What if it Snows?

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Dave_in_AZ, Mar 19, 2018.

  1. JolliRoger

    JolliRoger Road Train Member

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    Hope the windows are up on the low side..
     
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  3. Cat sdp

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    What’s on the road ….:)
     
  4. Opus

    Opus Road Train Member

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    No. She hasn't been there, as far as I know.
    I was speaking to my many missed opportunities.
    Never been to Asia either.
    Just missed opportunities.
     
  5. Judge

    Judge Road Train Member

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    I don’t know why they opened the schools,
    Roads still suck on secondary roads.
    Was sent that photo, guess it was yesterday
     
  6. tramm01

    tramm01 Road Train Member

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    Hey @tramm01 , if I pull myself out do I still have to buy the beer?[/QUOTE]
    Since you made the rules, might have to have an independent give a ruling
     
  7. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    It could be a good time to go before it disappears.
     
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  8. Judge

    Judge Road Train Member

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    Out of curiosity, wouldyou guys buy an 07 hopper bottom IF it was in good shape, new tires/brakes. It’s what 15 years old, maybe 16 as trailers are often carry over on year...

    I may go look at another one this coming week..
     
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  9. Blu_Ogre

    Blu_Ogre Road Train Member

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    Everything is put up for sale or trade for a reason.

    If the reason is hanging up the keys or changing commodities it may be o.k., then the trailer may be in good shape, not abused, and properly maintained.

    Main thing is give it a good inspection. Look at all the rivets and bolts. Cracks around them indicating fatigue in the metal. A whole bunch of new ones indicates something failed someplace, and you should move on so your pocket book doesn't fund the next failure. Implement ALL the regular Anti-shafting and defensive maneuvers.

    Calendar age is not so much an issue other than seals, airlines, and tires. If you buy it, have a trusted wrench go over that stuff with the eye to pay him up front rather than you showing up later in a body cast with a bad attitude.

    Trust your gut if it says no. There will always be another P.O.S. available in a month or 2 that doesn't set off your scam-dar.
     
  10. SoulScream84

    SoulScream84 Road Train Member

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    I been out of the loop, but welcome back!
     
  11. Judge

    Judge Road Train Member

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    Well, it was taken on trade, it’s at a dealer I know, said he put 6 new tires, new brakes.. it’s in misery, about 100 miles North of a customer i go to a lot, may see about getting a load to there Monday and swing on by..
     
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