As everyone knows I’m pretty green at this and have made 2 trailer mistakes already. First I bought a Great Dane combo that I loved. At least for the 3 loads I hauled with it. It was just too heavy and I could only scale 46.8k. I traded that in on a 2008 East BST that was redone with new bags, drums, linings, chambers and lights. Again really like it but it’s age bothers me and I think the arch is a little flat. It’s the weak link in my operation, besides the idiot in charge. A few weeks ago I was talking with the dealer I purchased it from and told him I’d sell it if I could get my money back. Well he called today and I’m in the market for a trailer.
I’d like to get disk brakes but can’t find any info on what mfg option disks. Is it even a thing on trailers? I like the Fontaine but I’m afraid I’d be cussing up storm every time I had to sweep it off. Extremes look good but reviews are all over the place. Does anyone have experience with Wilson flatbeds? I’m familiar with their grain trailers but didn’t realize they made flatbeds. I’m looking for any and all opinions.
Looking for a new trailer
Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by AgPilot1, Jan 31, 2023.
Page 1 of 2
-
NightWind, D.Tibbitt, OLDSKOOLERnWV and 3 others Thank this.
-
Trucking Jobs in 30 seconds
Every month 400 people find a job with the help of TruckersReport.
-
There are a few recent flatbed threads. Nothing you’ve mentioned makes the grade.
Best Flatbed?
Have a look at what @Kshaw0960 just bought. It’s what you need to be looking for.
Buying a step deck. Should I get the ramps too? -
I have a 2019 Reitnouer aluminum flat with disk brakes. Definitely happy with it. Once you go to disks you'll definitely never go back to drums, that's 4 sure. Dot inspections with them are a breeze also, nice and quick!!!
Last edited: Jan 31, 2023
NightWind, D.Tibbitt, Siinman and 1 other person Thank this. -
I like my '06 aluminum Wilson. I do wish the wiring was more easily accessible for repairs. If you want a light trailer, it's like 8000 lbs or so, and I was able to scale 49,200 on the deck at one point. Even if there aren't a lot of Wilson dealers around, the parts are pretty universal and can be found at most trailer shops. If you're looking for stuff to add, I'd look at a front lift axle and/or a rear suspension dump if you're running a spread axle. It's also nice to have a suspension gauge to get an idea of how much weight is on your trailer. I very rarely purchase CAT scales anymore.
-
I found that they were some of the best trailers of their type at the time.
You may find them middle of the price range but the service/warranty is top notch (so I have been told).
They may not be as arched as some of the others but build their strength into the rails and not the arch.D.Tibbitt, singlescrewshaker, Bean Jr. and 1 other person Thank this. -
D.Tibbitt, singlescrewshaker, YardMule89 and 1 other person Thank this.
-
D.Tibbitt, singlescrewshaker, YardMule89 and 1 other person Thank this.
-
While I don’t know exactly what hes looking at, a leaf blower works good except if a trailer has j hook channel/ stuff gets jammed down in there and really needs a long handled flathead to get it clean.D.Tibbitt, OLDSKOOLERnWV, singlescrewshaker and 4 others Thank this. -
Have you looked at western trailers?
-
D.Tibbitt, BoostedTeg, cke and 1 other person Thank this.
Trucking Jobs in 30 seconds
Every month 400 people find a job with the help of TruckersReport.
Page 1 of 2