New Wilson Grain Trailer

Discussion in 'Tanker, Bulk and Dump Trucking Forum' started by Mike379L, Aug 27, 2012.

  1. Mike379L

    Mike379L Bobtail Member

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    I have been reading a lot on this forum. Some really good stuff on here. But I have a question for any bulker b-train guys out there.

    We recently purchased a new Wilson Tridem grian trailer. Wilson have moved the hopper cranks to the outside of the hoppers and have a chain drive system to open them now. The idea is good because this allows more room for unloading into an auger.
    My concerns with this sysem is how well the chain is going to stand up to road dust/stones, and ice/highway salt in the winter time.
    Has anyone been running these trailers long enough to see how well they work compaired to the old direct drive type?
     
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  3. Bulldog power

    Bulldog power Light Load Member

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    I have pulled a Wilson for 4 years now... But it's a belt drive on the doors. So far so good
     
  4. Rodeoman7

    Rodeoman7 Light Load Member

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    Ive had mine freeze up once after a Ice storm in Eastern CO I just beat the door with the crank and she worked
     
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