Headache racks

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  1. Dec 9, 2015 #1
    Bdog

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    Are the enclosed type like this worth the extra $$$ or should I just get an open one with chain holders for 1/3 the cost?
     

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  3. Dec 9, 2015 #2
    truckthatpassesyouby

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    It looks so pretty.
     
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    baha

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    How often will you leave your truck parked, how many times can you pay to replace chains? boxes keep things out of sight.
     
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    I agree with baha. Years ago, you'd NEVER think of stealing anything from a flatbedder. ( usually were pretty stout men) Today, I'd get the enclosed one. Also, in the snow, you'll be chipping your chains out of the ice, all stuck together.
     
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    w.h.o

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    What's the price difference? My chains and binders are all rust up and it's in the open. I have them lock 24/7 so,I'm not worry about people stealing them. But of course if they really want them, they can use bolt cutters.
     
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    KenworthGuyNH

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    Worth it.
     
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    macavoy

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    If I was going to steal chains, I wouldn't care if they are rusted.
     
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  10. Dec 9, 2015 #8
    turtle1969

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    only thing locks are good for is keeping an honest man honest anyway,thieves see something they want they dont care hwat it takes to get it, on the other hand a box rack does help with side box storage, you know its alot of truckers got stuff crammed in every crevice of them side boxes, and toolboxes
     
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  11. Dec 9, 2015 #9
    turtle1969

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    how much is extra $$$?
     
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  12. Dec 9, 2015 #10
    Bdog

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    The one pictured is the actual picture of one for sale used locally. The guy had ir less than a year and wants $1,800. They are $2,800 new. The open style can be bought new for around $900 I believe.
     
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