Ok in the end you have a loaded container? it should take the arch out of your deck. This is where i need to get off this train, I don't know what to do other than a couple of chain loops at each corner hook to the deck and then throw all the straps over the top of the #### thing. Then weight it all... to see if are legal in weight.
Port newark isnt bad to get around in and wide streets . I used to deliver port Newark cold storage and never had a problem there .
8 and a half foot container will be what you get. Do not get the 9 and a half foot container, high cube. Get your 25 foot tape measure and know your height. Should be around 13.6. Chains work better than straps.
Jersey isnt too much of a problem, just subsitute the word "Water: for [WADDER]" And don't forget the "Tree Fiddy o bloc" for (3:50 o clock)
Run your chains through chassis loops, straight down to the trailer and loop it around a spool or two each side/end. Put your binder in the center to pull both sides at once. 3 straps over the top and you're golden. Check your chains within 100mi to make sure there isn't any slack and keep rolling. Check securement after that as normal.
On a side note I dont know what your plans are for camping in Newark..if any . If you are thinking about the pilot on doremus ave you can forget about that as it's full 24/7 . If you get in a bind pm me and I will direct you to spot close to there where you wont be bothered .
ill have a fresh clock when i get in there so im hoping i got enough time to get away from that side of the country , ill let u know , thanks!