Shopping for a flatbed trailer

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Bigrigmayo93, Aug 29, 2019.

  1. Atlaw4u

    Atlaw4u Heavy Load Member

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    I run a 99 Benson and I've had no issues with it.
     
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  3. FoolsErrand

    FoolsErrand Road Train Member

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    Your budget is pretty low for all aluminum. What youll find in that price range is gonna have major cracks and huge plates that were boogered on with a spool gun [a superficial weld at best on 1" thick aluminum] because no one wants to pay for a 500amp tig to actually fix it right.

    If youre gonna buy a cheaper cash trailer and fix it yourself go with steel and check real good for rust jacking at the joints before you buy. The weight penalty shouldnt hurt you too often. I have NEVER found the heaviest loads to be the best paying. Quite the contrary.
     
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  4. BELIEVER IN CHRIST

    BELIEVER IN CHRIST Bobtail Member

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    Is this forum only for big rigs or is it hot shot friendly also
     
  5. REO6205

    REO6205 Road Train Member

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    It's hotshot friendly but there's a specific forum for hotshots.


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