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V-Nose Deck

With our V-nose option, the front deck of the trailer is extended forward to make a “V” over the tongue. The rub rail is wrapped around the frame, allowing you drive off the front of the trailer. This option works great for snow mobile trailers and ATVs. Our V-nose deck option is available on our L5 & L6 deckover trailers.

Half Inch Square Traction Bars

Our half inch square traction bars significantly increase your traction when loading equipment on a hydraulic dovetail or tilt trailer.

The half inch bars are welded to the rear of the trailer tail. They also make loading in wet and icy conditions safer.

Option Code: -TRA1

Available on FY, LY, SY, T6, T7, T8, T9, TD, & TF models.

Weld-on Strap Ratchets

Working load limit: 5,500 lbs/2500 kgs
Winch ratchets use 4″ straps (not included)
Winch ratchets are weld to the outside frame (2″ x 6″ tube)
Dealer Option Code: (F)
This option is often combined with the Under Frame Tie Down Flat
We also offer Slide Track Ratchets

9990 GVWR

This option sets the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) to 9,990 lbs (4,531 Kg)

12″ on Center Cross-members

Our standard dump trailer cross-members are on 16″ centers.

The upgrade to 12″ on center cross-members reduces the span between cross-members on the bed of your dump trailer.

This option is most popular for users that are loading heavy equipment or large rocks.

Led lights

Upgrade your utility trailer lights with our LED light package option.

LED lights are brighter, faster, draw less current, and last longer than incandescent lights.

The lights are so reliable they feature a lifetime warranty.

Power Up & Down with Gravity Down

The standard hydraulic unit on a PJ dump or tilt trailer has a power up and down hydraulics. With a power up/power down plus gravity down unit, you reduce the current draw by using gravity when lowering your tilt or dump trailer.

This innovation reduces battery consumption and increases your raise and lower cycles per day. This pump is not compatible with our wireless remote kit.

Availabe D2, D7, D8, D9, DD, DJ, DL, DN, DS, T6, T8 and TF Option Code: E (on dumps only)

Grain Chute

Availabe D7, D9, DD, DJ, DL, DN, & DS models
Option Code: Z
Part Numbers: 160178

Dump Tarp Kit

Most states require dump tarps by law to keep your cargo/aggregate in your trailer. We offer a pull bar mesh tarp kit that is installed in the front of the dump on our tarp mount brackets. These pull bar tarp kits can come installed from the factory or be bolted on a later date.

Option Code: P

Photo of 83″ Wide Dump Tarp Kit

Tarp Brackets

Almost all states have tarping laws that apply to dump trailers requiring you to keep your aggregate from escaping the dump trailer bed. Even if your area does not require a tarp, we encourage using a tarp as they reduce material and cargo loss. Our tarp brackets making adding a roll-up tarp to your dump trailer painless.

Compatible with PJ Tarp Kits
Option Code: B

Pair of D-rings

D-rings rated at 11,780 lbs
Option Code: D

11 Gauge Steel Floor with D-rings

Steel floors on trailers are most popular for their long term durability. Other advantages are easy clean-up and you can weld directly to the floor.

Note: We recommend upgrading to 16″ on centers in conjunction with the steel floor for our light car haulers (C4 and C5) and utility trailers.

Dump Side Extensions

Need taller sides on your dump trailer? We offer steel side extensions on our 83″ wide models. Steel side extensions are smoother than wooden side extensions are easy to install & remove. These sides slide into the stake pockets and tubing on the rear doors. We also offer Heavy Duty Side Extensions and Expanded Metal Side Extensions.

Models Available: D7, D9, DJ, & DL
Option Code: Y

Expanded Metal Side Extensions

Need taller sides on your dump trailer? We offer Expanded Metal Side Extensions on our 83″ wide models. These sides slide into the stake pockets and tubing on the rear doors. Compared to solid side extensions they have less wind drag and are lighter.

Models Available: D7, D9, DJ, & DL
Option Code: V

HD 24 Inch Dump Side Extensions

Need taller sides on your dump trailer? We offer HD 24″ Dump Side Extensions on our 83″ wide models. These sides slide into the stake pocket, bolt to the dump bed, and in the front corners. These HD sides are made from heavy 10 gauge material, making them the toughest side extensions on the market.

