Tractor Supply Trailer, 5.5x10ft review and basic storage

[@tlarson4907]

Getting one next week. I'm going to treat the floor boards with used motor oil. This will protect the wood for years. Thanks for the review.

[@ScottieBMan]

This trailer will serve you well man, That’s a good idea with the used motor oil, I have plenty of that as well

[@mikeb2777]

I have owned this trailer for a number of years. Solid build quality. I have replaced the wood decking once. When I did I sprayed the frame with black rustoleum paint . I also added grease cups with zerk fittings to keep the bearings alive. It sits outside all the time in rain and snow uncovered. Would buy another one.

[@ScottieBMan]

With a few years under my belt, agreed!

[@ArbitraryLifestyle]

My favorite features are the 2" square tubing and the fact that you can lay the gate down into the floor. This allows you to DRASTICALLY reduce wind drag, and I would able to put both of my Hobie kayaks on it with a super simple modification.

[@ScottieBMan]

Yes this trailer has been excellent, no regrets, for the price it’s hard to beat and they will not depreciate in value

[@elcomandante9299]

Wind drag on wire mesh? Never heard that one before.

[@danielpadgett2831]

Excellent idea for long term storage. I'm gonna put a really good lock threw my tongue latch too

[@ScottieBMan]

This method has worked out very well so far! Thanks for watching

[@TheGoody2323]

Think I’m getting one day, they’ve gone up to 2K now. Need it for my mowing business. Thanks for the video

[@ScottieBMan]

I found it very easy to get my riding mower, 4 wheeler on and off…any small motor item on and off, very handy and can’t go wrong! Inflation seems to be cooling too so that’s good haha

[@baldeagle242]

Thanks for the review. I have the same trailer with the older round tube. You have a new sub. Bought mine for $750 and just did a video of all the upgrades I've done to it. You have a new sub! 🦅🇺🇸

[@ScottieBMan]

Wow what a deal! I’ll check your vid out, upgrades to come! Thanks for sub I appreciate it!

[@baldeagle242]

@@ScottieBMan You're welcome. Let me know what you think after you watch the video. 🦅🇺🇸

[@tommann1420]

Just bought the exact tractor supply in 5.5x10. So far so good. I have a spare that was mounted on the front and that will be moved either on the side or under the tool box on the front. Harbor freight has a great 14g box that fits perfectly. I may op for one of those. Also a front mounted winch may be added. One of the caps on the back was missing and inside the rail is a great place to store some 1/2 pvc pieces that maybe used as a dome cover for rain etc. I haven't thought that completely through. As far as the tarp on the top. On my storage, I will probably lay the gate down then tarp over the whole trailer to cover tires, front and back.

[@ScottieBMan]

Good ideas! Ideally I get mine uder a lean-to soon. Yes this trailer still doing its job well! I beat on it a little too! But overall it’s a very handy tool to have around!

[@13thSwarde]

My long term storage includes jacking the trailer up, placing jack stands behind the wheels, supporting the frame, which allows the springs to relax, taking the weight of the trailer (950 lbs.), and keeps the tires off the ground. I also completely cover my 8' x 12' trailer with a tarp, which also covers the tires.

[@ScottieBMan]

Great suggestions Herald, I will do that this winter!

[@checkyoursix5623]

I got the aluminum version of the same TSC 5.5' x 10' trainer last summer on sale for $2,200. It's great for taking my JD GT245 with attached 54" mower deck down to the small-engine repair folks when I need something done, also the 42" JD snow blower, and the smaller walk-behind snow blower I use for close-in in the car parking & turn around area. Get a quality trailer hitch lock, not the yellow Reese $20 job that can be defeated with a hammer. Park it in a barn or chain it to a tree. Put a couple of coats of linseed oil on the PT deck boards, and they'll look good for a long time. Probably should get a spare tire, and a tool box to carry a jack in if I'm going anywhere away from the local area.

