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Rich B

03-07-2004 10:09:59

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Thanks for the advice! One more question. I read somewhere that while hauling a tractor, you should increase the tire pressure. Then when done, decrease it to normal. Would you still do this on an unsprung trailer?

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David F.

03-08-2004 17:45:24

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Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Rich B, 03-07-2004 10:09:59

I think that whoever told you this, meant the tires on the tractor itself. I used to work at a tire dealer and would load the rear tires on new John Deeres before they were delivered to the customer. The new tractor tires were always inflated to around 10 psi over max operating pressure to help prevent bouncing on the trailer that could lead to a snapped holddown chain. Although the dealer didn't over inflate to deliver to customers, as the distances and speeds would be less than those encountered on initial delivery.

my .03 (inflation ya know)

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Russ

03-07-2004 17:23:24

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Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Rich B, 03-07-2004 10:09:59

I have heard that the DOT requires 4 seperate chains and binders!

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Scott

03-07-2004 20:38:10

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Re: Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Russ, 03-07-2004 17:23:24

As of 1-1-04 new fedral law anything with wheels must be bound at 4 corners with 4 seperate chains. The chains and binders must also have their grade or weight capacity stamped or cast into them. No more using granpa's old log chains. Nylon straps can only be used for light materals.

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john

03-08-2004 00:11:01

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Re: Re: Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Scott, 03-07-2004 20:38:10

Not to be a a$$ but you are scaring every body with your miss quotes.
If you are going to quote DOT regs better get the book and re read it.
The law went into affect two years ago. 1/4/04 was just the first day they could write a ticket for it to give people time to conform.
393.130... 4 chains on 4 corners only applies to wheeled and tracked equipment 10,000 lbs and over.
393.108(d) A chain does not have to be marked. It is just that if it is not marked it will be considered 30 proof no matter how strong it is. So yes you can use grandpa's old rusted logging chains.
No where does it prohibit the use of synthetic web straps for hauling cars or equipment unless you are hauling crushed cars. 393.132(b) You just have to use corner protectors to prevent cutting and use the proper size strap.
In other words everything you said is either wrong or misquoted and I have given you the reg. #'s so you can look it up.

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Russ

03-08-2004 14:48:09

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to john, 03-08-2004 00:11:01

Thanks, I too am glad to hear that, as my tractors are all under 10,000 lb. I heard about this law from my brother-in-law who is a logger and all of his equipment is much heavier.

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Thanks, I needed to hear

03-08-2004 11:35:29

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to john, 03-08-2004 00:11:01

See heading

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Kennyp

03-07-2004 14:11:54

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Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Rich B, 03-07-2004 10:09:59

Naw, I wouldn't bother. Tires should all ways be inflated to correct pressure. Just got home from helping my friend trailer 8000 lb IHC 706. What he does is a chain from left up to drawbar, then back to right. Same in front. From center of axle V-ed out to front and edges of trailer bed. Then chain tightners and draw it down so tractor is pulled tight to trailer bed and can't bounce. Goose necks are sure great. He just got the trailer Thursday and tractor Sat. Now I "got a friend" to haul mine. You can haul just about any thing if you go SLOW and say out of traffic.

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JOHN (LA)

03-07-2004 13:31:36

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Re: Trailering a tractor #2 in reply to Rich B, 03-07-2004 10:09:59

Well after reading both your post I would say..... .

Tires should be run at recommended pressure at all times. To high or to low is bad on tires and wear patterns. It is just more important to have proper pressure in tires with a load on because they will heat up and blow out easier under load. Letting some air out while empty would be OK to improve ride just remember to refill before loading trailer. But never over inflate as it will cause tire to run on only the center of thread.

Now about springs..... .
Is it OK to transport a tractor on a non suspension trailer? That depends if you are talking about the tractor or your back. While I would not want to use it every day the tractor will be fine. It will feel every bump and over time things would work loose so make sure your tie downs are secure. Your back will also feel every bump as the trailer pushes and tugs at the truck with every bump. Running empty will be worse. Like pulling a basket ball on a rope. But for one trip you can handle it so go for it.

AIR RIDE RULES !!!!! !!!!! !!

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