Step deck: the differences?

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  1. Razororange

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    Is this like Price is Right? Do I get to spin a wheel and win a prize?
     
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    You just have to guess which one of us has the prize and it switches trucks.
     
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    I hope it's a new refrigerator. Mostly to see you guys trying to wedge it through the doors.
     
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    Lol. I just did that three days ago
     
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  8. Zeviander

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    We use the curved Ergobar or whatever it's called. I usually just have to move the truck to get the last couple notches. Our steps are ancient and the winches I think were from an era of short, straight bars.
     
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  9. rank

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    I think longer straps was mentioned (heavier and more tag end to deal with on a short load). So that leaves swing distance, (5th wheel farther back, mud flaps getting ripped off, less weight on steers, potential length concerns).
     
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  10. rank

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    ......Most steps have an 11 ft upper deck so the longest piece you can carry on a 48 ft step without levelers or rear overhang is ~37 feet. Longest piece on a 53 would be 42 ft. Carry levelers all the time can be a PITA
     
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  11. MJ1657

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    Short bar is what I use. I carry a long bar but usually only use it as a pry bar when needed for the most part.
     
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