PJ Trailers FAQ
Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions for PJ Trailers.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Request Form.
Step 3.
A customer service representative will contact you regarding the next steps.
A replacement VIN sticker can be requested by filling out a VIN Request Form.
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).
PJ Trailers has developed an interactive towing calculator that allows you to input the various weight ratings for both your tow vehicle and trailer to provide safe guidance for hauling.
- [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
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.
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 |
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.
VIN Number Key
YearIdentifier Codes
T = 1996, V = 1997, W = 1998, X = 1999, Y = 2000
1 = 2001, 2 = 2002, 3 = 2003, 4 = 2004, 5 = 2005, 6 = 2006, 7 = 2007, 8 = 2008, 9 = 2009
A = 2010, B = 2011, C = 2012, D = 2013, E = 2014, F = 2015, G = 2016, H = 2017, J = 2018, K = 2019, L = 2020, M = 2021
To find your nearest dealer go to our Dealer Finder.