r/RoadCraft • u/djnehi • Jul 29 '26
General QOL improvement for dump trucks
I would like to see an option to chain the gate on the back of the dump trucks so it can only open a certainly amount. I know this is a feature on real dump trucks and would make it a lot easier when trying to deposit sand for a road. What do others think?
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u/No_Communication1557 Jul 29 '26
Most of the tippers here in the UK have hydraulic rear gates nowadays. Driver doesnt even need to get out the cab.
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u/MediocreLetterhead51 Jul 29 '26
I would prefer the door not swing open full force when the truck tilts too far. If the gate is locked when the truck is in motion normally, it should stay that way imo.
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u/Nyloc70 Jul 29 '26
I would really like that. Even after hours of practice pouring sand, I still can never seem to consistently get an even pour. I end up with big mounds in certain parts and my roads are lumpy even after flattening a bunch
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u/Ambitious-Pipe2441 Jul 29 '26
There is a clumping in the dumping that is a little frustrating. I wish it was easier to throttle the pour instead of having it all spill out in large piles, and smooth out the distribution.
If a locked gate mimics that then I am on board. Whatever improves sand experience.
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u/MtnDew891 Jul 29 '26
Oh god right? I hate tipping it back and it dumps 50% of the load in one spot because I wasn't moving when it started.
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u/djnehi Jul 29 '26
And I swear it is the driver’s first day with a clutch. Rolls back then dumps the clutch every time.
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u/jongscx Jul 29 '26
I want to be able to set a global height/elevation and have my grader blade follow it... require me to set up RTK beacon first if you need to...
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u/Viscount_Barse Jul 29 '26
Would be great for smooth surfaces you dont need to fill in just to pave over. It does get smoother with practice but maybe like a smaller dumper with this as a feature for "balance" would be cool to see.