firewood trailer recommendation

[robespierre]

I wanted to buy a used trailer to tow behind my car. I don't think I will need a hydraulic dump trailer. I try to gather about 10 cords a year and pick up rounds from tree service companies or cut them myself in the field.Any good size trailer or Brands that I should look into. Feel free to post pictures of your trailers and let me know pros and cons. I am looking to spend about $2-3k for a used one off of CL.
Many Thanks

 

[JeffHK454]

I'm not trying to be critical but did you say "car"?

And I would never set aside thousands of dollars for a firewood trailer and not be looking at dump models exclusively.

 

[robespierre]

The "car" is a Lexus RX470 4wd sorry for being unclear.You think that I should look into a hydraulic trailer for 2-3k?

 

[ash man]

I use a homemade 16' long dual axle trailer. I spilit the big stuff before fi load it up, so once im home i can just stack it and not have to handle it anymore. If i just dumped it i would run out of room.

 

[Mad Professor]

I spent $1000 for a 4wd s10 PU 7 years ago it's still hauling wood.

I'd look for a used 4wd pickup, or even a 2wd. Should able to find a decent one for $3K

 

[Big_Al]

For that amount of wood you could just buy a pickup bed trailer. Buy them for 300-400 in nice shape. Put racks on if you need it higher. Or spend 2-3k on an older used pickup.

 

[JeffHK454]

You are in Cali...it might be a little more $ to come across a nice , small used dump...but they are out their.

I have a BLaw that pulls a 6x12 dump he paid $2,500 for that has been real back saver.... He also pulls it with a 6 banger Ford Explorer.. I'm just saying if you're doing a dedicated wood trailer make it a dump. Loading wood sucks but unloading is worse!

 

[Cheesecutter]

Maybe something like this would work. I know it's more than you want to pay, but it's new. 2014 5 x 10 Dump Trailer - $3975 (Merrill)

New 5' X 10' Nova Dump Trailer
-16" Tall Sides -11 Gauge All Around
-Power Up & Power Down -LED Lights
-3 Way Tail Gate -Deep Cycle Battery Included
-5,200# Axle
-$3,975

 

[blackdogon57]

Maybe something like this would work. I know it's more than you want to pay, but it's new. 2014 5 x 10 Dump Trailer - $3975 (Merrill)

Looks nice. Spend the extra money and get a dumper. Your SUV should haul it no problem.

 

[zogger]

Or one of those army m101 trailers like in the other thread. They seem a nice compromise over stoutness/ability to haul wood, and compactness. I know double axles pull nicer, but cost more, too.

 

[hunter72]

Cheesecutter
What is the location of that trailer dealer? Looks like something I could use.

 

[upsnake]

What about single axles vs tandem? It seems like you would overload the single axle before you had it filled up with wood. Or maybe I misunderstanding how the the axle rating.works.

 

[fuzz1500]

I have a Honda crv .......and it actually tows a bigger trailer and handle a bigger load than one might think...and safely too !! But a big firewood trailer behind a mid-sized SUV.....not really ideal . You wanna pull the trailer...not have the trailer push you I agree with the old pickup ideas . Something that a fella can still get parts for and work on !! You could do it with the Lexus...but it would break it down quick I think ... pulling a good sized trailer alot . Just my opinion...as I have had trucks and SUV's...and tried to do it all with both !!

 

[blackdogon57]

That Lexus is rated for around 6000#. More than some small pickups. Dump trailers last a long time and save a ton of work.

 

[upsnake]

http://lansing.craigslist.org/grq/4249474024.html


HD HOME OWNNER DUMP TRAILER. TUBE FRAME,3500LB AXLE, 2000 LB DUMP CAPACITY, RAMPS, POWDER COAT FINNISH,EASY LOADING LOW PROFILE ,45 DEGREE DUMP ANGLE,POWER UP &POWER DOWN,TOUNGE JACK AND DOT LIGHTING ,PRICING GOOD THRU JAN. 31ST

 

[DCC]

I agree with pickup. I bought a 84 chevy 3/4 ton 4x4 last year for $600 and drove it home. Nice thing about a old ugly truck your beating your everyday driver.

 

[XSKIER]

http://lansing.craigslist.org/grq/4249474024.html


HD HOME OWNNER DUMP TRAILER. TUBE FRAME,3500LB AXLE, 2000 LB DUMP CAPACITY, RAMPS, POWDER COAT FINNISH,EASY LOADING LOW PROFILE ,45 DEGREE DUMP ANGLE,POWER UP &POWER DOWN,TOUNGE JACK AND DOT LIGHTING ,PRICING GOOD THRU JAN. 31ST

Oh haha. That's about a $7K trailer pictured in the ad. Those $2.5K dump trailers are like for a lawnmower with a high speed axle.

 

[upsnake]

Xskier, haha nice.
I would love to have one but they are too big for my tow vehicle, and more money than i have to spend on a trailer... But that is shady about the CL add. :/

 

[Cheesecutter]

Cheesecutter
What is the location of that trailer dealer? Looks like something I could use.

That trailer was advertised in the Madison , Wisconsin Craigslist, but the dealer is up near Wausau. I just grabbed a quick ad as an example.

 

[hunter72]

That trailer was advertised in the Madison , Wisconsin Craigslist, but the dealer is up near Wausau. I just grabbed a quick ad as an example.

Just north of Wausau along 51 on my way to cabin. I tought it might be close to the farm in Il. I will google to see dealers close . Thank You