PJ TRAILERS FAQ

Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions for PJ Trailers

No, trailers must be purchased through a dealer. Go to our Dealer Finder to find the dealer closest to you.

Step 1.
Register your trailer via our online Warranty Registration form.

Step 2.
Complete the Warranty Registration form.

Step 3.
A customer service representative will contact you regarding the next steps.

PJ Trailers does not price trailers from our office. All trailer pricing is handled through PJ dealers.

Generally, the load capacity of your trailer is calculated by taking the GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) and subtracting the weight of the trailer (unloaded).

While the battery will receive a minimal charge when connected to your tow vehicle, we recommend using the integrated trickle battery charger. The charger is included inside the toolbox and is pre-wired to the battery. To fully charge your trailer battery, plug in a 110v extension cord to the outlet on the exterior of the toolbox.

Sherwin Williams

  • [G] Grey Powder Coat / DAS8-70046
  • [K] Black Powder Coat / PBS9-70002
  • [N] Tractor Orange Powder Coat / PES9-20010
  • [R] Red Powder Coat / PRS8-70168
  • [T] Desert Tan Powder Coat / DHS4-60033
  • [W] White Powder Coat / PWS8-70022

We recommend using Dextron III or Chevron AW 32 non-foaming hydraulic fluid.

Owners manuals for Dexter axles are located at: https://www.dexteraxle.com/resources/manuals

Visit our Support section to download our trailer manuals.

You can find a complete offering of OEM and aftermarket parts by checking out our online store at parts.pjtrailers.com.

To find a local authorized PJ Trailer Parts dealers visit parts.pjtrailers.com/locations/.

A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) sticker is located on the front of your PJ Trailer and is 17 characters long.

Trailer Type Location
Bumper Pull Inside the Tongue
Bumper Pull Dump Driver Side of Dump Body
Gooseneck On the Riser by the Jack Handle

To find your nearest dealer go to our Dealer Finder.

Ford Trucks Model Availability

TRUCK GB GS GH GT ALGB ALGS GU GUA
Ford SW SB
Ford SW LB
Ford DW LB
Ford 60″ SW CC ✔*
Ford/Ram 60″ DW CC ✔*
Ford/Ram 84″ DW CC

 

Ford Trucks Outfitting Guide

Years Axle Type Length Width Cab-to-axle Runners
1998-2016 Single Wheel Short Wheel Base 84″ 84″ 40″ 38″
Single Wheel Long Wheel Base 8’6″ 84″ 56″ 38″
Dually 8’6″ 97″ 56″ 38″
2017-Present Single Wheel Short Wheel Base 84″ 84″ 40″ 42″
Single Wheel Long Wheel Base 8’6″ 84″ 58″ 42″
Dually 8’6″ 97″ 58″ 42″
All Model Years  Single Wheel Cab & Chassis 9’4″ 84″* 60″ 34″
Cab & Chassis (60″ C/A) 9’4″ 97″* 60″ 34″
Cab & Chassis (84″ C/A) 11’4″ 97″* 84″ 34″

*when ordering the SK model, use 94"

 

GM Trucks Model Availability

TRUCK GB GS GH GT ALGB ALGS GU GUA
GM SW SB
GM SW LB
GM DW LB
GM 60″ DW SD
GM 84″ DW SD
GM 60″ DW Med Duty SD
GM 84″ DW Med Duty SD
GM 60″ CC
GM 84″ CC

 

GM Trucks Outfitter Guide

Years AXLE TYPE LENGTH WIDTH CAB-TO-AXLE RUNNERS
2000-Present Single Wheel Short Wheel Base 84″ 84″ 42″ 42″
Single Wheel Long Wheel Base 8’6″ 84″ 56″ 42″
Dually 8’6″ 94″ 56″ 42″
Cab & Chassis (60″ C/A) 9’4″ 97″* 60″ 34″

*When ordering the SK model, use 94” width

 

