5th wheel trailers and chains

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  1. wedge542

    wedge542 Light Load Member

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    Are safty chains required on our hotshot trailers 5th wheel type?
     
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  3. flatbedcarrier

    flatbedcarrier Medium Load Member

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    Not when you have a fifth wheel. They're only required with ball couplers.
     
  4. wedge542

    wedge542 Light Load Member

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    good deal, thanks flatbed
     
  5. flatbedcarrier

    flatbedcarrier Medium Load Member

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    No problem, Glad I could help.
     
  6. SHO-TYME

    SHO-TYME Road Train Member

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    They're not required, but if you have them, they're not a bad idea.
     
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