Step deck newbie

Be scared but don't be scared. Be scared that you don't want things falling off or shifting so check everything often and if you are unsure add a fee extra chains and straps but then be confident once you pull out.

 

Yes and no, everything will come down to you in the end. If it needs chocked then ask for some. Take some 2x4's and cut them down to six or eight inch pieces with 45 angles in them with a bucket if nails or atleast have the nails you can usually find a piece if wood laying around to use. But if something is loaded you aren't comfortable with tell them to fix it. They have to load it how you want it. But most do well the first time since its all the lift operator does.

 

I moved from van to step deck a couple of months ago. The best advice that I've received is to secure your load like you're planning to drive your route at 80mph, then drive it like your load has no securement.

 

Get a shorter winch bar. Step is closer to the ground, meaning less room to swing the usual 3 foot bar.

 

I remember my first flat bed, Looked real long. But to make a living, I had to put things on top of it. Had a brand new Step Deck. Thought it was for old people. Step Up on the Deck. Guess I was wrong, they all made it off safely. They cheered Sun City, Sun City/ I still don't know how I ended up in this. But I've been there.

 

People are People, just ask.

 

My first step deck load I stared in the mirror to make sure nothing moved the whole trip from Tennessee to Utah. I probably stopped every hour to check my tie downs. It's natural to gain more confidence each load you pull.

SD and FB is like hauling in the old days, everyone still helps each other out. I've helped the guy in front of me then he helped me once he was finished.

Don't hesitate to ask the truck either in front or behind you for advice, especially if you get something tricky to tie down, like a mixed load. .......stay safe.