Re: Hauling Tractor - Any Tips?

Posted by rhudson on May 21, 2003 at 06:01:32 from (152.31.162.17):

In Reply to: Hauling Tractor - Any Tips? posted by Big Jim Durango on May 19, 2003 at 10:33:03:

Strap or chain (i like straps) as close to front and rear axles as possable. use wheel chocks that are secured so they will not get lost or move as the tractor rocks. straps or chains are also needed to keep the tractor from moving backward and of course from forward (you can bet you will have to brake heavy from someone pulling out infront of you if you're loaded). if you use chains with binders, use wire to lock binders levers down. if you use straps use something to protect them where they come in contact with sharp or keen corners (cardboard, old burlap bags, but something). ok, now double up on the binders, in other words, if one strap will do, use two as a safety factor. it gives you a lot of peace of mind. check for loose fuel caps, SMV signs, hoods, anything that will or could bump, shake or blow loose on the trip home. use duct tape or something to secure things that could come loose. take your time loading and securing. start your trip home, go about 3-10 miles and stop and check you load to see if it has shifted. i use the stop to pick up a snack and diet drink. if you are sure of your load, you can concentrate on your driving and you can relax more. lastly, notice the driving methods of those around you. if other traffic is acting kinda different or whacky, it could be that they see something about your load that you don't. (like 15 foot of chain dragging behind your trailer). take your time and enjoy the trip home.

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