The ONE Concern Owning A Dump Trailer

[@songdog6748]

We are also in Ohio and undercoat all of our equipment with Fluid Film every Fall prior to the salt and it makes a huge difference on the longevity of the machines. Have trucks and trailers that are 10 yrs + and frames still look new. You can also use Surface Shield ect. but def need something as a barrier.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I think my new truck has been treated with it. It looks nice underneath...much better than my other two trucks!

[@daver6564]

It’s an even slower week when you’re watching a guy power wash a trailer! 😂

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha That's for sure. Ive taken the last few days off. Too cold for me!

[@robertwazniak9495]

Yup… just wasted 12 minutes watching a guy wash a dump trailer… and enjoyed every minute. I need to get a life in the winter.😂

[@gregbrown316]

You reminded me of an auto shop teacher who would say, "You wash your car because of where you have been not for where you are going."

[@ohiowoodburner]

Nice! I like that Greg!

[@michaelfreehling1914]

Hey Joe you did a fine job teaching us about washing the trailer but im a slow learner so when i come to the INTERNATIONAL Firewood Expo you could demonstrate on my truck the finer points of washing. 😮 Y'all have a great 👍 day

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha... It is hard for me to pressure wash when I'm sitting in my chair Mike!

[@glockky1]

Fluid film is a great product to spray on things you don’t want to rust from salt. Spray it all down and in all of the holes in the beams.

[@featheredcoyote5477]

And Krown is an even better product in my experiences. I used Fluid Film on my snow plows every year. But the Krown products for my trucks is even better.

[@outdoorswithlarryrobin]

Good morning Joe, smart way of taking care of your trailer you’ll double the life of it for sure

[@ohiowoodburner]

I HATE seeing salt on the trailer. I got to wash it off or I can't sleep LOL

[@dropshot1967]

When winter is gone, paint the places where rust started to form with a rust converter/inhibitor. I would repeat that every year.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I have some left over from my truck. I will prob have to do that

[@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849]

Joe..... I have never outgrown the satisfaction of keeping my vehicles and equipment clean. The salt is brutal!

[@rjkorfe1422]

What a great way to maintain your trailer. They cost to much not to. Great video!!!

[@russellhorner4950]

If it were me id take those aluminum ramps out and store them for when you need them one steel and aluminum dont mix. Two they just make a place for gunk to settle and makes it harder to clean the bottom of your steel bed. Just a thought. Have a cold day i am here in ohio as well.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Nice idea Russ. prob bc they are out of sight they are out of my mind. I took them off my other trailer but that was bc they were on top of the fenders

[@peterljubicich9451]

I got an N&N galvanized trailer in Michigan when we drove from Alaska to Eastonmade to get our splitter. The markups are so great here it didn’t cost more than a painted one locally. Totally rust free after two winters so far!

[@FatBrainTray]

Rub the rust areas with some Linseed oil, you can get it cheap at Lowes or Walmart. Or try some other type of fluid film to the problem areas. The Ohio turnpike uses this stuff on their winter maintenance vehicles, for rust prevention.

[@kendriedger151]

Hi Joe Good on getting salt off of your equipment ! Wondering why you didn't set the washer control box to SOAP ...it cleans a lot better than on Rinse !! Maybe you should take out the ramps and store them in one of your shops til you need them !!!😊

[@thekentuckian8375]

Hey. They make a rust converter, spray or liquid. I’ve used it before. Would be a perfect time to use it on your trailer. Stops the rust then you spray paint over it. Amazon has it. Might add a couple of years to your trailer.

[@chrisartman6168]

Hi Joe. Thanks for another view into a delivery service in the winter. Road salt is the worst. Just washed my truck last night on the way home from work. My garage is heated so I can get it clean even in this bitter weather. But it was so cold the doors a little froze by the time I got home. Keep warm buddy! Have a great day 👍🏻

[@BobEstler]

You should look into getting the bottoms side underrated on your trailer. That and the front edge where its getting blasted by stuff coming off the truck wheels should extend the life.

[@robslagle]

How about using spray bed liner on the areas that tend to get damaged/rust?

