PJ Equipment trailer modifications, repair and review
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You can find the d-rings, switches, toolbox and more in the project parts section as well as some of the tools in the tool section.
I have had my PJ trailer for about a year and a half now so it is time for a little more work to be done on it and let you know what I think of it. We will make some modifications for charging vehicles, easier use of lighting and keeping organized. While we are at it lets make a method to lock the trailer.
#trailer #boringbuildfriday #repair
Just a tip. A friend of mine bought a new trailer. It was stolen three weeks later. Months later He saw the trailer and called police. The serial number had been ground off and the crook had bill of sale for the trailer. Went to court to recover trailer and Judge ruled in favor of crook because My friend could not show serial number even though He had some minor things He identified. Find a spot hidden and weld serial number into frame with your name. Same as confidential numbers on vehicles except you won't find yours in a book or online. Great videos keep it up.
There are plenty of numbers on the trailer and I don’t plan on getting it back if it is stolen. I have insurance for that. I also have some pretty good video documentation of my trailer if I need it. 😂
Dear @@vehcor
Okay but the insurance will never ever pay what it's really worth, especially not with all the great modifications you did.
Best regards luck and health.
And next day crook was found beaten to death.wow imagine that
That's some impressive precision with the reciprocating saw
THANKS for both of your videos on your trailer!! Funny enough, I recently purchased a 22' PJ car hauler AND it was also the first NEW "vehicle" I've ever purchased. Having used probably the same sanded deck paint you used on my smaller utility trailer over the years, I decided against that right off the bat for the very reasons you experienced...peeling. Instead, I went with what the yard guys where I bought the trailer recommended...diesel fuel and used motor oil mixed. That was only a few weeks ago, so I can't speak to the durability but it's surely the cheapest solution and easy to touch-up if the deck gets scraped. It also seems to have soaked in well to the wood and still left the wood with its natural texture rather than oily and slick. ONE mod I did was I bought 4 stainless lanyards for the pins that keep the ramp doors closed. The lanyard is about 10" and gets screwed to the trailer. The SECOND mod I'm going to make is weld steel rollers to the back corners of my trailer so that the dovetail doesn't ever scrape on steeper driveways. The THIRD mod I'm going to make is to put recessed lights in the deck spaced about 16" from each side and about 3' apart, running the length of the trailer. While I like the flood lights on the headache rack, which I'm also going to do, I also want the underside of cars illuminated so there are no shadows. I'm using 3/4" white led marker lights capped with a 1.75" diameter, 1/4" thick plexiglass disc (ebay). I'm using forstener bits to make the staggered holes then sealing in the discs with silicone. I'm leaving the discs slightly proud of the trailer so water doesn't collect in a recess and so when I re-stain, the stain doesn't collect either and the lens is easier to wipe clean. This lighting mod is definitely over-kill but I think it will look cool, be helpful when strapping down, and maybe even assist as "runway" lights when driving on. Plus, it's something you can easily do on a wood deck that you can't easily do a steel deck. Thanks a million for these videos, Scott!!
That diode explanation was the simplest and the best I've ever seen, and the demonstration was perfect! Just that part right there made me stop the video and both give it a thumbs up, make this comment and I sub'd at the same time. Now, on with the rest of the video...
put an old comealong back in. i learned the hard way to have redundancy when dealing in stuff that sucks to move
Your Attention to detail is appreciated , one thing I learned in my 32 years of fire service was, everything in it’s place because there’s a place for everything..after a long drawn out fire or vehicle rescue who wants to try and remember what tools they used, especially if it wasn’t me that took it off the truck. A quick walk around checking each cabinet and ladder rack system shows what might be missing really quick.
Nice updates to the PJ Trailer, had to go back and watch the original build up first...keep up the great videos for us armchair watchers!
I like how you make what you need instead of wasting money buying the things that you could have made
More like makes what you can’t buy. He has the equipment and skill to built the trailer from the ground up.
I have been asking people for months and researching how to make my flood lights also work as reverse lights. I have a battery in my trailer that all my lights run off of. I bought a relay to make it work because that's what I was told and I kept asking if a diode would work and everyone said no. So glade I found your video. Thanks for your help.
