Tips and Tricks of flatbedding

Discussion in 'Flatbed Trucking Forum' started by Flightline, Feb 23, 2014.

  1. barroll

    barroll Road Train Member

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    I've got about 100 reclaimed S-hooks I've used like that. Never liked how hard they are to keep under tension and on the rub rail when snugging the rope up.
     
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  3. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    I go to the bottom of the bed rail. Hook stays in place, rope pulls against the bed and gets a good seal.

    It you have T mount sliding winches, that may not work as well.
     
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  4. barroll

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    I've got double L sliders, but I think it might work out with a bit of hook bending.
     
  5. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    I like a good polyester rope. Polyester will not stretch like nylon or most other types.
     
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    I pull a step deck and carefully stand on the bar to tighten straps every time. I don't have a ton of upper body strength, so this helps me use my whole body strength
     
  7. REO6205

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    Not a good idea.
     
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  8. Espressolane

    Espressolane Road Train Member

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    Please don’t troll this thread.
     
  9. aussiejosh

    aussiejosh Road Train Member

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    How about getting to the point? secure your load cover it up so its protected against the weather and you'll be ok
     
  10. johndeere4020

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    You're quoting a guy who's been banned for 2 years.
     
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  11. aussiejosh

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    obviously i had no idea about my new idea
     
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