Here is why rates are tanking!
Discussion in 'Heavy Haul Trucking Forum' started by LaComa, Dec 3, 2019.
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I know @starmac has mentioned using straps with no hooks and running it thru winch on both sides. Always wanted to try it but never got around to it
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For the 10 or so loads a year I run on a standard 48x102 I'll take my chances with the occasional strap outside the rail.Wheeljack, exhausted379, cke and 1 other person Thank this. -
Only thing I see is not the best choice of a trailer. Look close it has hell of a dip in it setting on the side rails. Good way to break a trailer.
You can wrap straps on spools and pockets if you have a brain and not cut them. I try to not wrap chain just because it is hard on shinny aluminum, but not illegal. I would only be cautious if a trailer manufactor forbid it. Some are different. I think utility is one that forbids it.TripleSix, exhausted379, Tug Toy and 3 others Thank this. -
Rates have tanked because a huge influx of new entrants since 2016. Almost every truck that passes me has an MC number beginning with 9. Give these guys a couple years when the wear and tear catches up and the puny profits they make cannot cover the expense.
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I do a lot of work for all the NuCor steel plants.....
Yeah,Its against their Policy to be on a Trailer to set up A few Bunks for hauling Wire Rod- Yet if moving a standard Coil- Its ok to be on the bed at any time-even when crane comes.
Gerdau Macsteel policies are super crazy- So was AK steel- -
I linked to the FMCSA website. No "trainers" involved.
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