Safety Chains Andersen Hitch
I have ordered the Andersen Hitch after reading the responses to my earlier question posted here about the hitch. Now I am wondering how necessary are the safety chains that are now sold as an option...
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GordonThree wrote:Learjet wrote:Me Again wrote:
This requirement does not apply to a semitrailer having a connecting device composed of a 5th wheel and kingpin assembly that meets the requirements of the Interstate Commerce Commission.
I tried to find the list or requirements of the Interstate Commerce Commission with no luck?
First result from Google
49 CFR 393.70(d)(5)
I see nothing under "Section (b) Fifth Wheel assemblies -" that doesn't cover pretty much all commercially available FW hitches that I can think of, so I'd argue that they'd be acceptable under Interstate Commerce. Hell, I see a lot of commercial pickups with B&W GN and Companion hitches around here in AZ.
Lyle
