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McCord Trailers
On a used McCord, inspect bunk attachments, main rails, crossmembers and suspension mounts for cracks, corrosion and undocumented reinforcement. Spring-ride running gear needs checks of equalizers, hangers, bushings and axle alignment, plus brakes and wheel ends. Confirm the build date and original ratings from the identification plate, and request repair records rather than judging service life by model year alone. Road salt and rough logging access roads make underframe inspection especially valuable. US state and Canadian provincial axle limits, bridge restrictions and seasonal weight reductions can control legal payload before GVWR is reached. For a new trailer, document equipment specifications and warranty coverage, and confirm whether the 12% US federal excise tax applies.
Frequently Asked Questions about McCord Trailers
How do I calculate the legal payload of a McCord log trailer?
Legal payload is limited by the lowest applicable equipment rating or route weight limit, not simply the McCord trailer's GVWR minus its empty weight. Weigh the tractor and trailer with normal fuel, tools and securement equipment, then calculate the remaining allowance. Check individual axle groups and axle spacing because a combination can exceed an axle limit while remaining below its permitted gross weight.
What cargo-securement rules apply to a McCord log trailer?
US commercial log loads must meet 49 CFR 393.116, which addresses securement requirements for different log-loading arrangements. A McCord log trailer's stakes, bunks and bulkhead do not by themselves establish compliance. Identify whether the load is shortwood or longwood and confirm the required tiedown arrangement and working load limits. Canadian operations must follow the applicable provincial cargo-securement requirements.
Do I need a wet kit to pull a McCord log trailer?
A conventional fixed-bunk McCord log trailer without hydraulic equipment does not require a tractor wet kit. The tractor still needs compatible air-brake connections, electrical connections and a properly rated fifth wheel. If a trailer has hydraulic loading or unloading equipment, verify the required pressure, flow, reservoir capacity and return-line arrangement before selecting the tractor's hydraulic system.
How do I identify replacement parts for an older McCord trailer?
Use the component manufacturer's identification numbers, not just the McCord trailer's model year, to source suspension, axle and brake parts. Record axle tags, suspension identification plates, bearing numbers and brake dimensions before ordering. Older trailers may have replacement axles or modified running gear, so the original build information should be checked against the components actually installed.