tandem placement

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  1. Jan 29, 2012 #11
    DrtyDiesel

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    thanks guys i just needed some explaning on the semi trailer lengths i guess lol.
     
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  3. Jan 29, 2012 #12
    Pedigreed Bulldog

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    No, it is talking about the length of the trailer. The notations alert you to any kingpin-to-axle limits which may have been imposed. If you don't see any notations shown for the length of your trailer, then they don't worry about where the tandems are located as long as the weights are legal per the bridge formula and max axle weight limits.
     
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  4. Jan 29, 2012 #13
    Gizmo_Man

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    Be careful though. You will have a bit of a problem making turns at some intersections you come up to. You may even have a problem or two backing into parking spaces at truck stops. I personally see no reason for having the tandems all the way back.

    But then, I deliver in Boston, with a 53'.
     
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  5. Jan 29, 2012 #14
    DrtyDiesel

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    I hear ya man. Main reason i asked is because one time in North Carolina i had picked up a paper load, 43,xxxlbs.

    I had my tandems set to what i thought was the legal limit but i didnt know i could have gone back further. i was over by 500lbs on the trailer tandems. I ended up getting the load re-worked and then i was 300 over on my drives. i just drove and didnt put in as much fuel. mind you this happened my first week with roehl. So i didnt know as much as i know now lol.

    Thanks for all the info guys
     
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  7. Jan 29, 2012 #15
    DrtyDiesel

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    okay, NOW i know what you mean lol
     
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  8. Jan 29, 2012 #16
    Saddletramp1200

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    Some N.E. states are so small real trucks are not allowed. Local drivers pick up the freight with smaller rigs. Trailer manufactures make legal trailers however check the laws first.
     
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  9. Jan 29, 2012 #17
    rogueunh

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    Wrong. Of course it's legal.

    It's king pin to rear axle in some states.
     
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