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6x2 issues with RGN?

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by macmanboomer, Jul 12, 2018.

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  1. Jul 12, 2018 #1
    macmanboomer

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    Anyone have experience using a 6x2 with an rgn trailer? I’m wondering if you’d have problems getting reattached & lifting the trailer after loading?
     
    macmanboomer, Jul 12, 2018
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  3. Jul 12, 2018 #2
    Oldironfan

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    It might make it a little more time consuming on those bad days. But it could work. Just get a little speed on an icy day.
     
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  4. Jul 12, 2018 #3
    macmanboomer

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    Thanks. I’m thinking you might not be able to get any speed once the slack on the neck tightens up & it might just spin.

    Anyone else out there ran a 6x2 with an rgn that can chime in?
     
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  5. Jul 12, 2018 #4
    kylefitzy

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    Why would you want to? We
     
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  7. Jul 12, 2018 #5
    macmanboomer

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    Better mileage, lighter weight, less maintenance, less moving parts to wear out, if you can lift axle less tolls, etc.
     
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  8. Jul 12, 2018 #6
    kylefitzy

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    Don’t mean #### when you can’t get the trailer off the ground. The points you’re making are freight hauler ideas in a heavy haul world.
     
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  9. Jul 12, 2018 #7
    not4hire

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    It falls into the category of "just because you can... doesn't mean you should."
     
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  10. Jul 12, 2018 #8
    macmanboomer

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    That’s why I’m asking for input as to if it would work & if anyone has experience with it. Not talking heavy haul, 80k gross.
     
    macmanboomer, Jul 12, 2018
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  11. Jul 12, 2018 #9
    okiedokie

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    Why would you use an rgn for 80k. Your tare weight would kill the deal.
     
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  12. Jul 12, 2018 #10
    AModelCat

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    To me its a dumb idea. I can only speak for the area I'm around but I wouldn't even consider a truck without full lockups for pulling an RGN. The places those guys go to pick up and drop off equipment you'd be screwed 10 feet off the pavement with a 6x2.
     
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