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Re: Just bought a trailer?
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Posted by JMS/MN on March 27, 2002 at 05:48:27 from (63.11.231.56):
In Reply to: Just bought a trailer? posted by Bill Oakes on March 27, 2002 at 05:07:25:
Invest in some tiedowns that are adequate for the load. Always retighten the load after going a few (5?) miles. Even with 3/8 chain and binders, they always develop some slack early on. Just like freight in a truck, the load has a tendency to shift forward. I like chain better than nylon straps if a load with sharp edges is involved. Balancing the load just forward of centerline between the axles puts a bit of weight on the tongue, without getting excessive bumper weight, and the entire rig pulls well.
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