Ram Trucks Model Availability

TRUCK GB GS GH GT ALGB ALGS GU GUA
Ram SW SB
Ram SW LB
Ram DW LB
Ram DW MEGA
Ford/Ram 60″ DW CC ✔*
Ford/Ram 84″ DW CC

 

Ram Trucks Outfitter Guide

YEARS AXLE TYPE LENGTH WIDTH CAB-TO-AXLE RUNNERS
2002-Earlier Single Wheel Short Wheel Base 84″ 84″ 40″ 38″
Single Wheel Long Wheel Base 8’6 84″ 56″ 38″
Dually 8’6 97″ 56″ 38″
2003-Present Single Wheel Short Wheel Base 84″ 84″ 38″ 42″
Single Wheel Long Wheel Base 8’6″ 84″ 58″ 42″
Dually 8’6″ 97″ 58″ 42″
Mega Cab Dually 84″ 97″ 38″ 42″
2007-Present Single Wheel Cab & Chassis 9’4″ 84″ 60″ 34″
Cab & Chassis (60″ C/A) 9’4″ 97″* 60″ 34″
Cab & Chassis (84″ C/A) 11’4″ 97″* 84″ 34″

*When ordering the SK model, use 94” width

Owners manuals for Dexter axles are located at: https://www.dexteraxle.com/resources/manuals

While the battery will receive a minimal charge when connected to your tow vehicle, we recommend using the integrated trickle battery charger. The charger is included inside the toolbox and is pre-wired to the battery. To fully charge your trailer battery, plug in a 110v extension cord to the outlet on the exterior of the toolbox.

We recommend using Dextron III or Chevron AW 32 non-foaming hydraulic fluid.

No, trailers must be purchased through a dealer. Go to our Dealer Finder to find the dealer closest to you.

PJ Trailers does not price trailers from our office. All trailer pricing is handled through PJ dealers

To find your nearest dealer go to our Dealer Finder.

The best way to get a price is to contact one of our 300+ independent dealers by using our dealer finder. Our dealers will be able to give you a quote on the trailer delivered to their location. You will also be able to see estimated current inventory levels for many of our dealers.

At PJ Trailers, we believe your dealer operating in your market can provide you the trailer you need at the most competitive price. And your PJ Trailers dealer will be there to provide the service, support and guidance you may need over the many years you will use your trailer. Our dealers provide a high-quality customer service experience that you cannot get when you buy factory direct.

  • Factory stores are no cheaper than independent dealers.

    When a trailer manufacturer owns a factory store they still have all the same overhead costs that an independent dealer would have. This includes buying or leasing a building with land, staffing, equipment, tools, insurance, & utilities. Factory stores with “factory direct pricing” is an illusion. They can actually be more expensive since they have to absorb more of these “fixed costs” on their one product line. Also, independent dealers are typically locally owned, keeping your money in your community!

  • Your delivered price drops when shipped in full loads.

    The most efficient way to ship open trailers are in bulk loads to one of our 250+ dealers through the US & Canada. These loads may have as few as 4 trailers and as many as 20 depending on their sizes. This means you only have to pay for a fraction of the delivery cost versus a single unit being shipped to you.

    Don’t waste your time & money by driving hundreds (or thousands) of miles to a factory when your trailer could have been delivered to your nearest dealer for a fraction of the price.

  • Over 300 locations with physical inventory on-hand.

    Our network of independent trailer dealers keep inventories of around 7,000-9,000 of trailers on hand ready to sell at over 300 locations throughout the US & Canada. Without this network of independent dealers, it would be practically impossible for a potential customer to physically see the trailer they are buying without driving to the factory.

  • Keep your money in your community.

    Many of our independent dealers are locally owned and staffed. Studies show that around 64% of what you spend with a local business is reinvested into the community. When you buy from a local dealer you are keeping your money in your area.

  • Service before the sale.