[@WoodysRTBFirewood]

Hey Joe, a simple solution is to buy once, cry once and buy a galvanized trailer. Your Moritz trailer will eventually look like your other trailer when you live in the north where road salt is used. I would recommend sand blasting , then priming followed by paint in the spring. Unfortunately it’s a case of pay me now or pay me later. Woody !!

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi Joe - it’s Big Rodders in Ireland. I’m surprised you don’t have your own pressure washer back at home, either gas or electric powered. I prefer my Italian made electric for its versatility.

[@1966poker]

Prep those corners, prime and spray with a good bed liner product. It will protect those areas prone to damage from road debris.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Thanks Poker

[@redpoole9323]

It still look really good for a Trailer the endures the harsh winters in Ohio.

[@johnellis8480]

It sounds like the whole country has been cold and snowy, except for southern California and I wouldn't want to trade with them. I was thinking of a subject you might want to cover sometime when the wood business is slow is an episode about the various chain saws you use, especially the cordless ones. I remember you started with a wally world one and it seems like you have moved up a couple times to more professional models. I'd like to hear what you think of them all. Stay warm, Spring is only 56 days away!

[@toddpacheco4748]

Joe,you should see about getting a galvanized trailer like Chris in the wood yard has just saying 😮😊❤

[@cannibalchainsaw]

I'd try to paint those areas with Valspar Tractor and implement paint. It's really durable as far as the rocks and dirt hitting those front corners. On the spots that are already a little rusty you could use a rust converter. It turns rust into a hard shiny black surface that won't rust again and you can paint over it.

[@DaveDunehew-e1f]

Joe, great video, you’ve been told many times I’m sure, you need a galvanized trailer. Pretty much buy one & never buy one again. Best of luck with your International Firewood Expo in May. Maybe you could contact the N&N trailer dealer in your area & have them bring some quality galvanized trailers for display & to sell. Looks like All Wood is going to be showing up from what I’ve seen on other videos. TY for sharing your video. As you always say, Have a great day.👍 Dave from Maine.🇺🇸

[@joegentile8409]

Hi Joe It would add some weight but you could line x the front part of your trailer. Take care Joe in Medina

[@James.......]

I'm saving for a N&N dump trailer this year. They are expensive, but I think the hot dipped galvanized will be worth it here in NE Ohio.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Is there a dealer in our area?

[@James.......]

@ no, there’s one about 3 hours away in NY and there’s one 4.5 hours away in MI

[@hardworkingmanoutdoors]

@@ohiowoodburnerJoe there’s a great dealership up by us. Thumb Trailer in Sandusky. N&N is the only way to go. I got sick of my trailers rusting out. I am planning on selling my current Inno Series and upgrading to the larger HD N&N dump trailer soon. You should swing up grab a trailer and do a collaboration.

[@gagerawluk2949]

The galvanized is great for the long term especially with all the salt. Some of the cheaper painted ones are peeling in a few months.

[@badluckrob653]

As others have said. Fluid film is a great product to prevent corrosion. The trick is to spray the trailer, or truck during the dry months (summer) let this build up a layer of dust and grime. Re apply a coat in the early fall. This allows the oils time to soak into the metal.

[@jamesminard1867]

Joe use Krown undercoating, fluid film undercoating or PB blaster undercoating Spray the front and underneath

[@loodusefilm7881]

You could try out Krown T40 rust preventive oil. I let my car bottom over with that, i hope it helps against rust.

[@lendygomez]

Good morning Joe, nice ramps underneath trailer. I really noticed them before. How about rolling some of that bed liner paint? I used it before, and it works great. Have a great day!

[@CarolynFisher-w2k]

I'm for Pa. After a couple years the front & a couple areas really looked rough. We took it to a Rino Liner dealer and he sand plasted it and put a rino liner on most of the wear area. It"s bin 4 years now and it stil looks like it has just been sprayed. Worth keeping it looking new.

[@elainereid5833]

Ha ha, “you know it’s a slow week when…” Elaine from Canada here, agree that equipment maintenance is very important. You certainly don’t want to see your investments crumble away. The term “Rust Belt” came to mind as you spoke of the damages of salt, Heh heh. Enjoy the adult form of “snow days”, and hope sales continue well. Cheers.

