What's the Difference Between Gooseneck and Bumper Trailers?

A bumper trailer

A gooseneck trailer

Gooseneck and bumper trailers often have a lot of similarities; however, they are essentially two different trailer models.

You may already be familiar with bumper trailers since they are commonly used for hauling. Anything from landscaping equipment to furniture to personal items can be hauled with a small, simple bumper trailer. Larger bumper trailers like 8.5x20 enclosed trailers can be used to haul bigger equipment, vehicles, or just about anything else.

The gooseneck can handle those things as well, but the way the trailer is pulled is slightly different, due to its unique hitch placement.

Starting a Restroom or Shower Trailer Business

If you’re mulling over the possibility of starting a restroom or shower trailer business, there are some things you need to know before opening up shop.

According to StartUpBizHub, you need to have a good grasp of the sort of equipment needed to operate in this space whether it involves the trailer, the receptacles, the soap, the sink, and the water tanks -- and at Trailer Showroom we have everything you need to get off of the ground.

We’ll leave it up to you to research any specific regulations about operating in your state, but you can count on us to provide you with the equipment you need to take your business from concept to reality.

At Trailer Showroom, we offer a wide range of enclosed trailers that are customized to meet your specific needs. Whether you need a single axle or a tandem axle, we have you covered, and we offer various sizes and styles as well.

Read on for a look at our options for restroom or shower trailers:

Century I Restroom Trailer

The Century I Restroom Trailer includes, among other things, a formica countertop with stainless steel sink, self-closing faucet, soap dispenser, mirror, ceramic China pedal flush toilet, auto flush ceramic China urinal, toilet paper holder, waste basket, occupancy lighting, air conditioner and fresh water hookup. The box wide is 72", the overall width is 94", the overall length is 144", and the interior height is 81".

Featured Product - The Renegade Series

Not for the faint of heart, our Renegade Series of fifth-wheel trailers is ideal for transporting your favorite toys from Point A to Point B and safely back home again. This model truly represents the Gold Standard when it comes to car haulers. Measuring a whopping 8.5-wide X 50-feet long with an interior height of 84 inches (7 ft), it is certainly spacious. There are also over 400 custom options to choose from, including colors, lighting, three different electrical packages as well as interior cabinetry.

Trailer Check-up - Make Sure Your Trailer is Ready for Summer Travel

Whether you have a cargo, motorcycle, car, utility, horse, equipment, or restroom trailer, proper maintenance and upkeep is needed to ensure that it performs reliably year after year. At TrailerShowroom, we have a wide variety of trailers to meet your needs, and we want to help you protect your investment by providing you with a checklist of sorts keep your trailer on the road and out of the repair shop.

Brakes

The brakes are obviously a critical component, and you want to have them serviced on regular intervals. If you have a disc brake setup, the drums, shoes, and related hardware need to be looked at; the rotors need to be changed if they are damaged; and the pads should be replaced if excessively worn. If you have a drum and disc brake hydraulic setup, you need to look at the wheel cylinders, master cylinder, and brake lines to see if there are any fluid leaks. It's also important to check for any rust. If you have an electric brake setup, you need to check the wiring, magnets, electrical connectors, and battery. You should also ensure that the emergency battery is charged completely and properly mounted.

Bearings

The bearings are also very important, so you want to disassemble them, clean them out, inspect them for damage, and repack them with fresh grease. Failing to service the bearings at least once a year could cause them to implode without notice, which would potentially be disastrous.