Hi
I hope y’all doing well on the road, I’ve been driving for 3 years, pulling reefer and dry van trailers, this week I’ve decided to try stepdeck trailer, I’ve read many threads on the forum, I still need some advice from experienced open deck drivers.
I also have couple questions that got me thinking.
I’m an O/O. I’ve seen a lot of videos on YouTube about load securement but still all suggestions welcome.
1) Do I need headrack if my stepdeck trailer doesn’t have headache rack?
2) I’m going to buy flatbed equipment sets, do you have anything specific you can suggest me? Where can I buy those equipments with good deal? Any shops that you know in chicago area. ( I know where to buy I just wanna know if you know cheaper way to buy it)
Thank you!
New to stepdeck I need some advice
Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by strongtrucker, Mar 30, 2023.
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Green regulation book has cargo securement chapter.
When I started, I always watched others load and I would ask people loading. I still do.
A headache rack is not required per regulation. Some shippers require them.
Securement. You could carry a ton of equipment and still not have what you need. Depends what you haul.
Online stores are a good source. Chain is cheaper at box stores.
Look at classified ads on this website. Facebook marketplace. Truck stops around Gary have everything you need.
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.. i can sell you headrack with chain hangers almost new ... Sitting on my yard for over 2 years
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I would get an enclosed cab rack. Yes it’s $3500 or so but you’ll regret buying a cheaper one first.
What to buy depends on freight you haul. I do load board freight and I have never missed a load because I didn’t have what I needed. Look around for prices. Tri city canvas has dunnage for $20 that’s oak. I believe mytee had the USA binders with free shipping. I got chains locally USA made also for $72 each. Below covers almost everything besides tarps.
10 coil racks
10 8’ beveled dunnage 4x4
10 rubber conveyor belts
12 chains 3/8x20’
12 binders
40 edge protectors 12”x12”
Crap load of tarp protection padding
1 box 21” bungee
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I have similar list that you have, only difference chain types, I was planning to buy 5/16 chains since trailer pocket holds around 5500 lbs if I’m not mistaken, therefore 3/8 chains would be pointless for me. What do you think am I mistaken about this? -
I would say you’re fine with 5/16 but I still prefer 3/8. However I would strongly recommend getting USA chain.Attached Files:
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I’d also add a peerless snap binder as there’s a hole for a padlock and you can use it to lock your tarps to your deck. Harder to get them stolen then a strap anyone can cut.m since you don’t have a lot of storage boxes.
If money is tight I would just get like 8 dunnage, 8 coil racks, and 10 chains instead of 12. It’s very rare you need 12. Like 2 times a year rare for me anyway.Last edited: Mar 31, 2023
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For the tarps, keep repair supplies. Someone should have suggestions of a vinyl cement they use with scraps to repair any holes.
For straps, there is no such thing as too many spares. Find some place that will give you a bulk discount if you buy a whole case. Even a few of the hook on 2" types come in handy for if you haul something palletized like roofing shingles.
If you look at your securement and wonder if its enough, its best to just add more straps to be thorough. Easier to keep things in place than deal with it on the road once things start shifting.strongtrucker Thanks this.
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