[@peterh9927]

Hi Joe. Driving delivery vehicles and trailers in the winter conditions certainly shortens their life. This is an expense many people don't consider in their business plan. Dump trailer prep and paint is generally terrible. I only buy enamel painted trailers. Easier for me to keep these from rusting. My older one is 15yrs old and no rust yet.

[@RobertLivingstone-n4g]

hey joe it was - 25 last night here in n.y like you say stay warm good video don't forget get to wash your truck to

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha I ran out of quarters Bob!

[@johnwinslow4503]

Ever thought of having it coated with fluid film. Big business here in Maine.

[@thelankylogger]

It’s a battle unless your trailer is galvanized. We have the same problem here with salt and brine. If you check out my trailer maintenance video. There is stuff called pov15 I think that’s what it’s called. Scrape down the rust where the rock chips are. Paint over it with the pov 15 and then you can paint over it with your trailer colour to make it look like new.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Interesting. I will look for it Lanky. Thanks buddy

[@paulmartin6152]

Hi Joe Down here in Georgia lots of folks have their vehicles treated with Line-x It appears to be very rugged and protects the bed of your truck. Under carriage of you Jeep Ruby. Etc. might help to protect the under frame of the dump trailer.

[@richardbrowne1679]

Hi Joe: N&N galvanized dump trailers are the best option for winter roads.

[@cliftonbrewster7527]

Surface shield works well also 10 bucks a can big box stores

[@imaneighbor8132]

I ran a lawn care business in Indianapolis for 17 years. I had a dump trailer similar to yours. Each spring I’d give it a thorough wash down and a fresh coat of paint. I sold it when I sold my business for almost what I paid for it. Additionally I used snow plow hydraulic fluid in it and it would work year round no matter how low the temperature would get!

[@tedferry408]

Depending on how much longer you are going to stay in the fire delivery business, it might be time to invest in a galvanized trailer, trade/sell the one you have and invest in one.

[@johncollins500]

Joe, you could take a wire brush & clean the rust. Then get some paint & go over the rusty spots. Or go to Thumbs Trailer sales in Michigan and buy you a N&N galvanized trailer. Tell them Chris sent you. We had -11F this morning in S. E. Ohio. Stay warm and safe

[@jrmorrissey207]

A "wire brush" isn't going to do it. It needs to be sanded to bare metal, primed correctly with real primer from a NAPA or automotive store, then painted to match. NAPA can custom make paint in a spray can to match the factory color. It's about as simple a project as it gets.

[@gregorymacneil2836]

I enjoy the car wash in my driveway because it always uses fresh water, not recycled salt water-plus, I like the guy who works there. I do use the commercial pressure washer but always rinse it off at home with fresh water (even in the dead of winter).

[@mikewendeln5218]

I would definitely sand down the rusty spots and prime and paint with some rustolium. Hate for the rust to start perforating.

[@ohiowoodburner]

That should be on my list of things to do this summer

[@inthebackyardwithdel438]

As my dad use to say , if you don’t take care of it , nobody else will . David from RC POLAR EXPRESS . He lives in Canada and has a Toyota Corolla and every year before it snows , he sprays the wheel wells and the bottom of the car with oil . His car has yet to rust .

[@gregsteiger7829]

I 2nd the N&N galvanized from Thumb Trailer in Michigan. Chris from In The Woodyard, Tony's Cool Tools, and Heath at Hard Working Man all seem to like their N&N dump or flat trailers.

[@mjmckim31]

Over in Canfield Ohio there is a guy who does Krown undercoating. My 2015 suburban has no rust on it with a 130,000 miles.

[@keithbeynon3878]

I see fluid film has been mentioned, I use wool wax on my trk. For those front corners you need some diamond plate to cover and protect them. I bet log hauler Jessie has some.

[@henrylockwood7230]

Fluid Film will extend the life of ur trucks & trailers.

[@jasonpinnix1905]

I know well about rusty trailers . I did snow removal here in NC for years and over the years no amount of washing can get it all . I was alway out at the worst times moving loaders from place to place in that mess .

[@mvblitzyo]

good clean equipment save the pain of repair and shut down lets keep the tools clean so they work for us not reverse order ..

[@Riverguide33]

Wow!….minus 10 degrees in your area this morning! It’s plus 10 here….heck, you’re 20 below what I thought was frigid!! 🥶

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha... it was colder than that. Mine said -14... too cold for me Dave but I still got a 1/2 of oak delivered this morn! At least the truck started!

