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Flatbed gear

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by CbarM, Apr 2, 2013.

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  1. Apr 2, 2013 #1
    CbarM

    CbarM Heavy Load Member

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    Hey guys, I will be getting into independantly flatbeding this summer n I am curious what you all would recommend I start lookin for. I am wanting to have a 53' stepdeck and will be hauling a mixed bag of everything so I want to be prepared to tie anything down....suggestions?
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2013 #2
    cootr68

    cootr68 Light Load Member

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    I'm sure its been covered before. Put it in the search box see what comes up. Also try it in the classifieds see what guys have for sale it will give you a good idea.
     
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  4. Apr 2, 2013 #3
    MJ1657

    MJ1657 Road Train Member

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    Wideload has an add in the classifieds with a whole set up.
     
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  5. Apr 2, 2013 #4
    carrkool

    carrkool Heavy Load Member

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    min 10 chains and binders 12 straps 8 ft drop tarps 4 ft drops 100 bungiees 6 4 in racthet straps...thats just a quicky i just woke up so i am sure i am missing something. I keep 15 chains 20 binders 15 straps 12 rachet straps
     
    carrkool, Apr 2, 2013
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    botoler Thanks this.
  7. Apr 2, 2013 #5
    Old Man

    Old Man Road Train Member

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    Padding for tarps, some 2 inch straps, rope, v-boards, edge protectors,bridge for step,.....
     
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  8. Apr 2, 2013 #6
    Raezzor

    Raezzor Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?

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    Don't forget a winch bar, hard hat, safety glasses, fluorescent vest, and a few sets of gloves.
     
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  9. Apr 2, 2013 #7
    dirtyrabbit

    dirtyrabbit Medium Load Member

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    Amazed at all these guys lately hollering on the CB trying to sell flat bed equipment. Last three nights, and the guy in Breezewood last night had everything you needed. Binders and chains went fast.
     
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  10. Apr 2, 2013 #8
    Blind Driver

    Blind Driver Road Train Member

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    My boss hired a guy and guess what he did first at the closest truck stop?
     
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  11. Apr 2, 2013 #9
    passingthru69

    passingthru69 Road Train Member

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    park and go to bed?

    Oh fire sale
     
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  12. Apr 2, 2013 #10
    MJ1657

    MJ1657 Road Train Member

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    How in the hell did he think he was going to get away with that?
     
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