Asking for a friend LOL

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by DixonM, Oct 26, 2023.

  1. DixonM

    DixonM Medium Load Member

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    At loves on 77 exit 5 for a 10 and as I am walking in i see this. I tell the driver it’s comical using those straps he tells me he has never had one break yet. IMG_2702.jpeg IMG_2701.jpeg IMG_2703.jpeg
     
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  3. Kyle G.

    Kyle G. Road Train Member

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    Nevermind that. What the F is he pulling it with? That looks like a friggen half ton!
     
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  4. Bud A.

    Bud A. Road Train Member

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    Key word is "yet." At least the 300 lb straps look new. The 5400 pound strap is worn out and has a nice cut through a third of it. Thankfully he knew to strap the fuel tank, since that is the strongest part of the truck. Glad I don't drive through Charlotte any more.
     
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  5. Kyle G.

    Kyle G. Road Train Member

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    I worked for Lazer Spot, and I can confirm this statement is correct.
     
  6. DixonM

    DixonM Medium Load Member

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    The truck squatting was the first thing I noticed as I walked up then I looked at the straps and they look like the same type I use to hold the golf cart on the trailer with. Driver was happy with his securement didn’t bother him one bit to tow it down the road. All I can say is I am glad I am done for the day.
     
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  7. Kyle G.

    Kyle G. Road Train Member

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    Sometimes you just have to keep walking and pretend you didn't see anything. LOL
     
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    PSM379 Heavy Load Member

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    Hot shotters are a different breed. Definitely mentally challenged, actually calling them mentally challenged is an insult to truly mentally challenged people that work hard and do the best they can.
     
  9. lester

    lester Midwest's #1 Feed Hauler

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    First thing I would try to explain working load limit and all that with his securement. if he didn't care I would NOT hesitate to drop a dime
     
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  10. Radman

    Radman Road Train Member

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    No chains, crazy dude. Stay away from me.
     
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    Cat sdp . .

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    Where’s the dot when you need them
     
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