Installation of a Live Floor

To prep for a Live Floor installation into an empty trailer, there are many components that must come together to make it all work.  In the video, you can see a quick overview of all the steps completed by our great team of mechanics and technicians.

1. Install the pipes and front hydraulic hoses.  Connect the hydraulic lines to the drive unit
2. Plumb from the pipes to the drive unit and install the pressure gauge on the shifting valve
3. Determine the length of the trailer by measuring and set aside enough subdecking
4. Set the jigs for the subdeck
5. Square up the subdeck and screw it down to the crossmembers
6. Install the bearings
7. Measure the trailer for the flooring
8. Install the floor
9. Drill and countersink for the floor bolts
10. Install the floor bolts and nuts
11. Install the rear blocks
12. Trim and slope board
13. Install tarp caddies and latch plate
14. Weld roll and stationary pipes together
15. Install the pipes in the tarp
16. Install tarp and the crank handle (or customer’s preference)
17. Install wheels, lights or other customization