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Oldtrux · 03-27-2019, 08:21 PM

Thanks Bob for the quick reply!

I did find Escapees HDT, we knew we weren't the first to consider this so reaching out to those that have experience.

Looked at the Lippert air pin box and converting electric brakes to air over
hydraulic. Air ride trailer instead of springs.

We're in the process of researching a suitable trailer that is well built with the level of fit and finish desired. Price point is yet to be determined but full blown custom is not in the plans.

The advice of running under the company MC and DOT number is probably the best bet. Yet to determine insurance and loss payable, liability.
Can't just flip a switch back and forth.

Tractor already has in-frame overhaul and almost everything else except transmission which is next on the list. Tractor is in A+ condition and will pull a 30 ton wagon no problem. Good for another 700,000 miles, more than we could imagine putting on it.

Really just looking to transition smoothly within the next 3-4 years without making any major mistakes. Buying the trailer through the business, initially and eventually shutting down commercially to enjoy traveling again.

Thanks for your input!
Happy motoring!

03-27-2019, 08:21 PM	#5
Oldtrux Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2019 Location: Perth Amboy Posts: 2	Thanks Bob for the quick reply! I did find Escapees HDT, we knew we weren't the first to consider this so reaching out to those that have experience. Looked at the Lippert air pin box and converting electric brakes to air over hydraulic. Air ride trailer instead of springs. We're in the process of researching a suitable trailer that is well built with the level of fit and finish desired. Price point is yet to be determined but full blown custom is not in the plans. The advice of running under the company MC and DOT number is probably the best bet. Yet to determine insurance and loss payable, liability. Can't just flip a switch back and forth. Tractor already has in-frame overhaul and almost everything else except transmission which is next on the list. Tractor is in A+ condition and will pull a 30 ton wagon no problem. Good for another 700,000 miles, more than we could imagine putting on it. Really just looking to transition smoothly within the next 3-4 years without making any major mistakes. Buying the trailer through the business, initially and eventually shutting down commercially to enjoy traveling again. Thanks for your input! Happy motoring!