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
@finders-keepers151811 ай бұрын
That Lammar is a beauty. I'm going with a 77x12 Diamond c. I like the tel. Lift. Enjoyed the video
@StevesBeyondRepair11 ай бұрын
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!
@jasonholman12094 ай бұрын
Lamar also has the telescopic lift.
@hoffpauirconcrete.semperfidCC5 ай бұрын
Really nice trailer we are actually looking a similar diamond C right now
@StevesBeyondRepair5 ай бұрын
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.
@Malta2333 Жыл бұрын
Very nice trailer!
@NTM200910 ай бұрын
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
@briantruslow88057 ай бұрын
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
@wayneparks5601 Жыл бұрын
Hey bud, thin smear of RTV will help you with that grease coming out. 👍🏻 Lamar trailers are great! Good choice
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
Great advice!!!
@BrackishMongrel5 ай бұрын
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!
@kyledavis229511 ай бұрын
I’ve had big Tex , maxx d , and diamond c . Diamond c is the way to go . Great and there over built .
@StevesBeyondRepair11 ай бұрын
I'll have to agree..they are one of the best!
@amandadavis97268 ай бұрын
yeah, that's the route that i'm looking at.
@semiprofessionalamatuer5 ай бұрын
I always make my own quick connect charger so the trailer runs off my truck batteries dump all day long and never lose charge
@raytravis4097 Жыл бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
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!
@BrianFox11 ай бұрын
Very nice.
@diamondctrailers Жыл бұрын
Congrats on your new trailer!
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
That orange Diamond C that I put up at the end is the standard that most dumps strive to be... 👍
@michaelpfau1150 Жыл бұрын
Did you find out that the trailer weighs empty? Great video. Lamar has been around along time.. nice trailer.
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
Yes I did! Its 4590 lbs. I can safely load 9400 lbs...about 4.5 tons. 👍
@firstname62083 ай бұрын
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 Жыл бұрын
love the video Steve!
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
THANK YOU!!👍
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
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. 👍👍
@go55822 ай бұрын
hi could you give us a estimate on how much the business would have charged you for the transportation of the rocks? thanks
@StevesBeyondRepair2 ай бұрын
Yes. Those 5 loads, about 20 tons, would have been around $800 delivered.
@walterdavis363810 ай бұрын
What is your tow vehicle? Cvw and power? Good vedio but a little long. Thanks
@StevesBeyondRepair10 ай бұрын
2003 ram 2500 4x4 Cummins. Thanks for watching!!
@EOTG_AK11 ай бұрын
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
@StevesBeyondRepair11 ай бұрын
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_AK11 ай бұрын
@@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
@joedoakes8307 Жыл бұрын
Did your land have a water well and septic system ?
@StevesBeyondRepair Жыл бұрын
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.👍👍
@user-rh9zf7yj8i Жыл бұрын
@@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 Жыл бұрын
@@user-rh9zf7yj8i Yes sir. Google "Zexel 140241-2400" I bought mine from FinditParts. also some on ebay