[AT] Trailer safety chains?

[Lew Best]

Just curious; I was taught to cross them to avoid one hanging lower &
possibly dragging when turning.  Getting a ticket for not having them
crossed kinda surprises me.  Are there other safety issues involved?

Lew Best near Waco, TX
Please note new email addy 
lew at lewslittlefarm.com


-----Original Message-----
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[mailto:at-bounces at lists.antique-tractor.com] On Behalf Of Paul Waugh
Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 8:37 AM
To: Antique tractor email discussion group
Subject: Re: [AT] Trailer safety chains?

What is gvw of trailer??  That makes a difference on the size of chain. If 
buying ready made, get them long.  If too long a couple of twists take care 
of extra, a different tow vehicle may need the length. Fasten chains to 
bottom of tongue and cross them ... works good and keeps you out of trouble.

I never got a ticket for having them crossed, but did for not having crossed

... depends on mood of cop, and how HE understands the law.

Paul - IN.


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Herbert Metz" <metz-h.b at mindspring.com>
To: <AT at lists.antique-tractor.com>
Sent: Monday, October 26, 2009 6:20 AM
Subject: [AT] Trailer safety chains?


> The safety chains on our trailer need replaced.    Is there a standard 
> method of determing their installed length?    We recently discussed that 
> the chains need crossed (right trailer chain hooks to left side of tow 
> vehicle and vice-versa);  I should have mentioned it at that time.
> Herb
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