Another preventable trailor accident

[ozarkt165]

Last week had a flatbed trailor south bound on a via duct bridge. Trailor came loose as it started over the bridge, crossed center line as it crested the top of the hill. Hit a motorcycle that was northbound inside lane. The trailor pushed the bike in front of a van in the outside north bound lane. Multiple car pile up at this point. Motorcycle rider was reported in stable condition, although one foot was amputated during the accident. MAKE SURE YOUR TRAILOR IS SECURE!! Sure the owner will be paying for a long time.....

 

[elkhunter338]

Re: Another preventable trailor accident

Also make sure your safety chains are of adequate size. Just because they came on the trailer does not mean they are attached good or big enough.

Also I see people who attach the chains with caribeaners.

Make sure you use hooks or such rated for several thousand pounds.

Inspect your trailer hitch too to make sure it locks well.

 

[109jb]

Re: Another preventable trailor accident

I recommend threaded quick links of sufficient size for the safety chain connection to the tow vehicle.

 

[kenmyfam]

Re: Another preventable trailor accident

I recommend threaded quick links of sufficient size for the safety chain connection to the tow vehicle.

Agree with that !!

 

[Reel Kahuna]

Re: Another preventable trailor accident

...Also make sure your safety chains are of adequate size. Just because they came on the trailer does not mean they are attached good or big enough.

I agree 100%. Years ago I had a "new to me" boat/trailer "jump" off the ball at idle speed in the launch ramp parking lot. The safety cables just snapped off the trailer . Needless to say, I replaced the cables with 3/8" chains and also placed a "pin" on the latch to prevent it from accidentally "popping" off.