Hi, long time reader, first time commenter.
I did a forum search on this and found threads about using 1/2 ton pickups (don't) and short moves, but I couldn't find any where the specific situation is a long interstate move with a load rated pick up truck.
I bought an index mill super 55 (always wanted one) from a fella 300 miles away. I have a Ram 2500 (4000 pound payload) and he said lifting and putting the mill into it on his end was no problem. On my end I have a tow truck on stand by to pick it out of the bed.
My worry is doing 300 miles at highway speed safely. The Index is 2000 pounds and looks less top heavy than a Bridgepot, so my plan it lower the knee all the way. Block in base with 2x6s and some cribbing. Ratchet strap the heck out of it with 3" straps and then just drive very carefully for 6 hours.
Thoughts?
I did a forum search on this and found threads about using 1/2 ton pickups (don't) and short moves, but I couldn't find any where the specific situation is a long interstate move with a load rated pick up truck.
I bought an index mill super 55 (always wanted one) from a fella 300 miles away. I have a Ram 2500 (4000 pound payload) and he said lifting and putting the mill into it on his end was no problem. On my end I have a tow truck on stand by to pick it out of the bed.
My worry is doing 300 miles at highway speed safely. The Index is 2000 pounds and looks less top heavy than a Bridgepot, so my plan it lower the knee all the way. Block in base with 2x6s and some cribbing. Ratchet strap the heck out of it with 3" straps and then just drive very carefully for 6 hours.
Thoughts?