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First load without trainers

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Nahbrown, Jun 7, 2023.

  1. Jun 7, 2023 #1
    Nahbrown

    Nahbrown Light Load Member

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    My wife and I are done with trainers now and they decided to keep us local for the rest of the week driving separately. This is the first load I’ve done by myself. I ended up using Four chains, eight binders, 4 T-hooks, and 5 straps (one not pictured around the back of the box)

    The John Deere Harvester location in Davenport Iowa is pretty simple to maneuver in, the hardest part is really just waiting to be called to go back and get your load. 72CCAC71-AC23-4B02-8EFC-053DB1910B20.jpeg ​
     
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  3. Jun 7, 2023 #2
    Willy Wonty

    Willy Wonty Light Load Member

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    Yeah, man! You two will do great together. Remember to have fun.
     
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  4. Jun 8, 2023 #3
    Kshaw0960

    Kshaw0960 Road Train Member

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    I’ve been following your adventure for awhile and feel invested in your success so I’m very happy at your progress. You’ll go far in the industry I’m sure.
     
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  5. Jun 11, 2023 #4
    kylefitzy

    kylefitzy Road Train Member

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    As long as you’re not damaging anything you’re doing good. Most people just haul the heads with two straps on the stand and 4 chains, one on each corner.
     
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  7. Jun 12, 2023 #5
    RunningAces

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    Congrats to both of you. You're going to have a blast out there. Nice job on the first load too!
     
    RunningAces, Jun 12, 2023
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  8. Jun 12, 2023 #6
    Nahbrown

    Nahbrown Light Load Member

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    I loaded this on Wednesday and it sat in the yard until today. As fate would have it, this was the first delivery as a team for us.
     
    Nahbrown, Jun 12, 2023
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  9. Jun 12, 2023 #7
    Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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    Welcome to the wild, wild world of freight.....
     
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  10. Jun 12, 2023 #8
    bad-luck

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    Great job!
     
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