Put a twist in your straps. It keeps them from flapping and working loose. I figured out where my machine sits, and where I wanted to hook it. Then I made 4 two foot pieces of load chain with a single hook. I use one of those and a binder at each corner. Works fast,lighter than a full chain, and no tails to figure out what to do with. Also, run your hook down through the hook rail, and back up. Hanging the hook on the rail, instead of hooking it below. And always tie down the bucket
Of course I'm in the most regulated state California even though our laws are basically the same as what you said we have pretty pretty picky DOT cops And I have learned to run 4 binders no matter what because the cops think they're always right and also we always run chains and binders on our spare buckets or hydraulic breakers on the attachments because like you said the straps do get cut and DOT cops love to look for that So that's the main differences that I do. I own 2 bobcat tractors, a kabota L47 tractor loader backhoe, stump grinders and all sorts of other equipment and we chain them all down the just because of picky DOT cops. One thing I would recommend is always carry at least 2 or 3 Extra chains and binders just in case you get pulled over and a cop wants you to correct it it and then he won't hopefully red tag you and you get the opportunity to correct it.
Only a couple things that i do differently after searching high and low on dot websites, youtube channels, heavy haul forums. I kinda came up with my own method. 1.) Depending on the weight, DOT requires 4 binders on equipment >10,000lbs. Ive got a T770 its right at 10,500#. (You will never get hit for being to secure) 2.) I hook my chain hook directly into the Bobcat recommended tie downs. Then I come off at 45deg angle at each chain pulling away from each other. 3.) I use my binder hook and feed one end of it through the rub rail at the rounded spot -- on the furthest side of the machine. (So when I tighten it, it pulls its self into and rests right along the curve of the rounded part causing less wear and less stress on the tiedowns) 4.) Repeat on all 4 sides. Reassuring none of them became slack during the process. (Another DOT violation is having any slack whatsoever in your binders) followed up with the ol, "she aint goin no where" slap Another point: doing this leaves me with about 10x more chain than i need on each location. I keep telling myself im going to cut them down but for the mean time i just throw the hook from the loose end anywhere on the deck. Located the middle of the remaining now doubled chain, and wrap it up and down the tied down making sure it cant come loose and wont allow the handle to back off any.
Hey Clayton, great advice on loading the trailer and what brand are your attachments for the grapple, bucket and brush mower? Thanks and keep hustling! Brian
Anytime you're using a strap and there's the possibility of it getting cut use a corner protector. They're usually a heavy plastic and will keep your strap safe from damage.
Looks good the only thing is in Tennessee the binder has to be on the driver's side so you can see it better if it comes off but like said you everywhere is different just check to be sure
Just for information purposes only I think you did everything right loading your equipment except for one thing when you hook your chain to your trailer you're not supposed to hook it to the rub rail that's the part that is tall and skinny you're supposed to take your chains and go around those round pieces that are welded in between the square pockets other than that looking good
@@rollingops you're welcome anything I could do to help another guy out I will. In the industry of trucking they just call those rub rails for those crazy forklift people to slam into your trailers and mess them up versus messing your trailer up
Put a twist in your straps. It keeps them from flapping and working loose.
I figured out where my machine sits, and where I wanted to hook it. Then I made 4 two foot pieces of load chain with a single hook. I use one of those and a binder at each corner.
Works fast,lighter than a full chain, and no tails to figure out what to do with.
Also, run your hook down through the hook rail, and back up. Hanging the hook on the rail, instead of hooking it below.
And always tie down the bucket
Of course I'm in the most regulated state California even though our laws are basically the same as what you said we have pretty pretty picky DOT cops And I have learned to run 4 binders no matter what because the cops think they're always right and also we always run chains and binders on our spare buckets or hydraulic breakers on the attachments because like you said the straps do get cut and DOT cops love to look for that So that's the main differences that I do. I own 2 bobcat tractors, a kabota L47 tractor loader backhoe, stump grinders and all sorts of other equipment and we chain them all down the just because of picky DOT cops. One thing I would recommend is always carry at least 2 or 3 Extra chains and binders just in case you get pulled over and a cop wants you to correct it it and then he won't hopefully red tag you and you get the opportunity to correct it.
Only a couple things that i do differently after searching high and low on dot websites, youtube channels, heavy haul forums. I kinda came up with my own method.
1.) Depending on the weight, DOT requires 4 binders on equipment >10,000lbs. Ive got a T770 its right at 10,500#. (You will never get hit for being to secure)
2.) I hook my chain hook directly into the Bobcat recommended tie downs. Then I come off at 45deg angle at each chain pulling away from each other.
3.) I use my binder hook and feed one end of it through the rub rail at the rounded spot -- on the furthest side of the machine. (So when I tighten it, it pulls its self into and rests right along the curve of the rounded part causing less wear and less stress on the tiedowns)
4.) Repeat on all 4 sides. Reassuring none of them became slack during the process. (Another DOT violation is having any slack whatsoever in your binders) followed up with the ol, "she aint goin no where" slap
Another point: doing this leaves me with about 10x more chain than i need on each location. I keep telling myself im going to cut them down but for the mean time i just throw the hook from the loose end anywhere on the deck. Located the middle of the remaining now doubled chain, and wrap it up and down the tied down making sure it cant come loose and wont allow the handle to back off any.
Hey Clayton, great advice on loading the trailer and what brand are your attachments for the grapple, bucket and brush mower? Thanks and keep hustling! Brian
Jenkins, over built and reliable equipment for sure!
Anytime you're using a strap and there's the possibility of it getting cut use a corner protector. They're usually a heavy plastic and will keep your strap safe from damage.
Ah nice! Thanks for the tip
Take your chain hook and go down and hook it to the top of the rail so if it gets loose it won’t fall down and catch your tire
Ah, makes total sense!
Looks good the only thing is in Tennessee the binder has to be on the driver's side so you can see it better if it comes off but like said you everywhere is different just check to be sure
Thanks! That makes sense
Who do u use for a website ? Plus if you rent a 20 yard for 7 days and they want to dump more than once how would I charge
I built my own site, if they dump more than once in the time frame, I charge them the day rate to bring it back
Just for information purposes only I think you did everything right loading your equipment except for one thing when you hook your chain to your trailer you're not supposed to hook it to the rub rail that's the part that is tall and skinny you're supposed to take your chains and go around those round pieces that are welded in between the square pockets other than that looking good
Now that is total logic! Thanks for letting us know. Those rails do give in a little when I hook directly to them. So this makes more sense
@@rollingops you're welcome anything I could do to help another guy out I will. In the industry of trucking they just call those rub rails for those crazy forklift people to slam into your trailers and mess them up versus messing your trailer up
Leave bucket clamped to grapple and drive right. Simple fix.
Alrighty
Very good tutorial!
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Leave bucket clamped to grapple and drive right. Simple fix.
Not quite sure what you're referring to
@@rollingops he means nest the smooth bucket inside the grapple bucket and load up that way.