I have a 2007 Freightliner Century paid for and looking for a flatbed trailer. I found an old one I can pay cash for. Is it worth it to rent or take a loan on a newer one or can I get good loads on a 1999 Flatbed. I hear the older flatbeds are not usually considered for loads. Anyone with broker experience or running on an older flatbed? Thanks for sharing.
Is it worth it starting with a 1999 WILS Flatbed?
Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Jardon, Apr 20, 2016.
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We have flatbeds that invented dirt. Honestly, the weight of the truck and trailer matters more than age.
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Never been asked for the age of a trailer. If there are places it is rare.
I've heard there are places that ask. I've also heard alot of things.exhausted379 and johndeere4020 Thank this. -
I've never been asked for the age of my trailer, I wouldn't hesitate to buy a 99 if the condition and price were right. For me it would need to be 102" though.
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What Oscar said.
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I have a 96 western flat with curtain kit. Been running it for years. Although I have a new one on order. No one cares how old your trailer is as long as it's in good repair.
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Lets see a picture.
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Mines a 2000 east a buddy has a 87 ravens granted both are real clean and not banged up. Only time been asked about trailer was they wanted pics of floor to make sure of no holes.
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As long as it has not hauled only heavy single coils all its life and the plate that 5th wheel slides up on is not worn thru and no rust thru on lower frame you can repair a flat bed to last many years.
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Kingpin, plate and cross members above it can be replaced.
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