Scott your like an Encyclopedia Book my friend a wealth of knowledge, love the video looking forward to your next one.
Thanks, it comes with years of practice! Thanks for the support.
Some really good ideas there. It seems that no matter how good a new trailer is, that it always needs some modifications to suit what you use it for. Definitely some good ideas there that I would use if I ever got a car trailer. Just getting my box trailer rebuilt at present.
Trailers are meant to be universally good for everyone. To make it perfect for you, you have to do it yourself. Some people might never use some of the things I need and likewise I might not need the stuff they do. Thanks for watching. Good luck with your trailer.
And guys like this are what make UA-cam such an awesome thing. 👌
Great trailer and great mods! The toolbox organizer is really overbuilt… I love it!
Thanks!
I recommend some 1/8” cable and crimps to make small tethers for your ramp Lynch pins. Added them to mine and it makes it really nice. Can’t lose them.
I used chain from a old shop light. Single bolt through the chain and trailer.
I would add tire covers for the spares because they dryrot with out them. I would also screw a 2x6 on the ramps to make them smooth. Makes moving things like snapon tool box or bikes easier.
I built a 14 FT custom car trailer for my father in-laws Model T. He didn't like the spear tire hanging on the side or front of the trailer, so I had a rear tire mount off a Toyota truck and I mounted it underneath the trailer between the two axles works great. Thanks for the Great video!!
I love how everything you fabricate is overbuilt!
Nice wiring! Seriously, nice to see a stickler for details in action!!!
Your saw sawzall skills are top notch.
Thanks, I’ve had a little practice!
@@vehcor I was disappointed. You didn't use your 'FAVORITE' tool one single time !
@@PaintmanJohn Me too! I had to go cut up some old hoods after the video to get over it! lol
All worthwhile mods. I like everything having a spot. One glance and you can verify nothing was left behind.
Thanks, agreed. It makes work more efficient.
You are an excellent fabricator! I also like the idea about wiring up the floodlights to the reverse switch!
"Little Gretta will be proud"
That was awesome! 😆
How dare you! lol
Watching these videos is the equivalent of getting graduate level degrees in Practical Engineering and "How to Get Things Done." The vehicle rebuilding projects, that many of us would run from, are often done with only 40 hours or so of actual shop time, and highlight the value of having the right tools and knowing how to use them, advance detailed planning, intimate knowledge of what you're working on that comes with experience, a retentive memory, having donor vehicles ready to go, a large and secure place to work on projects, knowing your market (i.e. rebuilding wrecked but unrusted well-equipped trucks from far away for resale in the rust belt), and keeping your reputation for quality work intact.
Welcome to pimp my trailer with Scott. Awesome job. Love the videos. My Fridays are complete when I watch your vids
Thanks for the support!
Good job as usual, Scott.
Why not just use a SPDT switch for the rear lights and switch between constant battery voltage and reverse connection on the trailer connector instead of using a diode?
I also used a couple DPDT switches and a flasher module so in an emergency situation where I may be forced to leave the trailer on the side of the road I can leave the marker lights on, flash the stop/turns, or flash all trailer lights.
Great work on the trailer!
If anybody found this vid like I did doing research on purchasing a new trailer, a few tips:
1. Not all brakes are the same, you want a self adjusting trailer brake.
2. Look under the trailer. It’s scary how many cheaper brands don’t paint the undercarriage.
3. The finest paint or powder coat on the world will fail of the metal isn’t properly prepped. Some brands paint right over mill scale and shipping oil.
4. Look at used trailers. It’s rare to find a good deal on a used trailer, but you will get a good idea of how the finish holds up. After seeing a used 2019 Load Trail on the lot I backed away from their trailers. The powder coat was peeling off and it was obvious welds were not properly prepped, the finish completely failed around the spare tire mount welds, which is not a wear area at all. After a year of service the trailer looks like a 20 year old rust bucket.
5. Warranty is a huge part of your purchase. Like he said, he had a couple rims split, and PJ took care of it no problem. Some manufacturers won’t cover component parts like that and make you deal with the component part manufacturer.
