First time in port

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by D.Tibbitt, Sep 9, 2019.

  1. x1Heavy

    x1Heavy Road Train Member

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    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.
     
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    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 .
     
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    sweet, good to know !!
     
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    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.
     
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    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)
     
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    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.
     
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    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 .
     
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    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!
     
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    sweet, sounds easy. thanks for the info
     
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    Yeah wel talk about the rent later lmao.