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loud noise coming from trailer like dragging chains

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by lhuckbody, Jul 12, 2017.

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  1. Jul 12, 2017 #1
    lhuckbody

    lhuckbody Bobtail Member

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    I am having a noise come from my trailer.. like I'm dragging chains. 53' step deck with tag axle. Any ideas of what it could be? I've checked the barrings and adjusted my brakes already..
     
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  3. Jul 12, 2017 #2
    x1Heavy

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    Do your tires show damage? specifically the tread.
     
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  4. Jul 12, 2017 #3
    Gunner75

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    I hear the same thing coming from mine as well, I've crawled under it and can not figure out where the noise is coming from. I can only think that I'm heading my winches or strap anchors rattling
     
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  5. Jul 12, 2017 #4
    lhuckbody

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    It's a triple axle and 2 tires are starting to cup but on 2 separate axles though, but other than that no.
     
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  7. Jul 12, 2017 #5
    STexan

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    What type floor is it and is it possible some "boards" are not screwed down good, and rubbing?

    Does it make the same noise loaded AND empty?
     
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  8. Jul 12, 2017 #6
    STexan

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    Is the lift axle bouncing up and down excessively when lifted? (Does it still make the noise when it's down?)

    But seems like you hear it clear enough that the noise may be closer to the front? You sure it's the trailer?
     
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  9. Jul 12, 2017 #7
    STexan

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    Have you jacked up the axles and turned the wheels by hand?
     
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  10. Jul 12, 2017 #8
    lhuckbody

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    Not yet.. headed to Kansas from MN and it just started happening. I've walked next to it going slow and no noise until I'm on the freeway
     
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  11. Jul 12, 2017 #9
    CrappieJunkie

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    Are you dragging chains?
     
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  12. Jul 12, 2017 #10
    lhuckbody

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    Lol.. nope checked that too.. haha
    I have almost 20 years experience and haven't ever heard this before.
     
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