[AT] Trailers

[John Hall]

 We use chains to secure our tractors and equipment. I have heard that 
supposedly not all chains are DOT approved. Hard to beleive a 3/8 log chain 
isn't considered safe but those sissy Chineese straps are.

John Hall

----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Francis Robinson" <robinson at svs.net>
To: "Antique tractor email discussion group" <at at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Friday, February 01, 2008 2:22 PM
Subject: Re: [AT] Trailers
> One day last year I saw an 8N Ford on a light trailer that was only held
> down by 4 of those cheap light-weight itty-bitty 1" ratchet straps going
> down the interstate. If I were an officer I sure would have stopped him.
> I know a number of current and former police officers including a couple
> of family members. I don't know any that have a crystal clear knowledge of
> hauling rules. Most don't even want to know... It is mostly a matter of
> perception and in most cases you can control the perception...
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> "farmer"
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