does anyone have a truckcraft steel dump insert?is it the best one as far as quality for the money?i want to put it on my 95 chevy k2500.any added suspension needed?my dealer tells me it will cost $3200 with cab protector,side boards,roll out tarp,and installation.sound about right?any pics available?thanks for all the info!
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does anyone have a truckcraft steel dump insert?is it the best one as far as quality for the money?i want to put it on my 95 chevy k2500.any added suspension needed?my dealer tells me it will cost $3200 with cab protector,side boards,roll out tarp,and installation.sound about right?any pics available?thanks for all the info!
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EZ dumper lifts more son 6000lbs at 51 degree dump angle 1999.95 for the dumper 2195.99 for the dumper and cab protector
i would get timbren load boosters for the rear they really helped my little f250 LD
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i would get timbren load boosters for the rear they really helped my little f250 LD
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http://www.maxidump.com/dumpbodies.html
From what I have seen, I would look hard at the Maxidump line. The offer models with two hydro rams to lift up to 10,000 lb's. I believe they have as thick of walls, sides and beds as any other insert, and will likely surpass the others. I saw a comparison list that the manufacturer sent me comparing the maxi to an ez dump, and well.....there was no comparison.
I don't know alot about the truckcraft, but would think the aluminum would be the way to go for me.
Have fun
Jay
From what I have seen, I would look hard at the Maxidump line. The offer models with two hydro rams to lift up to 10,000 lb's. I believe they have as thick of walls, sides and beds as any other insert, and will likely surpass the others. I saw a comparison list that the manufacturer sent me comparing the maxi to an ez dump, and well.....there was no comparison.
I don't know alot about the truckcraft, but would think the aluminum would be the way to go for me.
Have fun
Jay
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Here is a quote from this post.
"I have a Truck Craft Aluminum/Stainless dumper weighs 400lbs. and has a payload of 5,000-6,000lbs site says 5,000 but unit says 6,000 on it. I have had 3 ton in it before no problem but try not to over do it. It is pricey but near maintenance free and saves on fuel because I put on 150 miles or so a day!"
"I have a Truck Craft Aluminum/Stainless dumper weighs 400lbs. and has a payload of 5,000-6,000lbs site says 5,000 but unit says 6,000 on it. I have had 3 ton in it before no problem but try not to over do it. It is pricey but near maintenance free and saves on fuel because I put on 150 miles or so a day!"
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It's True! It's True!
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really an advantage of aluminum over steel?
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I know of a guy selling is Dodge Ram 1500 which has a easy dumper in it. $9,000.00 for whole thing.
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Here's my two cents:
I have an ez-dumper and I have had no experience with truckcraft, so my opinion may be a little biased.
First thing, about suspension. You shouldn't need to upgrade anything, but you could add timbrens, airsprings, another leaf, or overload springs. I have the same truck as you do. I personally have overload springs on my truck. I think they are a better alternative to adding leafs or helper springs because they don't kick in until a load is applied, so the ride is not harmed. I think airsprings would be the best way to go, but they are a expensive.
Now, for the dumper.
I think you'll be fine with whatever dump insert you decide on. But, here are some things to consider.
I think that the stainless/aluminum truckcraft is a great insert, but I can probably wear out one insert and buy a new one and it will still cost less than a stainless/alum dump. (I know you are looking at the steel unit, I am just telling you how I feel about the stainless ones.
My 9 year old steel ez-dumper is starting to get some rust, but as I stated before, I could probably replace it and it would still cost less than a stainless.
As far as load capacity, you shouldn't need more than 3 ton lift capacity. Most trucks don't have a payload of much over 5000 pounds. I can only put about 3,000 lbs in mine if you factor in dumper weight.
I guess i've rambled on long enough. Here is a pic of mine.
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I have an ez-dumper and I have had no experience with truckcraft, so my opinion may be a little biased.
First thing, about suspension. You shouldn't need to upgrade anything, but you could add timbrens, airsprings, another leaf, or overload springs. I have the same truck as you do. I personally have overload springs on my truck. I think they are a better alternative to adding leafs or helper springs because they don't kick in until a load is applied, so the ride is not harmed. I think airsprings would be the best way to go, but they are a expensive.
Now, for the dumper.
I think you'll be fine with whatever dump insert you decide on. But, here are some things to consider.
I think that the stainless/aluminum truckcraft is a great insert, but I can probably wear out one insert and buy a new one and it will still cost less than a stainless/alum dump. (I know you are looking at the steel unit, I am just telling you how I feel about the stainless ones.
My 9 year old steel ez-dumper is starting to get some rust, but as I stated before, I could probably replace it and it would still cost less than a stainless.
As far as load capacity, you shouldn't need more than 3 ton lift capacity. Most trucks don't have a payload of much over 5000 pounds. I can only put about 3,000 lbs in mine if you factor in dumper weight.
I guess i've rambled on long enough. Here is a pic of mine.
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Yup,
Put 3 guys in the cab and with just the dumper EMPTY, its overloaded.
The TruckCraft has a much lower bed Height - only 3-1/4" above pickup bed.
The lower the better.
Also the TruckCraft has an 18 second lift time vs. 30 seconds.
Also, its half the weight, looks great, and won't rust!