[@ScottieBMan]

What trailer lock exactly you suggest? Excellent suggestions, I’m definitely going to do linseed oil now that you mention, also spare tire no doubt, getting that this summer when I haul my quad.

[@checkyoursix5623]

@@ScottieBMan I have a Reese Towpower # 7088300 (it's grey), and I use it in conjunction with a KAYCENTOP brand clamping boot / wheel lock I picked up from Amazon. The grey Reese looked a little sturdier than the yellow one.

[@ScottieBMan]

@@checkyoursix5623 I saw Bosnian Bill pick that hitch pretty easy, but something is better than nothing. That wheel lock is legit, just May pick one of those up. Affordable security!

[@detectoristnjr.s8278]

Nice trailer

[@ScottieBMan]

Thanks, it’s working out nicely, thanks for watching!

[@clydelewisny855]

We live on a mountain in the country. Our “Lock” starts with a “G”. Lol. Nice trailer. Just picked up the same this weekend. Price is higher now at Tractor Supply. Wanted $2099.00. Got it for $1948.00. They price matched Lowes.

[@clydelewisny855]

Picked up the same this weekend at Tractor Supply. They are $2099.00 this year. Got them to price match Lowes at $1948.00. Our lock starts with a “G”. Lol. Live on a mountain in the country.

[@ScottieBMan]

Good deal! You will be happy with this trailer…it’s the perfect size, still not one regret over a year later

[@jefferymorgan8135]

I found that a 5 gallon bucket over the front jack works really good and it's quick. Just wrap your chains up and your light cable and place the bucket over everything.

[@ScottieBMan]

That’s a better route to go! Thanks for suggestion!

[@ericdw5678]

Spend some money on locks and a tire boot. I bought a 5x10 in August and 4 months later it was stolen, I'm out 1400 dollars. Nice trailer btw. Look also at loanstar tracking.

[@ScottieBMan]

Sorry to hear about your trailer, I will definitely look into a tire boot and tracking great ideas, thanks for watching

[@chill2195]

That really sucks, sorry to hear about that.

[@peternorthrup6274]

No insurance?

[@peternorthrup6274]

None of those tiny little tires for you. They generate a lot of heat. Blow out and ruin your day. I've seen them actually flipped over on the side of the road with there destroyed ATV laying next to it. Your smart to go big on the tires. I carry 2 spares and a jack with the wrench. Great video. Thanks.

[@BrianFox]

The only other suggestion is to make sure the trailer is tilted towards the rear so water runs off it. I have an older tube top trailer and it rusted from being too low in the front. Even though the tubs are capped they will still collect condensation. Drill a small hole to allow it to drain.

[@ScottieBMan]

Good call maybe I’ll knock out a 3-16 weep hole…good call! Thanks for watching

[@wendygerrish4964]

Had mine for >10yrs, did a house move with wee Nissan truck afterwhich it became primary hay hauler and for other oversized stuff, 12ft Corral panels, dump runs etc etc. Rated the same as yours but I see a few improvements- the beefy tubed tops/ mine only used same angle iron. Periodically I slap on Thompson's water seal. I got the handy easyon-easy off wheel thingy for the post. I try and keep the tires protected from the sun by covering with old horse feed bags. Always wondered how one would replace the wood if it rotted but so far still fine. Rough roads, bottom outs, 100 miles runs with 2000lb hay loads & still doing fine. Instead of a tarp u mite consider a 20x10 garage in a box for $99 or build a small frame with liteweight cover for it. Mine's been uncovered whole time-lo humidity here. Still on original tyres.

[@ScottieBMan]

Wow, thanks for sharing Wendy! seems like you put it through quite the workout, this is very encouraging!

[@wendygerrish4964]

Oops my trailer inner dimension is 5ftx10ft...yours is 5 1/2ft by 10ft. That makes it another upgrade (we could squeeze more hay in)!

[@elcomandante9299]

Nice welds?

