PJ Equipment trailer modifications, repair and review
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- Опубликовано: 9 янв 2020
- My Amazon store: www.amazon.com/shop/vehcor
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 
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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!!
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
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.
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
And guys like this are what make RUclips such an awesome thing. 👌
"Little Gretta will be proud"
That was awesome! 😆
How dare you! lol
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!
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.
I love how everything you fabricate is overbuilt!
Best channel on you tube.
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.
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.
put an old comealong back in. i learned the hard way to have redundancy when dealing in stuff that sucks to move
Nice wiring! Seriously, nice to see a stickler for details in action!!!
Great trailer and great mods! The toolbox organizer is really overbuilt… I love it!
Thanks!
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.
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 !!!!
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.
Great mods, gave me some good ideas !
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!!
"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!
I love the mods you have made, and continue to make to this 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.
Another great video. I’m enjoying the variety of your projects too. Never know what to expect each week, Thanks!
Nice work. Pretty impressive cuts with the Sawzall.
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.
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.
Love your work, really enjoy your trailer mod video's. Cheers.
Rad!!! You do have an epic toolbox mr. Vehcor!! Love it and love the snap on jumper badass like u!!
The symmetry of your work is soothing!
Very professional 👍🏼
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!
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.
Great Trailer! Super mods, gave me some ideas for mine...thanks.
Great project
Good tips indeed
Thanks!
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Nice trailer and good fabrication on your part.
That stake pocket D-Ring Trick is pretty slick! Thanks for sharing, it's time for some upgrades on my trailer....
You had a subscriber from the start...the gretta comment sealed it. I'm a sub for life.
You are an excellent fabricator! I also like the idea about wiring up the floodlights to the reverse switch!
Your explainations are always smart and clear, which also makes your videos so interesting. Thank you.
Great video good job 👏 love it 😊
What a slick setup!! 👌🏽👍
Thanks!
Pretty sweet trailer. Nicely done.
Thank you very much!
This is the best video I've watched about trailer upgrades. Your work is excellent.
Nice modification that way thinking outside of the box 👍
Very informative and entertaining as usual great job ,looking forward to next friday
Thanks for the support!
Very professional, i love it.
Thanks!
That's a pretty bad ass trailer Scott!
Thanks, I need something kinda cool to haul all my boring builds! 😂
Wow
Trailer turned out to be AWSOME
Lots of Great Ideas
Thanks
I like the idea for the removable fenders.
Some very good ideas for my trailer thanks
No problem!
Good work like the things you did pretty cool
Thanks!
*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
Awesome video man, that was pretty awesome. Im checkin out the d ring attachments now and i gotta have them. Keep up the good work
Great storage ideas on tongue box items. Especially the stake pocket D-rings.
Tool box modification is very ingenious.
Awesome video.
Another good one Scott,,, look forward to your stuff. I am doing a trailer myself and wondered about the reverse lights. Great tip, will look for the diode or one way switch to ensure no back draw. Exactly what I have been thinking about and you showed that. As always, good stuff! Friend in Canada
You're more than ready for the next pickup !! Nice vid.
Yes, I am. Thanks for watching.
What a sweet set up.
Thanks
Nice modifications and as always very clear and enjoyable explanations of what you are doing. Thanks for sharing. Kudos!
Thanks and 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!
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.
Just impressive. All I can say!
Very cool trailer my birthday is coming up “wink wink” 🤣 just kidding great jobs with the upgrades as always I’ll keep watching hope to see some videos of that Mustang project
Nice work ! ...i just got a pj and enojy seeing what people have done ..
you are a master of vidiography, it is like i am sitting there doing the work with you
Welcome back to reality and a New Year! I trust you & the crew had a lot of fun while on vacation. The upgrades to the original mods are fantastic. The tool box upgrade with the dividers is brilliant. A place for everything and everything in its place. That trailer will last for years with all the care you give it and all the great suggestions you’ve adopted. All the best for continued success in the New Year. Getting close to the 100K mark. It won’t be long now. Thank again for all you do. It’s nice to watch someone with a simple mission, teaching. One last last question, is there any chance of buying an “In The Pile” shirt in long sleeves? Or if not perhaps short sleeves? I wasn’t sure if there was an option or not for sleeves. Thank you!
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.
Good mods,after seeing the diode, i will be doing the same on my trailer. Thanks , you can teach an old dog new tricks.👍
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!
Man, that there is a rockefeller trailer now. Maybe even Rolls. :) As always, very nice and helpful to others also.
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.
I love the anti theft ball you made!!!
It has been 100% effective so far! 😂
Another smart tip for the guys, and gals to help them avoid loosing trailer tools. Some would be handy for RV trailers as well.
Good idea for the trailer lock
Thanks!
A gps tracking device well fabbed into spot with a solar charger is more satisfying than just insurance... nothing like knowing where your thief lives;-)
The second reason I love Fridays. Sorry but a 'boring build' cant top a paycheck...lol
I should move to Mondays since there will be no competition. No one likes Monday! Lol. Thanks for the support!
No!! LOL! I wish you could do more than one a week, but I know you have a life and a family. So, Ill have to wait another 7 days!
very interesting and very practical video nice job
Thank you.
That is NICE Brotha!!!
I got my first PJ brand trailer in 2020. Material and build quality seem to be very good. I like it. Informative video. 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!
That is a nice trailer but you made it a great trailer you did a fantastic job on that and thank you for the video I love your Channel great job
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 Jack's in the back
They do help a lot.
Great video, I've got a trailer that's getting made . I should get it by mid June 🙂
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
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.
The "little Greta" one!
PRICELESS!!!😂😂😂😂
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great ideas
Thanks, I have them.... sometimes. 😂
Love the mods, also love the organization my OCD was pleased. ;) Also, a year and half where you live that trailer looks spectacular awesome job keeping the rust away.
Great video
Thanks!
Clean is good!
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.
Awesome video man, that was pretty awesome. I'm checking out the d ring attachments now and i gotta have them. Keep up the great work! You have a new sub!
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!
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.
No Afternoon Crew??? Must be throwing some tires around. lol that is a nice setup you have, we’re about to redo my dad’s trailer and I may steal a few of your ideas 💡.
No, the little one was in Nashville. Feel free to steal as many tips as you like, that’s what they are here for! Good luck on your project. Thanks for watching.