[@derrickp]

Fluid film or Woolwax

[@ohiowoodburner]

I need to look into that Derrick

[@MrPaulwi]

you should get a can of the bed liner and spray on the font of the trailer

[@mrwonkwonk]

Fluid Film. It works.

[@LeatherHomestead-io8dt]

Off topic question.I stack on pallets in a round would it dry faster covered in the sun or in the barn open?

[@ohiowoodburner]

I would stack it outside uncovered. I don't see any value in covering your stacks...getting the elements on the wood seems like it is good for it.

[@thefirewooddoctor]

Am surprised you haven't bought a galvanized trailer. Those last an extremely long time and look like new after many years on salted and brined roads.

[@featheredcoyote5477]

Look for a dealer in your area that offers Krown rust protection. I have a 2002 Silverado that I pay $170 a year to have it coated in the oil based product. I swear by it and has kept my truck rust free here near Michigan/Indiana line.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I'll have to look into that! I think I've heard of it, I'll see if it's available over here.

[@LindaMackinder]

Joe you are taking one heck of a risk getting anywhere near the underside of that trailer or any trailer without the safety stop in place have witnessed hydraulics fail more than once and it's not pretty at times stay well and be safe

[@jeb6653]

Spray Bed liner under side to protect it. Down 47.

[@Adirondack_DFL]

NY uses that brine also, it has oils in it and gets on the windshields smearing them and not washing off. I've heard the brine is a fracking byproduct, not sure if that is true. I don't think we should be spreading poison (salt) all over our land.

[@KevinHarvey-qw5mj]

Back in the day they would undercoat my dump trucks and it last seems like forever and we be in Iowa so get same weather don't know about any of that stuff now just getting a refresher course on what they use now

[@henryknox1186]

You need a sacrificial winter trailer and then a 3 season trailer. Your old dump trailer should be the one you use in winter.

[@jimalspach8528]

How's the Bobcat doing on Sub-Zero diesel?😢

[@ohiowoodburner]

I haven't run it since the cold spell. I'm sure it would be ok. Well, I hope it would LOL

[@johnrosier1686]

It’s a never ending battle with salt and rust. At least Joe is attempting to stay on top of it. I don’t know what they are using for road salt these days but it seems like it can eat away at anything and everything.

[@DavidMott-c1y]

Hey, that guy you sent to wash the trailer needs a raise.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I would pay him a LOT more but he is lazy and complains all the time!

[@DavidMott-c1y]

Tee Hee! I used to post as Mott Music but ran over my phone eight times and killed it dead. Lost all of my usernames and passwords and common sense and marbles and had a major interruption in following Mr. Joe. I did want to congratulate your daughter’s accomplishment in school as I have three in college myself. Way to go Joe, but where are you going with that saw in your hand? 😅

[@allenheuker7339]

Use rustoleum rust restorer and then paint with rustoleum paint.

[@Rocky-m2p]

Have the trailer sprayed with Lin-x bed liner in the front

[@billyhill101]

Looking good Joel

[@MrTombo-gg4bq]

Sand down the front corners of that bed and spray with a good truck bed liner. Rock and rest protection.

[@larryterrell8458]

Very nice trailer! We all have this issue.

[@ohiowoodburner]

the struggle is real Larry

[@PowerIVshorts]

Galvanized trailer or New Hampshire pi under coating

[@Kriss_L]

Bedliner would help with the rock chips.

[@speedwagon7562]

Think I’d store my ramps in my barn till spring

[@carl27890]

Thank god we don’t have salt here in Oregon, they just sand the roads. Now as for rust I’d imagine you could hit it with a rust dissolving agent and then encapsulate it, maybe give it a coat or two of clearcoat. They make lots of patina products that you can even just whipe on. I am really looking forward to buying a 6x12 10k any day now. I wanted a big 14k but it would put my truck into cdl territory

[@InTheWoodyard]

JOE!!!! Break open your piggy bank....Sell them now and get a couple N&N GALVANIZED trailers....before you have a pile of rust! (THUMB TRAILERS in Sandusky Michigan)

[@ohiowoodburner]

haha! I have heard of them but I'm sure they are pricey...I wonder if there is a dealer near me! Also, make plans to come to the Expo in May...wouldn't be the same without you buddy!

