Tandem Release

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  1. Ikamob01

    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    Can you convert the Tandem release handle to the button? If so, how much do you think it might cost? "assuming the trailer is an air ride".


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    Convert to

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    I'm sure it could be done... But probably cost more than its worth. But thats just me.
     
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    truckdriver31 Road Train Member

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    whats wrong with using the handle
     
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    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    seen some doing it today. lesser headache.
     
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    truckdriver31 Road Train Member

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    and why run tandems that far up anyway
     
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    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    4get about how high it goes. just an example. pay attention to the release method.
     
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    truckdriver31 Road Train Member

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    i use handles and spring ride everyday. if you got a sticky or hard handle. get it fixed or replace the whole replace whole set
     
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    Ikamob01 Medium Load Member

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    How much it cost to replace the whole set?
     
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    truckdriver31 Road Train Member

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    i have no idea. i just know companies do that sometimes.
     
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    I like the handles better for air release. If your like us and haul light you hardly ever have to move the tandems. Those buttons like to get all the road grime in em and they freeze up if you forget to lube it or pull the button out every now and then .
     
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