State Rules On Tandem Pin Locations

Discussion in 'Trucking Industry Regulations' started by musicmann2u, Mar 16, 2010.

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  1. Mar 17, 2010 #11
    jtrnr1951

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    It can be 50 or 700 pounds per hole, there are many factors involved
     
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  3. Mar 17, 2010 #12
    musicmann2u

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    My thanks to Larry Parker and all the drivers who responded to my post. It really is great to know there are people out there still willing to help there fellow man.(or woman) :biggrin_25519:

    "I'd go anywhere that old wind blows, down a black top road anytime
    no strings attached no ties to tie me down, so why hang around when I can fly'
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  4. Mar 17, 2010 #13
    Big Don

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  5. Mar 18, 2010 #14
    ironpony

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    The only way to really see how the trailer you're using reacts to changes in pin placement and drive/tandem weight distribution is to go get a couple of scale tickets. I use either 380 lbs or 310 lbs on our Wabash or Utility trailers... it was more for the Great Danes.
     
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