tkobes43 Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 Well guys i put my "Big Boy Panties" on and went for it. I took the backhoe from my new house and brought it to my old house to clean her up before we bring her back to Hertz! man that thing sure was f***ing heavy! But the truck pulled it like a champ. Worked a tad harder up hills. Engine temp reached 225 then the fan kicked on and brought her back down! Truck sounds great under a heavy load! I had a blast pulling it. Granted it was a 25 minute haul. But still it was fun. The trailer wasnt to happy at all. But it did its job!heres the pics when we got to my old house.Hopefully ill make a video when we bring it back down to Fairfield, NJ!Trailers on eBay... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/2008-40ft-Gooseneck-Flatbed-Trailer-Air-Ride-Suspension-/170917331630?forcev4exp=true#ht_500wt_1182Thanks GuysTom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted September 30, 2012 Share Posted September 30, 2012 Don't see any reason why that truck shouldn't have been able to handle that trailer & that load....looks good up on there, though. Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139776 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted September 30, 2012 Author Share Posted September 30, 2012 Don't see any reason why that truck shouldn't have been able to handle that trailer & that load....looks good up on there, though. Trailer didnt really like it. Truck didnt mind at all. Just went easy on it. First "Big" haul with the trailer. Was a tad top heavy. But think im gonna sell the gooseneck and get a step deck. Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139777 Share on other sites More sharing options...
b61mack Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Well guys i put my "Big Boy Panties" on and went for it. I took the backhoe from my new house and brought it to my old house to clean her up before we bring her back to Hertz! man that thing sure was f***ing heavy! But the truck pulled it like a champ. Worked a tad harder up hills. Engine temp reached 225 then the fan kicked on and brought her back down! Truck sounds great under a heavy load! I had a blast pulling it. Granted it was a 25 minute haul. But still it was fun. The trailer wasnt to happy at all. But it did its job!heres the pics when we got to my old house.Hopefully ill make a video when we bring it back down to Fairfield, NJ!Thanks GuysTom Tom thats a nice looking International,glad everything went alright. two weeks ago i hooked up the old B61 to a lowboy and went to Mount Gilead, Ohio ( 240 miles one way) and picked up an 850 Case dozer with a backhoe, nice ride for the old dog, did a good job. Ron Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139778 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Thanks Ron! I appreciate it! Did you grab any pics of the B61 working? Id love to see it!!!Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139780 Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoClueJoe66 Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 I woulda loved to have that International when i hauled campers. Perfect for pullin a wedge Quote This message was brought to you by Hargraves Potted Meat Product. Chopped full of "Peckers & Lips" since 1933 - John Boy & Billy Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139810 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 looked good. Glad it went good. don't those big boy undies feel better then under roos lol J/K 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139813 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Yea alot better! Had a blast too! Hopefully the trailer sells and i can get my step deck ive had an eye on for awhile! Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139815 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 I dont know if any of you have facebook. But if you do please like my page! https://www.facebook.com/KoberTrucking?ref=tn_tnmnTom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139816 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Looks good. Is there a weight rating on your ramps? If not you might consider a wood block or some other support in the middle just for some added safety. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139820 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Looks good. Is there a weight rating on your ramps? If not you might consider a wood block or some other support in the middle just for some added safety.lol funny you say that. I actually bent them loading it on the trailer. I also noticed some floor boards i thought was solid was actually rotted! Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139823 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike69mackman Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Tom I used to deliver to the John Deere equipment shop in Fairfield . What's your Facebook address? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139825 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 https://www.facebook...ing?ref=tn_tnmnWe rented this piece of equipment from Hertz Equipment rental in Fairfield! I must say, Ive driven CAT backhoes before, but this John Deere WAY better then the CAT. I see a HUGE power advantage, much more comfortable to operate, really like the controls, Looks better then the CAT, and i think burns less fuel. In 1 week and 35 hours of use we used 1 and a half tanks. I don't think thats bad at all. Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139830 Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTFormula Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Tom, nice neighborhood you have there! When you get the new trailer. I might be able to send you some loads. Quote ~ JT Burkard ~ AKA Sweaty Mackwww.jtresto.com www.wickedreputation.netwww.jonathanthomasmotorcars.com Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139865 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Tom, nice neighborhood you have there! When you get the new trailer. I might be able to send you some loads.Thanks JT! Yea this trailer is great for more of a pick-up truck application. In the trucking world id beat the piss out of it if i kept it. More things would go wrong then having a heavier duty step deck w/ air brakes. I will keep you updated on the new trailer!!! Thanks a lot that would be great!!!Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139877 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Thanks JT! Yea this trailer is great for more of a pick-up truck application. In the trucking world id beat the piss out of it if i kept it. More things would go wrong then having a heavier duty step deck w/ air brakes. I will keep you updated on the new trailer!!! Thanks a lot that would be great!!!TomAdded you to my fb page Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139880 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Got the message this morning! Thanks!!!Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139881 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fxfymn Posted October 1, 2012 Share Posted October 1, 2012 Don't know what you generally use the trailer for, but one of the smaller Landoll trailers would be sweet with that tractor. They turn up at a decent price every great once in a while. Like a dumbass I recently passed on one pulled by a 99 GMC for $14k. Quote Money, sex, and fire; everybody thinks everyone else is getting more than they are! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139883 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Don't know what you generally use the trailer for, but one of the smaller Landoll trailers would be sweet with that tractor. They turn up at a decent price every great once in a while. Like a dumbass I recently passed on one pulled by a 99 GMC for $14k.Ive been eyeing out a few landolls, but dont you need a wet kit to operate it? Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 1, 2012 Author Share Posted October 1, 2012 Got a video for you guys!!! Just putting it all together in Imovie, and uploading it to youtube!!! Should be up in a few hours. But if not tonight then tomorrow am. Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139928 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Ive been eyeing out a few landolls, but dont you need a wet kit to operate it?TomIdeally a wet kit is preferable. But you can do it with a pony motor and I think they need a 30 gal hydraulic tank. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139943 Share on other sites More sharing options...
RowdyRebel Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Facebook doesn't like me. I've tried setting up an account several times.....keep getting this message: Quote When approaching a 4-way stop, the vehicle with the biggest tires has the right of way! Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139945 Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 lol funny you say that. I actually bent them loading it on the trailer. I also noticed some floor boards i thought was solid was actually rotted!TomAnother thing to keep in mind with this set up is you only have a parking brake on your drive axle. If you park on a hill to load or unload, when the machine is at the rear of the trailer, you will be taking weight off the drive axle. That's a recipe for disaster. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139946 Share on other sites More sharing options...
slpwlker Posted October 2, 2012 Share Posted October 2, 2012 Another thing to keep in mind with this set up is you only have a parking brake on your drive axle. If you park on a hill to load or unload, when the machine is at the rear of the trailer, you will be taking weight off the drive axle. That's a recipe for disaster.Definatley where a traveling axle landoll comes in handy. Also you never really get stuck anywhere you can usually push yourself out. (usually) Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139949 Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkobes43 Posted October 2, 2012 Author Share Posted October 2, 2012 Video is uploading to youtube!!!! Its going to take 7 hours it says as it is a 23 minute video! But its awesome!!!!Tom Quote "Nothing Breaks Wind Like A Bulldog" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/27580-i-did-it-gooseneck-with-310j-backhoe-pics/#findComment-139975 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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