24k vs 30k trailer

Discussion in 'Expediter and Hot Shot Trucking Forum' started by rccarlson22, Oct 17, 2019.

  1. 24kHotshot

    24kHotshot Heavy Load Member

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    They are a bit different, my factory rating is 33k gcwr while the pickup bed is 39k I think.
     
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  3. rccarlson22

    rccarlson22 Medium Load Member

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    I’m going with a 26k trailer. I didn’t realize until I got a detailed price quote that over 26k GVWR on the trailer gets you hit with a Federal Excise Tax of 10% on the purchase price.
     
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  4. 24kHotshot

    24kHotshot Heavy Load Member

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    You can avoid the FET by buying used if you want.
     
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    rccarlson22 Medium Load Member

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    As CHEAP as I am, I want new equipment for the business
     
  6. 24kHotshot

    24kHotshot Heavy Load Member

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    Yeah... new equipment doesn't necessarily mean no problems. Got 2 brand new trailers with nothing but problems.
    Losing working days because your new trailer needs to go all the way back to the dealer for free repairs really sucks. Both trailers went back for repairs within 3 weeks of getting them.
    Might as well have bought used.

    Then again, a lot less things can go wrong with a flatbed rather than a car hauler.

    Good luck
     
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  7. rccarlson22

    rccarlson22 Medium Load Member

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    I’m really sorry to read your other thread man that’s ####ty to say the least.

    I did learn a lot from it though so I thank you for sharing
     
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  8. Hardt79

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    Get a triple axle trailer. It will take the weight off of the rear axle of your truck. Just make sure the trailer is level as possible because it will eat tires if not.
     
  9. rccarlson22

    rccarlson22 Medium Load Member

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    A triple 8k? Do you have one?
     
  10. skellr

    skellr Road Train Member

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    No, not for what you want to do with it. sure, it will do it, but not for long...
     
  11. skellr

    skellr Road Train Member

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    To add... There is a reason nobody is hauling those heavy loads.
     
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