Hinge Recommendation for Converting Gate of Dump Trailer to Barn Doors

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I have a dump trailer with 4 ft sidewalls and a gate that hinges at the bottom or top. I wish to convert it to swing side to side, most likely with a split gate. I like the hinges you have and would use them. Do you have photos or a drawing showing how to frame up for and mount your hinges on side swinging dump trailer doors? thanks

asked by: Jeff

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I recommend part # PLR1904-Z. This is a barn door hinge for dump trucks and is made of 1/4 inch steel.

I don't have a drawing or install instructions I can send you, but if you take these hinges to a qualified fabricator in your area he would be would able to install them on your trailer without needing instructions.

expert reply by: Jameson C

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Answer 1

To create barn doors out of your ramp door, you will need hinges and a latch. I suggest a latch/lock system like the Universal Cam-Door Lock for Enclosed Trailers - 1" Keeper, #383200. This will use a 3/4 inch diameter pipe that you'll have…

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Answer 2

That's a pretty hard question to answer, but most likely the Dump Door Hinge #PLR1904-Z that you referenced would be exactly what you'd need. This hinge setup is very heavy duty and basically can be made to work on any standard dump as long…

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Answer 3

The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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Answer 4

In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 5

Hi Paul, you’re definitely on the right track here, and I can help you narrow this down with confidence. With your tandem 3,500 lb Dexter axles and 33 inch spacing, both the Dexter EZ Flex part #K71-652-00 and the Lippert Road Armor part #LC53CK are…

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Answer 6

Hey Bryan, that's a good question. The pricing can definitely be misleading, but I wouldn't use it to judge the quality of the tire. A lot of that comes down to promotions, inventory, and whether you're looking at a tire by itself or…

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According to Blue Ox, it'll take an experienced installer about 4 to 5 hours to complete the installation of their #BX1128 Base Plate Kit on a 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee. The install isn't what I'd call super-difficult, but the installation…

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Answer 8

You will have to go with a sliding hitch to allow the trailer to make tight turns. For a trailer 8 feet wide the only bed length that's going to allow 90 degree turns without a slider is a stationary hitch. That being said you have two options.…

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Answer 9

Hi Jeremy! For your Curt Helux Gooseneck Pin Box I recommend the Curt Tri-Ball Trailer Coupler Lock #C48CR. Curt specifically lists this lock as a fit for the Helux. It installs in the ball socket to prevent someone from hooking up to your trailer…

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Answer 10

Hi Glen, It will depend on what the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) is of your trailer to determine which B&W 5th wheel to gooseneck adapter will work best for you. Fifth wheels and gooseneck trailers go off of pin weight instead of tongue…

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Answer 11

Hey Peter, in general with a short bed truck you will need a slider hitch to make sharp turns but in recent years they have started making fifth wheel campers with more tapered noses and extended pin boxes to allow for short bed trucks to be able to…

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Answer 12

Hey Jeff! The MORryde GooseTech 5th Wheel to Gooseneck Pin Box #MR97MV comes with a Demco eZ-Latch. The best option for a lock is the InfiniteRule Lock for Cast Demco eZ-Latch Trailer Couplers #IR66FR. This is designed to for a standard coupler but…

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