converting to conestoga , cons and pros

I don't know how lucrative it is now though, half the trucks you see in the Chicago area and just about every where else has them now.



I do agree with you about Tarp stop, good people to deal with. I've been to the Gary and Ohio shop, never up to Taylor location. I definitely prefer Gary as the location they have in Ohio is a complete cluster, way to small of a lot they have.

 

I kinda like the video ...but 25k vs 13.5tarpstop .....hmmm

 

Yea that is a big difference; I hadn't realized it was that much. I owned a fastrak from tarpstop; it was certainly not a high end build, but it'd prolly do fine for most folks.

 

25k for a conestoga...

I don’t like the straps for the tensioning bit... I will say that. Their rail appears to be solid though and I’d imagine if you’re running off a board and don’t have too many direct customers that will crane and/or have a competent forklift operator having a solid rail is a big benefit... but it’s a 100% upcharge over their competitors...

Oh, and their forward bulkhead and customizable rack looks nice.

But 25k.....

Yeesh

 

We give the crew at Verduyn a lot of business. Gotta agree with how great the staff and their product is. I believe we are paying $15k for ours.

 

Oh my. Ill stick with my side kit on a combo trailer to stay under 30k. 29 and change!

 

Thank you guys ! I gave a call to verduyn and scheduled for Feb 4 - earliest possible out of 3 locations ...this will give me plenty of time to decide and they have currently 16 people waiting in case someone cancels .

 

I priced one, 53x102x8' high front door and roll up rear was about $16k This was late spring. A fast track and sure tite are right at $16 for the same spec.

 

Prepare yourself for having a nervous breakdown anytime anyone goes near the trailer with a fork-lift.