Models Available: D7, D9, DJ, & DL
Option Code: H

Regular Sides with Solid Metal

Our utility trailers sides can be ordered with a solid metal backing. The backing is made from 16 gauge smooth plate steel and fill the inside of the standard 9″ high removable sides. These sides are not to be confused with our 22″ Solid Metal Sides w/ 2″ Pipe-top Rail

22 lb I-beam Frame, Riser, & Neck

We recommend upgrading to 22 lbs I-beam on dual wheel goosenecks that have a 30,000 lbs GVWR. This would include triple axle gooseneck with three 10k or 12k axles. This would also include tandem dual gooseneck with two 15k or 16k axles.

22 lb I-beam Specifications

Weight per ft: 22 lb
Height: 12.31″
Flange Width: 4.030″
Web Thickness: .260″

19 lb I-beam Frame, Riser, & Neck

Our single wheel goosenecks come with 12″ x 14 lb I-beam standard for the frame, risers, and neck. We recommend upgrading to 19 lbs I-beam on single wheel goosenecks that are 30 ft or more.

19 lb I-beam Specifications

Weight per ft: 19 lbs
Height: 12.16″
Flange Width: 4.005″
Web Thickness: .235″

6″ Taller Gooseneck Riser

Do you have lifted truck or big cab & chassis with a tall bed height? If so, you might want to consider ordering your gooseneck with a 6″ taller riser. Our 6″ taller riser will keep your gooseneck trailer riding level. If you aren’t sure about this option we recommend taking your truck to your local PJ Trailers Dealer and hooking up to a standard gooseneck to see if the taller risers are needed.

Dump Spare Tire & Mount

The dump spare tire and mount option is a full size spare that is installed in front of the fender on the passenger side just below the dump side support. The spare tire and mount can also be mounted on the driver side if requested.

Note: On gooseneck dump trailers the spare tire is mounted inside of the neck of the trailer.

Trailer Models: D7, D9, DL and DJ

Rear Support Jacks

Rear support jacks stabilize the tail of the trailer during loading. When you order your trailer with rear support jacks we install two 5,000 lbs Bulldog pipe mount top-wind jacks.

Under Frame Bridging

Under frame bridging is standard on goosenecks 30 feet and up. It can be added to goosenecks are under 30 feet as an option. Under frame bridging is a 2″ x 3/8″ flat that spans the bottom of the trailer frame to minimize frame sag under heavy loads.

Torque Tube

A torque tube absorb the twisting forces that are applied to the trailer frame during loading and hauling. Adding a torque tube to your trailer creates a more stable platform with less flex and sway when hauling

Landscape Trailer Sides

We offer both 2 ft & 4ft expanded metal sides on our channel frame utility trailers (U6, U7, & U8). These sides are most popular for landscaping, hauling brush, and ATV/UTV use.

Fits U6, U7, & U8 Channel Utility Trailers
Sides bolt-on through stake pockets
2ft Sides Option Code: 2
4ft Sides Option Code: 4
Other popular options to order with landscape sides include a side gate and landscape cage.

Deck on the Neck

Our deck on the neck option turns an area that is typically wasted into highly usable deck space. This option is quite popular for hauling attachments, tools, bales, and palleted cargo. It is also used on some hot-shot trailers since it allows the driver to carry additional cargo.

Mitered corners for cab clearance
Outside frame made from 6″ x 2″ tubing
3″ Channel Crossmembers on 16″ centers
102″ wide (rail to rail) x 89″ long
Approximate weight: 450 lbs/204 kg
Includes clearance lighting
D-rings & slide track w/ ratchets can be added

Solid Sides with Pipe-top Rail

We offer 22″ Solid Metal Sides with a 2″ Pipetop Rail on our channel frame utility trailers (U6, U7, & U8). This option is quite popular with contractors, landscapers, and rental customers. Also, some prefer solid metal sides over expanded metal, since signs & graphics can be applied directly to the trailer’s side.

Fits U6, U7, & U8 Channel Utilities
Total side height is 22″
Top rail is made from 2″ pipe
Sides bolt-on through stake pockets
Dealer Option Code: Z

Under Frame Tie Down Flat

Tie down flat is used for strapping down cargo and equipment
Flat is mounted below the deck of the trailer, welded to each cross-member
Made from 2″ x 3/8″ steel flat
Gives you unlimited tie-down points the entire length of the deck
2004 DOT law made it illegal to use rub rail for load securement
Flat runs from the front of the deck to the dovetail
Often ordered in combination with our 4″ winch ratchets on a slide-track
Often ordered in combination with our 4″ winch ratchets on a slide-track
Dealer Option Code: (9) flat on one side or (99) flat on both sides
Available on FS, LD, FD, FY AND, LY models

Mud Flaps

Want mud flaps on your single wheel gooseneck? We offer single wheel mudflaps on the following models:

FS, T8, & T9

Option Code: -MD01

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