I think the everyday tools you used were awesome. You watch some of these videos and the guy doing mods has a whole slew of professional tools he uses. Lathes, metal brake, horizontal band saw, etc.
The most enjoyable/engineered/skilled video i have watched sinced i purchased my own trailer and decided to do some modifications to it myself like lights and more but i really would like to get a diagram from you if possible of course about the power and switches box , thanks sir please keep us updated on new stuff coming thank you !!!!
Your explainations are always smart and clear, which also makes your videos so interesting. Thank you.
I've had my spare tire lug nuts loosen after a road trip , luckily I didnt lose one but I went and drilled a hole in the lug nut stud and put a clip in them just in case they back off again from all the road vibration , good videos' subscribed
I do check mine frequently to avoid the issue as well. Thanks for watching, glad to have you with us!
*Damn i need to send you my trailer, this is bad ass! all the things i wanted to do with my trailer you did here and then some! i'm blown away at how functional and simple most things you've done are too. makes my "mods" look cheap and junky and my ramps have always just ridden top side on the deck either in front of or underneath whatever vehicle i am hauling. lots of good ideas here thanks for sharing* and you ALWAYS get a like from me, even on the short ones
What I did for my trailer was wire in a relay for the backup lights so that when I put the truck in reverse the lights on the trailer will come on and be powered off of the trailer battery that is also charged by the auxiliary power lead. This way you aren't pulling the electrical load from the backup light circuit. Most of the vehicles now use the BCM for the lighting and is limited on the current supply.
I love the mods you have made, and continue to make to this trailer!!!
Nice modifications and as always very clear and enjoyable explanations of what you are doing. Thanks for sharing. Kudos!
Thanks and thanks for watching.
Nice work. Pretty impressive cuts with the Sawzall.
Good mods,after seeing the diode, i will be doing the same on my trailer. Thanks , you can teach an old dog new tricks.👍
I got my first PJ brand trailer in 2020. Material and build quality seem to be very good. I like it. Informative video. Thanks.
This is the best video I've watched about trailer upgrades. Your work is excellent.
Another smart tip for the guys, and gals to help them avoid loosing trailer tools. Some would be handy for RV trailers as well.
Great tutorial. I've learned a couple of things and parts I may be able to use. I am not into fabrication because lack of skills and tools but just watching the video is a fantastic tutorial. To me, in special the electric connections, electrical panels and sockets and plugs. Simply great video. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks, give the fabricating a try. It’s really fun and pretty easy. Thanks for the support!
Great video!! .... on the battery charging for the trailer. A new AGM typically self-discharges at about 1-2% per month, while an old one may be as much as 2% per week. Having a solar panel will help you in the long run maintain the battery health and prevent sulfating from sitting at a lower charge state. If you use the trailer weekly maybe not so much of an issue. Keep up the good work on the videos!! I look forward to boring build every Friday!!!
Thanks, I will add the panels for sure if the truck and trailer will be sitting together like they used to. It does get used weekly though.
The symmetry of your work is soothing!
Love the trailer vids. I have the exact same rig that i've been using for years and love it. Not the nicest one i've seen, but hasn't let me down yet. I have the rings also and would love a box like this to keep them in.
Thanks, it would still be great without all the stuff I have done but for me, all that makes it perfect for my uses. Thanks for watching.
What a slick setup!! 👌🏽👍
Thanks!
Nice work ! ...i just got a pj and enojy seeing what people have done ..
Loved your video. Just bought a new 10CH Big Tex. I like it, but I am having to make several mods myself. The rear stablizer jacks are also very useful if you are changing a flat I hear. Thank you Sir for your time.
Wow
Trailer turned out to be AWSOME
Lots of Great Ideas
Thanks
Great storage ideas on tongue box items. Especially the stake pocket D-rings.
I just love your mod, I would get covers and locks for your spare to protect against UV and rain and I have a couple cameras so I can see if the load is ok. LateI now started putting tire pressure monitors on the trailer tires after 2 blow-outs in 3 days.
Great video. Like I said in your last video you convinced me not to buy a goose neck. I bought a trailer similar to yours and I've towed my 2012 Silverado 3500 crew cab dually Diane's, a Case 580 tractor, and a 63 Pontiac star chief.. it tows like a dream with my 08 Silverado 3500 Duramax.
