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  1. 04-19-2012, 02:13 PM #1
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    Dump Trailer Bri-Mar or Hawke

    Ok, title says it all. Going to purchase a new dump trailer. Got it down between Bri-Mar and Hawke. Which would you choose? Thanks in advance.
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  2. 04-19-2012, 02:31 PM #2
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    I would buy bigger capacity than you think you need to start. The bigger Bri-mar models have telescopic twin cylinders rather than scissor lifts. That would be my choice.
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    Never heard of Hawke, Lots of Bir-mars around here, but I've heard they don't hold up. If you haven't already, take a look @ Appalachian.
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    I've got a 7000# 6 X 10 lo-pro Bri-Mar. It's a 2004 model, and it has been a great trailer for me. There are some areas where the powder coating is bubbling off, but I don't imagine it is any worse than anything else 8 - 9 years old.
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    I have a 14' Load Trail dump. It has been a great trailer. Very well made.
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    The scissor lift trailers are actually better in my opinion. I have heard of a couple guys who break the mounts on the rams on the double ram type. The cylinder is pushing horizontal at the beginning of its cycle. This puts a lot of stress on the mounts. The scissor lifts transfers the power better without as much stress on the mounts.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Steve2910 View Post
    Never heard of Hawke, Lots of Bir-mars around here, but I've heard they don't hold up. If you haven't already, take a look @ Appalachian.
    Do you have to order online/over phone or do they have dealers? Just asking before I make the phone call and get into a sales pitch.
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    Quote Originally Posted by T. Mainus View Post
    The scissor lift trailers are actually better in my opinion. I have heard of a couple guys who break the mounts on the rams on the double ram type. The cylinder is pushing horizontal at the beginning of its cycle. This puts a lot of stress on the mounts. The scissor lifts transfers the power better without as much stress on the mounts.

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    Yeah, I never understood why they don't make one with exterior mounts.
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    Quote Originally Posted by blackdogon57 View Post
    I would buy bigger capacity than you think you need to start. The bigger Bri-mar models have telescopic twin cylinders rather than scissor lifts. That would be my choice.
    We are getting a 10k 6(7) x 12. This will be our second dump trailer. Our first is a piece of junk.
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    Quote Originally Posted by D&B Mack View Post
    Do you have to order online/over phone or do they have dealers? Just asking before I make the phone call and get into a sales pitch.
    One location in OH, another in Manheim, PA.
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    I have a Hawke 6x10 dump. It is a 2007 model. The trailer has never had any problems at all.The trailer is not under a roof it just sits outside and the paint still looks good with no excessive rust. The electrical system has never gave any trouble. It is a single cylinder trailer. I haul mulch,dirt, garbage and firewood with it. I have never hauled anything as heavy as gravel, but expect it would do just fine.
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    My neighbor has a Hawke. I went with him to the factory in upstate SC to look at them. Really nice guys, they have been in business in the same location for many years.

    The neighbor bought a 10' low body with heavy axles. He hauls loads of firewood 20 or so miles many times a year. Also lots of dirt, rock and gravel. No problems in 5 yrs. The only thing he regrets is not ordering a 12' model.
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    I looked at Bri Mar and EZDump. I wanted an 8' single axle. Both of the trailers I looked at were kinda light and flimsy , by my stamdards. Then I found a Pequea dealer. Both of the first 2 trailers had short tin tailgates, smaller tires with lower load rates, no brakes, and 3500 GVW. For the same price the Pequea has a 5' drive on ramp that hinges from the bottom for the ramp, hinges from the top to spread gravel, dirt, whatever. Heavier fenders, steps on side, better tie downs, bigger tires, electric brakes and a 5,000 lb GVW. Here's a pic of mine, Joe.

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    Did you get that Pequea trailer from a dealer in Maryland?
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    My Bri-Mar. Never done a damn thing to it other than a little grease and replaced the original battery a year ago. It has never failed to dump anything I've put in it.



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