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In need of advice from veteran reefer O/O's

Discussion in 'Trucks [ Eighteen Wheelers ]' started by Roadhound, Sep 25, 2009.

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  1. Sep 25, 2009 #1
    Roadhound

    Roadhound Light Load Member

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    I'm in the market for a new reefer trailer. The one I have is a 48' Great Dane stainless spread, and it's still a great trailer, but it's a little on the heavy side. I would like to stay with a spread axle, but I am looking into a 51' spread. I don't really want a 53', but I thought I would ask what you guys thought. I know the customers I have now that say they need a 53' will load a 51', no problem. All input is welcome and appreciated!
     
    Roadhound, Sep 25, 2009
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  3. Sep 26, 2009 #2
    Apd

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    I hear alot of guys like 50' spreads
     
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  4. Sep 26, 2009 #3
    Winchester Magnum

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    Mine's a 48 and I generaly have no trouble, since reefer freight is typicaly heavyer than dry goods. I've also loaded "53 footer" type loads - 28 skids, but they're all sideways. I think if I were to order a new spread axle reefer, I'd too go with a 50 1/2 ft, or a 51'. A new 51' Dane spread WILL weigh considerably less than your older stainless spread. You probably have the thicker guage SS than what the factory installs these days. A new '09 trailer with SS sides will weigh only like 400-500 pounds more than the white sided ones. However that SS will run about $7000 more than a white sided one. At least that's what it was last winter when metal prices were up there. Maybe today the SS is a little cheaper tho.

    I think you can build a new spread axle Dane, white sided w/SS front and doors, alum wheels, ect, for about $48,000 - $50,000, not counting the unit.

    I also agree a 53' spread just looks queer.
     
    Winchester Magnum, Sep 26, 2009
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  5. Sep 26, 2009 #4
    Luis

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    Right even when they put fenders on them to make them look good it just makes you want to spit on them.
     
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  7. Sep 26, 2009 #5
    MedicineMan

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    how much you want for your 48?
     
    MedicineMan, Sep 26, 2009
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  8. Sep 28, 2009 #6
    Roadhound

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    The biggest reason for even going with a 51' is that one of my customers have jumped on the "we have to have a 53'" band wagon. I too have loaded 53' freight there, but they don't want the guys on the loading dock to have to work extra (poor babies)! I have received some specs and Winchester, you're right. That trailer spec'ed like I want it is about 2000 lbs lighter than what I have now, so that's the route I think I'm gonna go. As for selling my reefer, I'm asking $25,000.
     
    Roadhound, Sep 28, 2009
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  9. Oct 16, 2009 #7
    Gears

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    C'mon fellas.... a 53 spread aint THAT bad!

    [​IMG]
     
    Gears, Oct 16, 2009
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  10. Oct 16, 2009 #8
    outerspacehillbilly

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    Yes it is gears! :biggrin_2552: :biggrin_25522:
     
    outerspacehillbilly, Oct 16, 2009
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  11. Oct 16, 2009 #9
    Gears

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    OK...OK....I get it...

    You guys are just jealous because it's so darn unique!!:biggrin_2559:
     
    Gears, Oct 16, 2009
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  12. Oct 17, 2009 #10
    Gears

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    Let me ask a serious question here.... about loading this pig or any spread axle.

    What do you suggest a guy tell a shipper not familiar with loading spread axle trailers? I've been looking and looking and can't find anything regarding the best loading configuration for a spread axle trailer.

    Any and all suggestions would be much appreciated!
     
    Gears, Oct 17, 2009
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