Horse Trailer Accidents: Learn What Happens in a Wreck

• The incident involved a trailer crashing off Interstate 95 after hitting an obstacle at speeds between 70 to 75 mph, leading to structural damage.
• Damage included a bent coupler, which was cut off post-accident, and the spare tire being pushed into the back of the truck.
• Other damages were primarily dents along the side from colliding with trees.
• The repair process involves removing the exterior sheets, which are attached using a 3M chemical bonding process, also known as 3M tape.
• The use of 3M tape avoids metal-on-metal contact, reducing noise and vibrations and providing a smoother ride.
• Demonstrating the durability and effectiveness of the tape, it's noted that even after significant wear, the tape maintains its elasticity.
• This elasticity allows the metal sheets to expand and contract independently from the structural frame, preventing warping that would occur with traditional mechanical fasteners like rivets or screws.
• The tape also acts as an insulated membrane, enhancing the trailer's watertight barrier and preventing the corrosion and wear typical of metal fasteners.

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