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Pneumatic Dry Bulk Trailers - New vs. Used

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by hookemx, Oct 6, 2011.

  1. Oct 6, 2011 #1
    hookemx

    hookemx Bobtail Member

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    Folks,

    I'm looking to haul frac sand down in Texas and have the option of buying new and used trailers.

    The used trailers were all manufactured before 1980, but they've been power-washed, sand blasted and seem to be in really good condition. On top of that, they're $20K to $30K cheaper. What's the disadvantage with going with an older trailer, especially if they are 1/2 the price?
     
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  3. Dec 20, 2011 #2
    fast

    fast Bobtail Member

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    Hookemx.... did you bought the tank already? just wondering how it went... it appears to be very difficulty to find it...
     
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  4. Dec 21, 2011 #3
    Johnny99

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    When I was pulling bulk trailers we had some new ones and some over 20 years old. As long as the maintenance is kept up the only difference I saw was cosmetic. Its an aluminum skin tank. Other than gaskets & seals there isn't a lot to them. Older tanks will probably be a bit smaller but with sand that shouldn't be an issue.
     
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