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Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by gravdigr, Jul 27, 2012.

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  1. Aug 25, 2012 #271
    Steve CCC

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    Looks to like you did fine....Welcome to flatbeding...
     
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  3. Aug 28, 2012 #272
    Autocar

    Autocar Road Train Member

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    Seems Gravedigger has lost his enthusiasim. Has he tired of flatracking, or has he found himself unprepared for a Lease/Purchase with CRST (Cheap Rate Steel Transport)?
     
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  4. Aug 28, 2012 #273
    cpape

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    I would like to hear how he is doing with Malone. I think they are a little vulnerable if capacity starts outstripping demand. Although, I will assume he is missing in action because he is staying busy.
     
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  5. Aug 28, 2012 #274
    gravdigr

    gravdigr Road Train Member

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    Yep, been pretty busy. Stayed out for 2 weeks to prepare for the long labor day weekend. I'm doing just fine. Getting better and faster at securement and tarping. Been learning a lot from other flatbedders. Some from talking to them, a lot from just watching. Who knows, I may be watching YOU.

    EDIT: Also, I'm hauling about 75% crst loads and 25% broker loads. Usually the crst loads average about $2.40/mile, about $1.90/mi with fsc and tarp pay after they take their cut. I found I do well taking shorter 400-500 mile runs I can do in a day, or take a 300mi run, deliver it, and pick up another run to complete the next day. I have no trouble getting to sleep but I sweat through clothes like crazy, couple changes a day.
     
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  7. Aug 28, 2012 #275
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    Nice tip for rolling straps: Use a cordless drill with one of those odd bits.
     
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  8. Aug 28, 2012 #276
    gravdigr

    gravdigr Road Train Member

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    I keep my straps in the tarp box. I can roll a strap in less than a minute now and when using them I fold the excess in half and put the fold in the roller thingie (sorry don't know what it's called) So I only have to winch half the excess strap. Dunno if that made sense.
     
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  9. Aug 28, 2012 #277
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    tip from the wise: NEVER DO THAT! Hook it to the rubrail and tighten it, sure it takes longer but they won't slide between the trailer tires and become unuseable.
     
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  10. Aug 28, 2012 #278
    the gambler

    the gambler Medium Load Member

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    Doesnt sound like he does that, he said he stores them in the tarp box when not in use. Digger your going to get a lot longer strap life with what your doing.
     
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  11. Aug 28, 2012 #279
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    OHH didn't see that. Oh well, nice tip for ones that have no room in the sidebox.

    Not kidding, I have to take half my box out just to get my cheater bar.
     
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  12. Aug 28, 2012 #280
    the gambler

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    Yes makes since also your straps are easier to tighten and stay tight that way. I fold my several times and just put the end of the fold in the winch and leave enough to go around the winch at least one time if that makes since .
     
    the gambler, Aug 28, 2012
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