This has been a great trailer for me, and if I were to do it all over again, I’d buy the same one. Good luck with your trailer! Thanks for watching!
Motor oil on your deck is the best I have found.
Great video of your fine trailer, well done and very informative. Like the "custom" features you added for convenience.
Work safe, stay warm, and Happy Friday to the afternoon crew. Enjoy your weekend.
Doug@ the "ranch"
Spending a little time here saves much more down the road and makes life easier when you really need it. Like when you are loading a car at night in -10F weather. lol Thanks for the support and have a great weekend as well.
I like the way you organized the trailer box with the dividers, I did something similar on my covered trailer just not a specific with as many compartments, nice work.
you are a master of vidiography, it is like i am sitting there doing the work with you
Tool box modification is very ingenious.
Was with you til you broke out the flathead screws. Died a little inside when I saw that.
What a sweet set up.
Thanks
I started doing the ramp trick when i first got my trailer, and they filled with rocks from the grid road, and it took 3 hours to get my ramps out
You had a subscriber from the start...the gretta comment sealed it. I'm a sub for life.
You're more than ready for the next pickup !! Nice vid.
Yes, I am. Thanks for watching.
I like it the way you have it. Good job on the modifications
Thanks, I think I have done all I need to, for a while at least!
Scott, you ever thought of putting a couple pieces of steel tubing or flat steel on the wheel path of the trailer? Kind of like a semi trailer? That way when you drag a vehicle on you not tearing up the wood? Great build better equipped than any other carrier I seen others build.
I have but that gets slick when there is rain or snow on the deck. It makes driving things up a little sketchy.
@@vehcor It can, that is why on semi the steel is only 3" wide. the tires skid on the steel but when driving the outer edges still sit on the wood decking, not perfect but gives something to stop the degradation of the wood surface. I had a trailer that was all wood top and one day I was on the trailer and slipped, landed on my ass and my buddy thought it was funny until we realized the a large sliver of wood pierced through my calf making a 3/4" hole through my leg. Fun times.
FYI: If you put a 1/16" space between your parts to weld, your welds will come out flatter and stronger. Your will have very LITTLE grounding to do. But your will need make your work 1/8" shorter.
I was a Welder at work for 30 years.
That stake pocket D-Ring Trick is pretty slick! Thanks for sharing, it's time for some upgrades on my trailer....
Little Greta comment, just a little sarcastic, I love it! Nice trailer ,great improvements. I built a lock for my 18' box trailer ,made a box that fit over the tounge then put a half ball in it ,picked up a puck lock and the puck lock hasp, welded one half on the top of the box then made a bolt and sleeve hinge welded that part to the tounge. The box and ball fits in and covers the tounge then the hinge side drops down and connects ,I drop the puck lock into it and it's locked. I leave the trailer for weeks at job sites so I wanted a good setup ,I couldn't buy one like this. It's all 3/8 steel.
Good video. The thing I don't like about my PJ trailer is the front deck bumper location. It's high and right in the way of the winch. I had to mount the winch on a raised bracket I made out of an old tow hitch. It's not as strong as if it were mounted directly to the frame. Other than that the trailer is a real gem with quality workmanship. Mine is red and a real good looker. First thing I did was double coat the deck boards with Thompson's water seal stain. Dealer clued me in on that when I picked it up.
All Good Mods. Well Done. Yes, PJ has a very good Rep in trailers. May want to check into Radial Trailer Tires. Most are heavier Load Rating as well. CarlisleTires are what I put on my utility trailer. Admittedly, I Always over load it and they have held up extremely well..
As an added security measure against theft, you might look into hiding a couple of mini GPS locators somewhere on your trailer. I realize you have insurance but they’ll never cover all that expense & hard work you put into it. Thank you for your awesome videos!
The Apple pod thing... Easy and cheap (er)
I have a PJ trailer (12' U7) with removable sides and incorporated ramps. It is the best trailer I've owned. I was given a tip of keeping the valve stem of the spare tire at the top . Any water or road debris will not stay on valve and cause rust or damage the paint at that spot. I enjoy your videos keep them coming. Happy New Year to you and yours.