I'm saving up for one right now!
Put 3 guys in the cab and with just the dumper EMPTY, its overloaded.
The TruckCraft has a much lower bed Height - only 3-1/4" above pickup bed.
The lower the better.
Also the TruckCraft has an 18 second lift time vs. 30 seconds.
Also, its half the weight, looks great, and won't rust!
I'm saving up for one right now!
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5 years with ez dumper neaver had a single problem with it just put a coat of paint on it every year and you will love it.
A couple things to consider first. A pick up truck can only carry so much. So the point about it being able to lift up to 10K lbs, is kind of moot.
And if you look at the specs, it weighs 960lbs !. Thats almost 300lbs more then an EZ Dump, and double the weight of the aluminum Truckcraft. This significantly reduces the payload you can haul.
Just something to think about before before making a purchase.
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Your right about the limitations of a pickup truck. Really if we are talking what is legal for a pickup to carry, and assumeing it will be hauling some guys, and a trailer... a dump insert will allow you to carry a sack of groceries legally. From that point of view, an insert is pretty worthless.
Can a work truck actually carry more then it is rated for, yes, each individual has to determine the risks and rewards in going above it's rated weight.
On the quality of the Maxi-dumps: It does offer an option with twin cylinders, and greater lift capability. I would rather have more power then less if the cost is not much more, and in this case it is not much of a difference in price. The weight of the unit is greater, and that because it is better constructed. The bed is thicker in all points, thus it is not as likely to bend, or rust through as I have seen many ez dumps do in a short amount of time. It also comes with a headache rack standered, thus adding weight to the unit, but a nice option to have I think. The ez-dump weighs 820 lb's without a headache rack, so at most the difference in weight between the ez-dump, and maxi-dump is only 100lbs.
For me, if I was going to go with steel insert, I would opt for the better constructed unit with overkill hydro's that will last longer then any of the competitors due to thicker steel throughout even if it is 100lb's more. To each his own.
Jay
Your right about the limitations of a pickup truck. Really if we are talking what is legal for a pickup to carry, and assumeing it will be hauling some guys, and a trailer... a dump insert will allow you to carry a sack of groceries legally. From that point of view, an insert is pretty worthless.
Can a work truck actually carry more then it is rated for, yes, each individual has to determine the risks and rewards in going above it's rated weight.
On the quality of the Maxi-dumps: It does offer an option with twin cylinders, and greater lift capability. I would rather have more power then less if the cost is not much more, and in this case it is not much of a difference in price. The weight of the unit is greater, and that because it is better constructed. The bed is thicker in all points, thus it is not as likely to bend, or rust through as I have seen many ez dumps do in a short amount of time. It also comes with a headache rack standered, thus adding weight to the unit, but a nice option to have I think. The ez-dump weighs 820 lb's without a headache rack, so at most the difference in weight between the ez-dump, and maxi-dump is only 100lbs.
For me, if I was going to go with steel insert, I would opt for the better constructed unit with overkill hydro's that will last longer then any of the competitors due to thicker steel throughout even if it is 100lb's more. To each his own.
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well i have a truck craft and never had good dealer support.my controler fried and they said i couldn't fix or replace just the controler.i had to by the new style and that cost a $$$$$.i ended up going to RI to buy a EZ dumper it was well worth the hour and a half trip.i have a half ton truck with timbrens and it works great.i have a leaf box on it now and i carry alot of weight.so much weight that the pump motor strains alittle.as far as rust you just touch up the rust spots every year no big deal.everything rusts over time. the SS one im sure will get rusted bolts and what not.just keep it clean like the rest of your rig and it will last many years to come. EZ dumper also sells used units.i saw one at the dealer in RI that was 12 years old.now she had rust in the bed but that didn't stop anyone from buying it.pump ran great and everything.the dealer said he can't hold on to the used units to long people crab them up quick.
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Gogetter I have the Maxidump and I had it in a dually 1 ton, your right the truck can't carry 10,000 pds but it sure is nice not having to shovel part of a load out to get it to dump, which I have seen happen on othet makes. Also it is made alot heavier so when you drop a bucket full of rocks in it, its not all dented up. I had it 5 yrs. and touched up the paint a couple of times[ krylon touch] but have not had a "rust" problem. I had the ez dumper before this one and I like the maxi alot more JMO
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Mac,
I am looking to put an insert in a F-350 dually. Seeing how you have had one how much do you think that will carry in payload? Not talking about GVWR, of legal just what can it carry and still raise the load.
I want this for salting mostly but I can see using it for grass work in the summer, like mulch, top soil, sod, clean ups and so on.
The entire reason for going to the F-350 dually is the increase weight load and GVWR from 9,000 in my 2500HD to 12,000. 1.5tons in salt can make a few bucks.
Thanks, Ron
I am looking to put an insert in a F-350 dually. Seeing how you have had one how much do you think that will carry in payload? Not talking about GVWR, of legal just what can it carry and still raise the load.
I want this for salting mostly but I can see using it for grass work in the summer, like mulch, top soil, sod, clean ups and so on.
The entire reason for going to the F-350 dually is the increase weight load and GVWR from 9,000 in my 2500HD to 12,000. 1.5tons in salt can make a few bucks.
Thanks, Ron
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