[@ScottieBMan]

0:23 intro- gen overview 5:27 general hook up 7:26 rust repair 9:01 how heavy?... 9:48 lock up for storage, storage

[@philos212]

Great video. Is the trailer made to carry 3000 lbs or is that the GVWR? The ones that I see in tractor supply is 3000 lbs GVWR and 2000 lbs towing capacity with the 995 lbs being the weight of the trailer. I am looking at this trailer currently and wanted to be sure that there wasn’t something that I am missing.

[@ScottieBMan]

I can’t remember exactly but I think 3k GVWR. It would comfortably haul one ton. I’ve had 1600lbs of 4 wheelers on it…no problem at all, golf carts, tractors all fine I’ve never really loaded it up with anything that I felt it was not gonna do well.

[@prestonshobe]

Is it difficult to move it around by hand? Wanting to purchase one to tow behind a fifth wheel so I want something thats easy to pick up the tongue and maneuver.

[@ScottieBMan]

It’s very easy to move by hand, probably about 30-40lbs lift weight at the hitch and it roll’s easily by hand, would be even easier with a small wheel at base of crank.

[@prestonshobe]

@@ScottieBMan Awesome! If I wasn't on a flat surface, say in a yard for example, would that make it nearly impossible then? I see the dry weight is over 900lbs according to TSC website. I haven't been able to make it over to the local TSC to check one out yet.

[@ScottieBMan]

@@prestonshobe it’s more to handle then yes but still not bad, but if your ok concrete or blacktop wouldn’t be much of an issue

[@DCSPORTSTER]

Spray the pressure treated wood with engine oil new or used a couple times over the summer, it will soak in and the wood will never rot. If you’re storing it long-term, just take one wheel off they won’t be taking it.

[@ScottieBMan]

Great ideas! Thanks for watching!

[@shawnholiday2123]

so it is 10 foot trailer but how long is it from the trailer gate to the receiver.

[@craftman5632]

14'

[@peternorthrup6274]

Im lucky. Mine fits right in my garage.

[@ScottieBMan]

Wish I had a garage big enough like you haha!

[@peternorthrup6274]

I've had mine for 6 years now. It's never been outside. I was going to buy a golf cart. Never did. Every once and awhile I add something to the trailer. Custom tailgate, warn winch, 2 spare tires with custom covers. Tool box. 2 sets of ramps.6 flood lights. Farm jack. ETC. Just another hobby. Mine has tube frame.

[@chicagotruckerlifeforlife5570]

Awesome…👍

[@ScottieBMan]

Thanks for watching. -your neighbor from NWI!

[@kingkoala1946]

The actual flat floor inside width?

[@wendygerrish4964]

5ft space from inner edge of angle iron across on my vintage 2011 one. L is 10ft inside space. Width at widest point from left outer wheel to right outer wheel is about 79 inches across. So TSC carry-all trailer 5 1/2 x 10ft such as Scot's might be wider than mine.

[@jerseyriders9036]

Is this good for going on the highway?

[@ScottieBMan]

Yes, I had it up to about 80mph on the highway with no issues, no swaying, no wobbling or rough riding even with it loaded or unloaded. It actually tows effortlessly with my F150. Thanks for watching!

[@jerseyriders9036]

@@ScottieBMan thanks I will probably pick one up tomorrow

[@ScottieBMan]

@@jerseyriders9036 well worth the money my friend, and they hold their value.

[@wendygerrish4964]

Nissan 4 cylinder truck and 4.0 jeep wrangler (not so heavy a load when using jeep because jeeps need the weight on their front axle and they are...short) also f150 and larger trucks but it is ideall size for the wee trucks and cars, whereas a larger truck you could use a wider longer trailer. I'm so glad I hung onto this 10x5.5 one.

[@brianmorgan4977]

It has a 2,076 lbs payload capacity

[@ScottieBMan]

Thanks Brian!

[@glenncollins8717]

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[@ScottieBMan]

Thanks for watching my man!

[@This_Guy1]

This same exact trailer is now $2,200....

[@zoran3686]

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[@chevy9599]

Junk

[@ScottieBMan]

Actually holding up well, thanks for watching buddy