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Why Should You Hire A Transporter?

 

I have a "Friend With A Truck" that will move the trailer for me and I will save a lot of money!

 
Just how experienced is your "Friend With A Truck"?
How many Campers has he actually moved?
 

Most people with trucks have never towed a 30 to 40 foot trailer that weighs between 5,000 and 12,000 pounds. The uneven weight distribution of a camper trailer  will cause it to sway as it is being towed, especially at highway speeds. The placement of the trailers axles creates off-tracking and the rear overhand can cause problems when turning at intersections and when maneuvering in tight areas like campgrounds and campsites. Don't forget about the height of the camper...there are a lot of low tree branches and some low bridges. But is your "Friend With A Truck" a patient and courteous driver?  Most other drivers (maybe even yourself) do not like to get behind trucks and trailers. Drivers often do stupid things like cutting out from a side street at the last minute to keep from getting behind the trailer or they will pass a trailer and then slow down to make a turn. You all know what I mean! It takes time, patients, and good driving skills to tow a long, heavy trailer.

 

Do you and your "Friend With A Truck" know?

 
Most trucks have a Class 3 Receiver, but some campers require a Class 5 receiver!

Have you ever seen a trailer separate from a truck on the road?

 

Is the rating of the Ball and Hitch sufficient to accommodate this heavy weight?

Under rated equipment can cause accidents, damage, and injury!

 

Is the hitch adjustable to allow the trailer to be level when towing?

The trailer is easier to control (less sway) when it is level with the truck.

 

Does your "Friend With A Truck" have the proper plug receptacle for the trailer lights and brakes?

Brakes, lights, turn signals are required by law. If they don't work, you are at high risk of an accident.

 

Does your "Friend With A Truck" have an electric brake control?

Properly working trailer brakes are required by law and they are definitely needed when stopping to avoid mishaps.

 

Are you going to register the trailer or just slap a plate on it?

Law requires the trailer to be registered. This can cost you hundreds of dollars. Slapping a plate on a trailer is illegal and can affect insurance coverage in the event of an accident.

 

Do all the lights, turn signals, and brakes work properly?

This is required by Law. If they are not working properly, then following closely being your "Friend With A Truck" creates a very high risk of an accident and you are also at a very high risk of being stopped by a cop!

 

Does your "Friend With A Truck" have the proper insurance to cover your trailer in the event of an accident or other mishap?

Without the proper insurance you could find yourself without a camper and minus one "Friend"!
 

A Transporter Will Save You Time and Money

 
This transporter has over thirty years experience of operating truck and trailers. The equipment is registered, (State and DOT)  inspected and fully insured. The receiver is a Class 5, the ball and adjustable hitch is rated for 12,000 pounds to accommodate heavy campers. The 5th Wheel hitch is rated at 16,000 pound and is a slider and the gooseneck hitch is rated at 22,000 pounds.
 
In the event your lights and turn signal are not working, tow lights are available at no extra charge.
 
A Transport Plate is available. No extra charge. This alone can save you the cost of the Transport Service.
 
An inspection of your trailer is conducted to insure the safety of your trailer and the safety of the other roadway users.
 
Most mechanical repairs are made on site. This is an extra fee.
 
Most local transports were under $200.00
(that's when diesel was $2.69 a gallon)

 

 

Keep Your "Friend With A Truck" For Moving Furniture.

 
e:mail: Bill @schmidtransportllc.com
 

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