Pulling doubles

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by SHOJim, Apr 27, 2014.

  1. Cowpie1

    Cowpie1 Road Train Member

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    Agreed. I pulled doubles and triples for a few years in the 90's, including up to double 48's and 53's. The 28 ft pup trailers, hooked up as a train, corner much easier than a 53' trailer by itself. each trailer just follows the others. The key to keeping things running down the road smooth is weight. You want heaviest trailer up front, lightest in the back. Carry spare pig tail electrical cords. You will eventually need one. Doesn't hurt to carry some spare running lights or tail lights in the cab also, as well as air glad hand seals. Other suggestions by others are spot on, except the ones from those that have no experience with them. To me, they were never really a problem. Just use the gray matter between your ears and stay focused. You will pick up on the little tricks of the trade as you go along.
     
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    x#1 Road Train Member

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    HA! you are being PC.it is a trailer slap regardless of the spin you put on it. a trailer slap is miraculous in that they produce both visually and physically and the trailer size is irrelevant.
     
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