DOT reflective tape for trailer?
 

Anyone know a good source (or works for DOT lol) for the red/white striped reflector tape to run down the sides of my trailer? I prolly need like 50', I'd guess.

Like this stuff ....... Ooohhhh Fred!!?????!! You already have my church card #! :D

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Are we supposed to have that on our trailers?????

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It's called "Conspicuity Tape". Do a search on the web, there are a ton of companies that sell it. I buy it through a company called Midwest Wheel

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Don't really know, but I want it on mine :)

Thx Mika ... I'll start google'ing' :D

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If you know anyone at Grainger, or that has a Grainger account you can get it there.

www.grainger.com

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I have got it form a vinyl supplier, called Ameriban. They do not have a web site but they sell Stimsonite Conspicuity Tape made by Avery. 6"Red/6"White 2" with, 50 yds 125.00, 10 yds 31.50 Part Number ATAPE6. Ameriban > 1800-654-8405 they take credit cards.

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thx sundaythunder ... Stimsonite by Avery is one brand, then there's 3M. Now that I am completely educated is just <30mins ... I'm wondering, as always :rolleyes: :rolleyes: which brand is the best?! :D Any opinions?

See explanation found by Googleing below:
Tape: There are 3 main manufacturer's of conspicuity tape; 3M, Stimsonite and Reflexite. These are marketed by various suppliers (Grote, Signal-Stat, Truck-Lite, etc.). Be careful when you purchase this tape because it is not all the same. We have discovered that there is a significant difference in the quality and composition of the materials. Make sure that you determine whether the product will stand up to pressure-washings and impact (some manufacturers will not warranty this damage). You can figure on spending between $95.00 and $120.00 for a 150ft roll of this stuff.

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just hit your local truck (semi kind) store, they have it in 50' rolls, it ain't cheap... and yes, you are suppose to have it or reflectors at certain intervals depending on what state you are in...

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I'm in Va also, and it's not required. I called DMV to ask. I did install a light every 6 feet down the length of my trailer instead though. I like the tape too and may have to get some now. Thanks A-hole... :drool: :rolleyes: :D

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Called DMV??? Now that is a brave move ... something I'd dare not do! :D :D Not in NJ anyway :eek:
:eek: :D :drink: for your stolen trailer?? :mad: Did you get a new one?

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call the dmv in nj, hope you have a good hour to wait and when you finally do get through... they wont know......

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Go to LOWE`S they sell it

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Hey thats the trailer i just bought for the scarab. I like it with the tape.

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If your trailer is newer than 2003 it should have the tape already on the sides as well as across the back as per ICC Regulations. :eek: So if you are licensing a "home built" trailer make sure you got the tape... :D Same as the "big trucks"

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There are also DOT rules on how to apply the tape :rolleyes: I will try to post them tomorrow. I.E. If you have a red light they want the red tape near the light. If you have an amber light they want the white tape near the light.

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Oreilley's Auto Parts has it.

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I looked and there are no Oreilleys in NJ. Their price is 89.99 for enough to do a 53 foot trailer or 10.99 for 4 -18" strips.Tammy said that Auto Zone may have it also.Hope that helps!Jim

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Thx Rich :)

Oh by the way .... WHERE'S MY STRAPS!! lol :D :D UPS problems?!

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Thx Jim ... I checked Advanced Auto Parts in NJ they were no help ... they could not even order it anywhere for me :rolleyes: I'll get in the Zone and check AutoZone :)

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HT .. pick me up a roll and drop it off with the milk ... wouldya?! :D

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Yes.... I needed the tape so that I could put it on the trailer when they police find it! :rolleyes: Yes, I bought a new trailer (this one actually fits the boat too!) The boat and trailer finally made it to VA 8-10 days before Christmas. It's in the shop now getting the drives checked/ re-finished, manifolds inspected, impellers, etc. I don't want anything to keep me off the water this summer. If you squint, you can see it in my avatar.
Russ C.
PS still dealing with settlement on the stolen trailer....(should be resolved this week)

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I use about 10 to 15 150' roles per month. If you Pm me your number I can call you tomorrow with the number of where I get it. I pay about $78 for 150' Roll and it's 3M. I don't think you can get it any cheaper.

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LH=Lanoka Harbor, NJ. Russ, any chance you'll be up here boating this summer, like maybe when the wife goes 'visiting' the relatives you'll have a good excuse to drop the Formula in for a little spin? L8R Chris

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Sounds like a smokin deal! I'll take that info for sure ... I only need 50-75' and maybe I can buy a roll and split it with someone else (Russ / t500hps? :) ) who needs half a roll!

Thanks dude PM sent :cool:

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Not sure where that is, but we do visit 1-2 times a year....I could have used this info this past summer!!! I did go to LI to look at a boat while we were there in early August....Some people's idea of great condition are different than others!! Ended up with a better deal anyway.
Russ C.

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MAPQUEST :D :D

It's about 8 miles south of Toms River, 44 miles north of Atlantic City, .001 miles west of Barnegat Bay :p :drink:

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njgr8ful...
I'll split it with ya. You must have sent a PM to Lubejobs, because I didn't get one. Do you want to order a roll, and then mail me the other 1/2. I can send you the $40ish plus freight whenever your ready.
Russ C.

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yeah that'll work ... as soon as I hear from Lubejob I'll let ya know.

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Got your PM. I will give you the number in the morning.