Loading and securing my Hermetic favorite

1tinman9 · Post by **1tinman9** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 10:50 am

Hi
I’m new to the forum, I’m in need of help with getting my Hermetic favorite 318 home.
I’m to go look at it tomorrow and wondering how I’m to get it in the back of my truck safely and secure it properly...it’s a 2 hour drive on mountainous roads.
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Kim

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 11:07 am

Take it apart as best you can. Whoever your getting it from should know how--if not they are an idiot!!!

When ya get it inside at home--post again as far as putting it back together. Be SAFE!!

1tinman9 · Post by **1tinman9** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 11:33 am

What tools do you suggest I take ?

And Thank you !

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 1:23 pm

screw driver--adjustable wrench--WD40 & a big ass hammer in case all else fails!!! LOL Asst. wrenches--hopefully the people there will have tools--but just throw a bunch in a lil tool box

Post by **franco b** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 1:30 pm

Hand truck and ramps for the truck bed. Rope to tie down. Legs and doors should come off easily.

1tinman9 · Post by **1tinman9** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 6:15 pm

I wonder if anyone has any pictures of a particular disassembled one ? Or what part should I attempt to separate other than the doors and legs?

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 6:39 pm

Stick with the doors & legs T--Just strap her in good.

1tinman9 · Post by **1tinman9** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 6:59 pm

If I use the hand truck, won’t it’s own weight mash the fenders ? I’m assuming it weighs about 285lbs to 300lbs?

freetown fred · Post by **freetown fred** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 7:17 pm

Don't mash it, just snug it up.

Post by **franco b** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 8:07 pm

Trim rings will lift off. the bottom apron is strong enough to stand some side pressure.

1tinman9 · Post by **1tinman9** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 8:23 pm

If I get it home I’ll send pictures tomorrow night

CapeCoaler · Post by **CapeCoaler** » Thu. Nov. 07, 2019 11:31 pm

Moving pads...
Lots of padding and straps to keep it still...
On the twists...