Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
After a full year of using this Southland dump trailer, I'm giving my honest verdict — every project, every haul, and everything I'd change.
Sponsored by Southland Trailers and Laurel
In this video I cover a year's worth of real use: hauling branches and yard debris, dump runs, top soil and gravel for landscaping, loading a Bobcat S650 skid steer and mini excavator, tearing off a deck and removing concrete for a home addition, cutting firewood, and more. I also break down the trailer specs, the mods I made, what I'd improve, and whether a dump trailer makes sense for a DIYer, property owner, or contractor.
Trailer specs:
7' wide x 14' long
3,740 lb empty weight
17,421 lb GVWR
Two 8,000 lb axles
12,000 lb rated scissor jack
Aluminum ramps (~35 lbs)
Built-in tarp, solar charging, D-ring tie-downs, lower sidewall option
Links mentioned:
Southland 7x14x16K Dump trailer: southlandtrailers.com/listings/commercial-sl-series-sl280-14-ft-tag
Find your local Southland Trailer Dealership: southlandtrailers.com/where-to-buy
Laurel Trading Post Dealership in Montana:
laureltradingpost.com/all-inventory/dump-trailers
DIY Pete Playhouse Build Project: youtube.com/watch?v=2c-VppZDKAE
DIY Pete in-ground trampoline Project: youtube.com/watch?v=RySCkIW8Jik
DIY Pete Airbag install video for F150 and other vehicles: youtube.com/watch?v=X9g9FtwCGzA
Thanks to Southland Trailers and Laurel Trading Post for providing the trailer and supporting this video. Southland Trailers is a family-owned company based in Lethbridge, Canada, selling through dealerships across the US and Canada.
This video includes paid promotion for Southland Trailers.
Let me know in the comments if you have a dump trailer, what you use it for, or any questions about picking the right one.
Would you like to get in touch with us? Please send all emails to
diypete@influint.co
Connect on social:
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Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Mail can be sent to our mailing address below:
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1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
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After a full year of using this Southland dump trailer, I'm giving my honest verdict — every project, every haul, and everything I'd change.
Sponsored by Southland Trailers and Laurel
In this video I cover a year's worth of real use: hauling branches and yard debris, dump runs, top soil and gravel for landscaping, loading a Bobcat S650 skid steer and mini excavator, tearing off a deck and removing concrete for a home addition, cutting firewood, and more. I also break down the trailer specs, the mods I made, what I'd improve, and whether a dump trailer makes sense for a DIYer, property owner, or contractor.
Trailer specs:
7' wide x 14' long
3,740 lb empty weight
17,421 lb GVWR
Two 8,000 lb axles
12,000 lb rated scissor jack
Aluminum ramps (~35 lbs)
Built-in tarp, solar charging, D-ring tie-downs, lower sidewall option
Links mentioned:
Southland 7x14x16K Dump trailer: southlandtrailers.com/listings/commercial-sl-series-sl280-14-ft-tag
Find your local Southland Trailer Dealership: southlandtrailers.com/where-to-buy
Laurel Trading Post Dealership in Montana:
laureltradingpost.com/all-inventory/dump-trailers
DIY Pete Playhouse Build Project: youtube.com/watch?v=2c-VppZDKAE
DIY Pete in-ground trampoline Project: youtube.com/watch?v=RySCkIW8Jik
DIY Pete Airbag install video for F150 and other vehicles: youtube.com/watch?v=X9g9FtwCGzA
Thanks to Southland Trailers and Laurel Trading Post for providing the trailer and supporting this video. Southland Trailers is a family-owned company based in Lethbridge, Canada, selling through dealerships across the US and Canada.
This video includes paid promotion for Southland Trailers.
Let me know in the comments if you have a dump trailer, what you use it for, or any questions about picking the right one.
Would you like to get in touch with us? Please send all emails to
diypete@influint.co
Connect on social:
Instagram: instagram.com/diypete
Facebook: facebook.com/DiyProjectsWithPete
Mail can be sent to our mailing address below:
DIYPETE.com
1627 W Main Street Suite 182
Bozeman, Montana 59715
All music used in this video is licensed through:
Artlist.io - If you are a creator, I'd highly recommend their bank of music.
