another trailer axle slide question

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12-06-2013, 12:28 PM

firebird_1252

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Originally Posted by AmEagleDrvr

Keep tractor and trailer in straight line, rock trailer, pull pins. If that doesn't work use a small bungee cord to keep pressure on the pin release handle and use a small sledge hammer on the stuck pin...works every time.

i was tired of messing with it for 30+ min every time. its embarassing when at a shipper. this tool works amazing.

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12-30-2013, 09:14 AM

Passingtrucker

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In my owner-operator days from late 1990s to early 2K, I did intermodal hauling ocean cargo containers from Long Beach, CA to 11 western states. Normally, they go piggyback rail from the harbor to consignee, but some are time sensitive J-I-T loads that can't afford to have the train to stop at every rail terminal to load/unload containers. I use a hand sledge hammer to loosen the pins, tie a rubber bungee to hold the release back in place, spray WD-40 on the pins, then back up or move forward and tap on the trailer brake handle, and it immediately release all 4 pins. I never rock the trailer back & forth.