- - Looking to buy a trailer
(https://www.classadrivers.com/forum/owner-operators-forums/36273-looking-buy-trailer.html)
allan5oh
12-09-2008 04:07 PM
Mostly steel and small tractors methinks.
rank
12-10-2008 02:01 PM
tractors = no tarp. kewl. :)
tracer
12-12-2008 07:19 AM
Originally Posted by GMAN
(Post 427494)
Most of the better paying loads are lighter anyway.
Another paradox of the trucking industry. You burn more fuel when hauling heavy loads, it's more dangerous but they pay you less :(
tracer
12-12-2008 07:24 AM
Originally Posted by allan5oh
(Post 427642)
I also have to add, having a front slide is really nice. Have it spread in the states(40,000 lbs), and tighten it up in Canada (37,000 lbs). Spreads are only allowed 9,100 kgs in western canada(20,000 lbs) because it's considered a single axle, and we all know regular tandems are only allowed 34,000, so being able to slide the front axle means it's the best of both worlds. But adds weight.
I talked to our Operation managers here in Guelph, ONT about buying my own trailer and they were dead against step-decks but said it was "essential" to have the front axle slider on a flat. My understanding is flatbed loads from Ontario to Alberta and BC pay very good bucks - and you need the FAS to rake it in :)
