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Question for Van drivers.

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by 6wheeler, Aug 23, 2016.

  1. Aug 23, 2016 #1
    6wheeler

    6wheeler Road Train Member

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    I'm a flatbed 2 truck operation. I'm thinking of buying a van. I noticed on truckpaper that some good to fair condintion trailers are listed as sold as a storage trailer only.
    Why is that? Like what do I look for in wear in a used trailer?
     
    6wheeler, Aug 23, 2016
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  3. Aug 23, 2016 #2
    Wooly Rhino

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    Over time the side supports on a trailer wear out to such a degree that the sides of the trailer can collapse under their own weight bouncing down the highway. Also cracks in the frame can cause a trailer to be out of service for ever. Same as a flatbed. Get a good DOT inspection done by another shop before you buy.
     
    Wooly Rhino, Aug 23, 2016
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  4. Aug 24, 2016 #4
    Fx9

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    Age ~ some shippers will not load an older trailer .
    Floor ~ some shippers will not load a trailer that isnt solid wood .
    The metal plate up front ~ some shippers will not load a trailer that has more than 3 feet ( if memory serves me correct on distance )
    Holes / door seals ~ some shippers will get inside and close the door , if they see daylight they will not load , some shippers even have a shower set up for the roof , theres one in albany ga that does that .
     
    Fx9, Aug 24, 2016
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