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Iowawoodguy

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I'm looking to increase the amount of wood I can haul in a single trip. I found this trailer nearby. The guy says he hauls his harley in it, and he thinks its a 5 by 8 trailer. Im thinking i probably wouldn't load it any more full than the bed of the pickup. I just want to know what you guys think the weight limit is on it.
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Thompson20398

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It should say on the tongue. It won't be more than 2900 unless it has brakes (and it probably doesn't). Also, If you load it at max weight, a little 5x8 will take a crap on you sooner than later. Save your money and buy something with more capacity (volume and weight)
 
djg james

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If you're still considering this trailer, I'll put in my two cents. I have a 5x8 trailer and can only put in it enough to fill a 6 foot full sized bed of firewood before the tires squat. It came with a 1/2 ton axle that broke so I replaced with a 2000# one. I had to move the axle back 3 inches because it would fish tail empty. Now the limiting factor is the tires (car) and the frame. I bent the frame slightly by over loading. Would like a little bigger and more sturdy trailer.
 
sirbuildalot

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I agree with what’s been said. If it has a 2000 lb axle I’d pass. If it’s a 3500 lb axle it may be worth checking out. A 2000 lb axle is typically around 1.75” diameter. A 3500 lb axle is typically around 2.375” diameter. A 5x8 trailer with a 3500 lb axle should be ok up to about 1/2 cord at most of an average weight hardwood.
 
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