When they're being transported on a truck, trees need to be secured down by a tarp. If they aren't, they'll be blown by the wind while driving and may fall off the truck. While it may be tempting to purchase a tarp system that's secured manually because these systems are inexpensive, no-climb tarp systems have several benefits that make them the better choice for trucking companies that deliver trees and shrubs to nurseries.
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Pickup truck beds are great for hauling all kinds of cargo, but they often don't have a sufficient number of tie-down points for securing items. For example, many pickup trucks are equipped with four tie-down loops, with two near the cab on each side and two adjacent to the tailgate. That can leave truck owners with the need to jury-rig lashing or attempt to tie down loads with whatever might be on hand.
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One of the biggest problems that car owners face is ensuring that their transmission is in good working order. Ultimately, keeping your transmission in good working order is a quite easy task, but many people simply forget about maintaining their transmission. That is, until something drastic happens to it; transmissions are particularly costly to fix, so those who have gone through the process of either replacing or repairing a transmission tend to not let it happen again.
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Having your windows tinted by a skilled professional could prove expensive, especially if you're using high-grade tint on a SUV, van or any other vehicle with lots of windows. According to Angie's List, a professional tint job could cost as much as $800. Not only can you learn a new skill by getting the job done yourself, but you'll also avoid that dreaded sticker shock. Here's what you'll need to know when it comes to do-it-yourself window tinting.
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