[@DeanRochow]

try fish oil to prevent rust

[@camperjack2620]

Don't let the old man in! Cayenne pepper is supposed to open capillaries to bring warm blood to the extremities.(Dr Barbara O'Neil): Vitamin D3 and other health food is supposed to keep us healthy even if we do have birthdays. (Dr Eric Berg) 73 and I would make a challenge that I could work you into the ground. I use a positive attitude and challenge myself (on Nice days-this winter is a tough one, I grant you that!)

[@randyfowler6928]

U sure sand it and put bed liner material on front of it it abs sides

[@bioniclife]

The AutoSpa self wash, over on St Rt 46, by CircleK is not cheap.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I never use that one. LOL This is the one above it...it is awesome. Cheaper, great pressure, and a longer time

[@ronaldsamol3779]

Go get cans of crown and spray on those rusty spots. Moritz doesn’t do a very good painting job. We have an equipment trailer by them. Highly disappointed by painting on welds. This must be Saturday. Roads were somewhat salt free with rain. Luckily salt doesn’t kill vehicles in the cold. Its the 40+ dampness when you can heat it eating away

[@jakebredthauer5100]

Tubular frame, not i beam. Fluid film for rust prevention.

[@richmccormick1621]

Keep in mind that most, not all, but most car washes use recycled water. The water does go through a filtration process, but I'm pretty sure it doesn't filter out all of the dissolved salts. So you're basically washing your trailer with salt water.

[@ohiowoodburner]

I wonder if this one is like that. It has been here for a long time.

[@Kriss_L]

Seems like it would be better to just wash it off at home or the log yard. Cheaper and could probably do it more often.

[@eduardfrazao3506]

The best is galvanized trailer

[@mjcontractorsllc]

Joe all the money you made by now selling firewood, Just buy a new trailer next year. Heck you might need a write off to my now. It wont last forever its china material. Love it keep it coming.

[@jonrussell1122]

Could look at getting a N&N trailer like Chris and Phil both have. A galvanized trailer would outlast the regular steel trailer.

[@ohiowoodburner]

Galvanized would be nice. Never heard of N N N. I will check them out

[@jonrussell1122]

@ohiowoodburner Thumb Trailer in Michigan

[@briancupp6767]

They make a product tp tools in Canfield carries. Pour 15. Tip tools has there own brand. Paint right over rust makes frame gloss black. Fantastic stuff goes along way last forever. I put on mower deck Etc gets real hard. If you get it on your skin takes about 3 weeks to come off so where gloves

[@ohiowoodburner]

I need to check that out brian

[@briancupp6767]

@ works fantastic. I’ve had it on my truck frame 10 yrs still great. No rust. Like I say tip tools has own brand cheaper great stuff you can ask fellows at counter they will guide you great place

[@DanielAtkinsFirewood]

No matter what, others tell you what to do and how to do it. Don't forget to sit back with a Dr. Pepper and enjoy 😉 👍

[@rabbit7able792]

Joe the pin is coming out on the top of the hydraulic ram on the trailer

[@ohiowoodburner]

It is an extra long pin. I have noticed that too but the cotter pin is still in place. Thanks Rabbit for having my back

[@ralphkanagy4602]

Nice video. Bud

[@PowerIVshorts]

Or use fluid film

[@chippychippy8291]

Like others, I would sell that now and buy an galvanized or aluminum trailer and never have to buy another trailer. Buy once cry once. Stay safe!

[@firewoodmillionaire]

Joe I'm gonna make a video about my favorite firewood channels. Do you mind if I use one of your thumbnails from a video you made in my video? Also, I emailed you about coming to the expo.

[@wesleymonske8103]

They sell undercoat In Spray cans and car dealer sell it done while you wait for about $40.

[@haroldanderson2781]

The next one for me will be galvanized.

[@Don-ol3cz]

Old Oil and bottle of Coke mix

[@clintdaniel9260]

dump trucks is the way to go i have 5 on the road employees can drive a truck a trailer is a different story

[@bwillan]

Time for a N&N galvanized dump trailer when this one completely rusts out.