This has been one of the best trailers I have ever owned! Thanks for the tip, it makes sense.
Happy New Year to you and yours as well!
Pretty sweet trailer. Nicely done.
Thank you very much!
Great project
Good tips indeed
Thanks!
Great video and some cool mods for sure. I just ordered a new 18x7 steel deck car trailer and i plan to put a few personal touches on it.
Thanks, hope you enjoy your new trailer!
Good idea for the trailer lock
Thanks!
I like the idea for the removable fenders.
Great Trailer! Super mods, gave me some ideas for mine...thanks.
Very professional, i love it.
Thanks!
Very informative and entertaining as usual great job ,looking forward to next friday
Best channel on you tube.
Nice modification that way thinking outside of the box 👍
Might be a good step further if you're ever bored to weld a end cap on your anti theft hitch. Awesome ideas though! I love the switches & lights for the trailer, I never thought of that.
I was going to put end caps on but it was late and I just wanted to go to bed. 😂 Next time I’m bored, there is a good chance it will happen. Thanks for watching.
Some very good ideas for my trailer thanks
No problem!
Neat trick using a diode with you trailer and like your use of the Trans Am part. Assume since Trans Am are long gone there may be a existing GM equivalent… please comment if know.
Clean is good!
You might consider using those plastic storage containers for the loose chains. great trailer.
I’m going to make more dividers for the other side eventually so they will have a home. Thanks for the tip.
That's a pretty bad ass trailer Scott!
Thanks, I need something kinda cool to haul all my boring builds! 😂
Man, that there is a rockefeller trailer now. Maybe even Rolls. :) As always, very nice and helpful to others also.
And again, the afternoon crew got to skate on another video. They have an easy life!
They are pretty busy, working with me is not their job so they are there when time allows.
Another great video. I’m enjoying the variety of your projects too. Never know what to expect each week, Thanks!
Next trailer will be PJ. I screwed up and bought a New Sure Trac trailer 5 years ago.....VIN already faded off...powder coating all peeling off and rusting..It's ashamed very few miles and looks like a POS. Big tex 15 years old beat to crap and bent looks newer. I need to bury my winch in a box...thanks for great videos 👍👍👍👍
I’m surprised to hear that, I have seen some pretty nice, older Sure Tracs. It was one of my considerations before the PJ. I have seen some pretty bad Big Tex trailers. I think they all have paint shortcomings but the fit and strength quality I would say is the same on all three. Thanks for the support!
vehcor I wanted to try a PJ.....But i needed it ASP they couldnt give a me answer so i went with the 20ft 10k gvw Sure Track...its wasnt 1 year old and had not even seen salt when big pieces of powder coat peeled off rusted under neath. The VIN and weights are on a sticker that faded so bad in five years. Has no stamped numbers or tags.....wth thsts about. DOT gets ahold of me i wont be moving.It has to be one of the nicest towing small trailers i have ever had.....on number 8 or 9 new ones in 35 years.
"Our first modification is enhancing one of our old modifications". Thank you for this awesome phrase. I'm using this one now to annoy the living crap out of people. Hey when are you building a nasty offroad monster diesel truck? 900 rear wheel horsepower, 1500 foot pounds of torque!
Another suggestion. We keep our chains in plastic bucket or container and hang the hooks on the edges. Works good.
man i was just thinking about dealing with this company and glad i seen this video . i will do more research now that i have seen this. thanks for the heads up.
I love the anti theft ball you made!!!
It has been 100% effective so far! 😂
Awesome video.
That is NICE Brotha!!!
Shaggin' Wagon in the background at the end of the video!
LT1 powered beast. lol
I was going to say surprised one survived in the rust belt.
sweet I like those stake pocket D rings, I am prob going to puck up 4 of those, I will make sure to use your link so you get your penny kickback
Love your work, really enjoy your trailer mod video's. Cheers.
I would recommend using the same lock rings for the ramp doors for the stake pocket D Riings
Nice trailer and good fabrication on your part.
very interesting and very practical video nice job
Thank you.