How close to 80k have you gotten?

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  1. The Admiral

    The Admiral Heavy Load Member

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    He is probably running a spread axle.
     
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  3. MJ1657

    MJ1657 Road Train Member

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  4. Superhauler

    Superhauler TEACHER OF MEN

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    I haven't been close to 80000 in years. That's like running empty!!
     
  5. 6daysontheroad

    6daysontheroad Medium Load Member

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    I hail between 79,500 and 80,000 all the time. Pulling a tanker and usually load while sitting on scales. The only way to adjust my axle weights is to step on throttle or brakes.
     
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  6. thelushlarry

    thelushlarry Road Train Member

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    Yep at 80,000 I would look for a couple of LTL's to finish load out!
     
  7. Riprap

    Riprap Light Load Member

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    Spread axle, no worries!
     
  8. Superhauler

    Superhauler TEACHER OF MEN

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    I think you missed my smart ### remark. If you really knew what I did for a living you would get it! LOL
     
  9. The Admiral

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    In the old days we would have 80 on the deck going to LA and be lookin for a fill out.
     
  10. Superhauler

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    10-4!!
     
  11. Rontonio

    Rontonio Road Train Member

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    That is running empty .... When you weigh 79k empty
     
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