My Hotshot Trucking Life | 12 - Trailer Repairs Before Putting Into Service

Just performing some repairs on the trailer prior to putting it into service. One leaf spring was replaced previous owner, but it was the incorrect length (2 inches too long) which caused the trailer to lean to one side so it wasn't level, and also caused the axle to be crooked. Replacing this spring for the correct size one allowed the trailer to level back out and for the axle to be in straight line again as well to keep the trailer from "dog tracking." I plan to go through all the bearings/suspension at a little later date and will do a video on that as well since I do all my own repairs whenever possible.
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Disclaimer: **I do not get paid by any of these companies or receive any compensation for sharing their products. I am simply sharing what I use as it's what I purchased personally long ago and used to get started**
Phone Carrier:
T-Mobile
Phone type:
iPhone 11
Truck:
2005 Chevy Silverado 2500HD
Trailer:
28' Gooseneck deckover trailer. 12,000lb capacity, "homemade" but was built by a fabrication shop and has electric brakes, good tires, and was well built. It also did have a VIN provided by the state's department of safety when it was built and inspected and was provided with a title.
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Straps/Tie Down Equipment:
2inch x 27 foot Ratcheting Tie Down
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2inch x 27 foot Ratcheting Tie Down (Flat Hook)
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12 ft J-Hook Ratchet Tie Down
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Loadbinder Ratchets
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16 Foot G70 Transport Binder Chain
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Wheel/Axle Straps
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Contico Storage Box
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Winch Battery
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[@tatertotfolife]

Great video, I can't wait for the next one.

[@jasonscales2522]

Hey! Buy a flip kit, your axles are upside down! Not cool if adjustments are needed

[@lawnboy81SMS]

jason scales What’s a flip kit? And would it lower the height of the trailer overall?

[@jasonscales2522]

@@lawnboy81SMS no, it won't lower it, but it will let you adjust your brakes! When you pull the drums, you'll notice the adjuster is at the top! Not good
Check out South Georgia hotshot, he has a video installing one to raise his trailer.