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I don't know about this load....

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by PackRatTDI, Aug 17, 2015.

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  1. Aug 17, 2015 #1
    PackRatTDI

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    Should I risk it? :D
     
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  3. Aug 17, 2015 #2
    G.Anthony

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    i would...........
     
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  4. Aug 17, 2015 #3
    lots of character

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    Get you a cropped ear pit bull put him in the trailer and a black co pilot, and when you roll up at the scales, tell them its toilets. Then have your co pilot call his fed friends and get you cleared.
     
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  5. Aug 17, 2015 #4
    STexan

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    he made a funny. LOL I get it. some won't.

    if you could move your 5th wheel about an inch forward, you'd have the perfect setup (assuming you're about full on fuel which I doubt you are given you're in a Volvo??)
     
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  7. Aug 17, 2015 #5
    PackRatTDI

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    That's the first weigh at the California setting where my trailer was when I loaded. I calculated that 6 holes which puts it at the 41' between the tandems (Tennessee) would even it out.

    I'll burn that off in fuel by the time I stop for lunch. I topped the tanks off before I scaled.
     
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  8. Aug 17, 2015 #6
    Ougigoug

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    Would too
     
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  9. Aug 17, 2015 #7
    Swedish Chef

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    I'd do it... It won't take you long to burn off 160 lbs of fuel.
     
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  10. Aug 17, 2015 #8
    White Dog

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    That 160lbs. wouldn't get a second look in any state once they see the total gross...and of course your Bridge atleast appears legal to the naked eye.
     
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  11. Aug 17, 2015 #9
    PackRatTDI

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    I could slide forward one hole but honestly that's more trouble than its worth. It will ride better this way anyways. I just think it's funny some drivers really wouldn't run with that if they were unable to move any more.
     
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  12. Aug 17, 2015 #10
    rambler

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    Good job on the initial calc and slide job. Dont get no better than that driver.
     
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