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Trailer Tails Tales

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Redwave, Mar 15, 2015.

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  1. Mar 15, 2015 #1
    Redwave

    Redwave Light Load Member

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    During a recent trip using our interstates I noticed several trailers equipped with the "trailer tail" system that were not deployed. My question is why have this system available but not use it. My theories are it is not effective and doesn't amount to significant fuel savings; drivers don't want to mess with it; it doesn't work as promised so therefore is a PITA to use; driver backed into a dock with it open so now it's closed. What's the real reason--inquiring minds want to know!!
     
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  3. Mar 15, 2015 #2
    double yellow

    double yellow Road Train Member

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    Drivers too lazy to waddle back and fool with it (have to close it when backing into most parking spots, have to remember to open it when you leave).
     
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  4. Mar 15, 2015 #3
    Redwave

    Redwave Light Load Member

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    Double Yellow--I enjoy your tales from the road. I was going to mention lazy drivers but decided to be nice. May the wind always be on your tail.
     
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  5. Mar 15, 2015 #4
    Balakov100

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    Sometimes they are broken and difficult to open or close.
     
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  7. Mar 15, 2015 #5
    TruckDuo

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    Trailer tails look like they would be a pain to deal with on a regular basis.
     
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  8. Mar 15, 2015 #6
    Mr.X

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    I hear they can get up to 20% fuel savings at 110 mph! ;) I have seen a lot of them things mangled, got to close them to open the doors dont you? Are them mangled ones the guys who forgot to open the doors?

    From; cnet "An $18,000 starter pack includes 10 tails and installation."
     
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  9. Mar 15, 2015 #7
    Balakov100

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    Really easy to open/close as long as they're not messed up.
     
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  10. Mar 15, 2015 #8
    NavigatorWife

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    Husband says they do help with the wind
    You do have to remember to close them when backing into a dock, and then the reverse to reopen.
    Hope they don't have any type of damage from previous driver.
     
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  11. Mar 15, 2015 #9
    Pmracing

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    On one style I saw a note, "Caution. Automatically deploys at 30 MPH."

    Mikeeee
     
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  12. Mar 15, 2015 #10
    77smartin

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    I dunno.
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    I rarely see them deployed on Prime trailers.
     
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