Want to try flatbeds

613111

{"text":"So I have about 4 years exp I've done mostly dry van and reefers. I am planning to drive flatbeds now. Any tips?  ","pics":"[]","canComment":true}

613671

{"replyTo":"","text":"take it real slow and don't be afraid to ask for help","replyToPid":0}

630533

{"replyTo":"","text":"Be careful when you’re backing a spread axle flat bed. Don’t cut it more than about 45° or you’re liable to flip that trailer over or snap an axle. There’s a reason people say “flat bedders can’t back up”, it’s ignorance and they don’t understand that we can’t cut trailers like them reefer hero’s. As far as securement goes don’t be afraid to ask for help if you’re unsure and never guess. Always secure for length & weight and then throw another strap on for the family. No such thing as over secured! Good look brother ","replyToPid":0}

95010

{"replyTo":"","text":"When getting loaded. Try to prep your load as much as possible. Basically set everything up so all you have to do is slide your straps in the right position and throw your straps over. Hang your bungie straps around the trailer to have them in place. Preparation is everything. Don't buy your straps at the truck stop. Go to a trailer store. Utility or Great Dane. Even the dealership. Truck stops charge $30 per strap. It's $10-$17 everywhere else. Average load is 10 - 13 straps when you don't need chains. Use chains for anything that has wheels. And put a strap over the forks if you carry a machine with forks. Having a fan is a good thing. Sometimes the ac ain't enough when you been sweating your life away in the sun. AC full blast with the fan on. You'll cool off faster. 😎 Not every load will be like that but preparation is everything.","replyToPid":0}

628506

{"replyToPid":0,"replyTo":"","text":"Constantly be looking at your load. Over securement is better than not having enough. Get LOTS of bungees. Never, NEVER, be afraid to ask for help. Have fun with it. Remember, throwing straps, chaining, tarping, it’s all forcing you to get a workout in. That’s a good thing. Take pride in that and good luck bro "}

289718

{"replyTo":"","text":"when your hauling something like machinery from the manufacturer ask them how do they recommend it be tied or chained down. and always check your load constantly. extra straps on a load is not always a bad thing. look at other flat bedder loads going down the road and see how they did it. when tarping a load start in the back. you would be surprised I've seen alot of guys going down the rd looking like a big balloon cause of that. just be safe and you will get use to it","replyToPid":0}

637258

{"replyTo":"","text":"Sucks bad in the winter,\nUse more straps, chains than needed,\nDouble check Securement after about 150 miles , keep eyes on mirrors. \nFlat bedding is a dangerous job be safe.","replyToPid":0}

586732

{"replyTo":"","text":"I am fairly new to flat bed. I love it. I ask a ton of questions, if I see another flatbed picking up where I am I ask them to check me. I ALWAYS ask the shipper \"what do you recommend for securement, or how do most guys strap this down?\". they are always happy to give advice. don't be scared to ask.","replyToPid":0}

611781

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586732 发表于 2019-03-17 00:19:19 I am fairly new to flat bed. I love it. I ask a ton of questions, if I see another flatbed picking up where I am I ask them to check me. I ALWAYS ask the shipper \"what do you recommend for securement, or how do most guys strap this down?\". they are always happy to give advice. don't be scared to ask.

","text":"I'll make it short. I've hauled a lot of strange thing's flatbeding. Number 1 thing to keep in mind, a stupid question is a question never asked. Flatbedders are a rear bread, we are all willing to help, just ask.","replyToPid":5067}

626663

{"replyTo":"","text":"Know your weight and placement on the axles. How many chains or straps will take to secure load and add 2 more to be safe, one can always come loose or break. Always push/pull straps/chains to make sure it’s still secure. Watch other drivers see how they secure. Always ask questions to any of us if you need, we all have families and loved ones we want to make it home to. Get you a hard hat, clear safety glasses and a bright vest, some shippers require these as well as steel toe boots. Be safe out there driver. -Irish flatbedder- ","replyToPid":0}