what could possibly be wrong with that ???
here you go Ron
Technical Requirements
NB - safety "cables" are permitted in some cases apparently so yours could be OK ??
I bought a secondhand box trailer last week. This is the safety chain which I suspect I should replace
IMG_1617.jpg
Now my questions are - does the new chain have to be rated (NSW) and how should it be attached to the trailer?
The existing chain is welded (yes, it's an older commercially built trailer) but it's not galvanised. I suspect I should bolt the chain on with a stepped washer that fits into the link on the step and over the link on the larger diameter. Something like this:
stf-30430_w_ml.jpg
Any thoughts/knowledge of the legal requirements?
I also understand NSW cops have been booking drivers who attach the safety chain with non-rated shackles.
Ron B.
VK2OTC
2003 L322 Range Rover Vogue 4.4 V8 Auto
2007 Yamaha XJR1300
Previous: 1983, 1986 RRC; 1995, 1996 P38A; 1995 Disco1; 1984 V8 County 110; Series IIA
RIP Bucko - Riding on Forever
what could possibly be wrong with that ???
here you go Ron
Technical Requirements
NB - safety "cables" are permitted in some cases apparently so yours could be OK ??
Crikey! Thanks Laurie. I wonder if these rules are retrospective?
This trailer's safety chain is not rated and is welded underneath where it would drag on the ground if the trailer became detached. Even I wouldn't do that.
I think I'd be hard pressed to get a copper to believe that safety wire is OK.
Ron B.
VK2OTC
2003 L322 Range Rover Vogue 4.4 V8 Auto
2007 Yamaha XJR1300
Previous: 1983, 1986 RRC; 1995, 1996 P38A; 1995 Disco1; 1984 V8 County 110; Series IIA
RIP Bucko - Riding on Forever
Argh, the rated shackle myth rises to the surface once again.
PaulT
REMLR 256 / SLOw 4 (P)
W/Shops/trailers & GS's
RRs, Disco's, 110s & 109s.
Yes, I've found nothing to indicate that a rated shackle is required although it would make sense if a rated chain is required.
Ron B.
VK2OTC
2003 L322 Range Rover Vogue 4.4 V8 Auto
2007 Yamaha XJR1300
Previous: 1983, 1986 RRC; 1995, 1996 P38A; 1995 Disco1; 1984 V8 County 110; Series IIA
RIP Bucko - Riding on Forever
This contains a link to the PDF with the requirement for rated shackles.
New laws enforcing rated D-shackles for towing | Box Trailers
Yeah, but is it that hard really to use rated shackles in this day and age? We sell them at work for $4 a pop. Not required, but cheap insurance against cops that don't know better.
Our trailers use both bolted and welded attachments for the chains depending on manufacturer.
If you need to contact me please email homestarrunnerau@gmail.com - thanks - Gav.
That link is a crock as it headlines "New rules enforcing rated D-shackles" and then outlines in the text that it is not actually a requirement and there are alternatives.
As Gav said, the simplest and cheapest option is to use a rated shackle as all the BS and hassle just goes away, BUT the rules do not state that it is mandatory.
PaulT
REMLR 256 / SLOw 4 (P)
W/Shops/trailers & GS's
RRs, Disco's, 110s & 109s.
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