    Each customer has their own set of needs and expectations for how they plan on using their trailer. An independent dealer will be able to take the time to answer questions and help make sure the trailer you buy is what best fits your needs. There is no network of open trailer dealers more knowledgeable about our products and how they can help you than ours.

  • Service and support after the sale.

    Open trailers are notorious for being abused, overloaded, and often times neglected. When something goes wrong, the last place you want to be is hundreds or even thousands of miles away from the factory. Only a vast network of independent dealers, will have the expertise to service your trailer wherever you may be.

  • Factory store service is not as good.

    Your PJ Trailer dealer is typically an entrepreneur with roots in your community. They own their own business and they are only successful if you’re a happy and satisfied. And as business owners, they never turn out the lights and go home. They work for you and are committed to your satisfaction.

  • Buy what you want, not what someone wants you to buy.

    Independent dealers base their inventory selection on your needs. This makes sure the trailers they carry are what is needed in your area, giving you an excellent selection. Often times factory outlets are glorified holding grounds for trailers they have built too many of at the factory.

The tow vehicle Cargo Weight is the total combined weight of all cargo (electronics, car seats, aftermarket speakers, gas cans, supplies, equipment, etc.) inside the cab or in the bed of the tow vehicle. This may need to include fuel depending on the manufacturer’s specifications.

The trailer Cargo Weight is the total combined weight of all trailer cargo (equipment, vehicles, winches, strapping, supplies, etc.) on the trailer.

The Curb Weight is the total weight of your empty tow vehicle/trailer as it sits resting on the “curb”. This generally provided by the manufacture and does not include any additional loaded items, such as passengers, cargo, fuel, or accessories.

The Gross Axle Weight Rating is maximum total weight to be carried by a single axle. This weight rating must never be exceeded.

The Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) is the maximum allowable weight for the combination of your tow vehicle and trailer.

The Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is maximum total weight of the fully loaded trailer including cargo. This weight rating must never be exceeded.

Hitch or Tongue Weight is the total weight that the trailer’s tongue places at the coupling point or hitch of the tow vehicle. For safe towing, the recommended amount of tongue weight is 10% – 15% of your loaded trailer’s weight.

The Passenger Weight is the total combined weight of all passengers (People and/or Pets) you are traveling within the tow vehicle.

Payload Capacity is the maximum amount of weight you can safely add to a tow vehicle’s cargo area in addition to its curb weight.

You can find a complete offering of OEM and aftermarket parts by checking out our online store at parts.pjtrailers.com.

To find a local authorized PJ Trailer Parts dealers visit parts.pjtrailers.com/locations/.

Sherwin Williams

  • [G] Grey Powder Coat / DAS8-70046
  • [K] Black Powder Coat / PBS9-70002
  • [N] Tractor Orange Powder Coat / PES9-20010
  • [R] Red Powder Coat / PRS8-70168
  • [T] Desert Tan Powder Coat / DHS4-60033
  • [W] White Powder Coat / PWS8-70022

Visit our Support section to download our trailer manuals.

A replacement VIN sticker can be requested by filling out a VIN Request Form.

If your VIN sticker is missing or damaged, you can locate the last 7 digits of the VIN (Serial Number) stamped in the tongue or welded on the inside the frame. You can get a replacement sticker by filling out a VIN Request Form.

A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) sticker is located on the front of your PJ Trailer and is 17 characters long.

Trailer Type

Location

Bumper Pull

Inside the Tongue

Bumper Pull Dump

Driver Side of Dump Body

Gooseneck

On the Riser by the Jack Handle

Step 1.
Register your trailer via our online Warranty Registration form.

Step 2.
Complete the Warranty Request Form.

Step 3.
A customer service representative will contact you regarding the next steps.

All PJ Trailers come with a Three (3) Year Frame and One (1) Year Limited Warranty.

Please review the following document for the full PJ Trailers Warranty Policy.

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