Description

Overview

The Early Freighter curtain tensioner applies longitudinal tension to the sliding side curtain on compatible curtainsider trailers. This right-hand unit suits the right-hand front or left-hand rear position, where the ratchet mechanism pulls the curtain firmly along the trailer body.

Mounting position determines the required handing. This assembly covers two diagonally opposite positions and must not be replaced with the corresponding left-hand tensioner.

Features

• Right-hand ratchet tensioner configuration
• Suits early Freighter curtain systems
• Fits the right-hand front position
• Also fits the left-hand rear position

Specifications and Materials

Product type: curtainsider ratchet tensioner assembly.

Application: early Freighter curtain systems.

Operating position: right-hand front or left-hand rear.

Function: applies and maintains longitudinal curtain tension.

Part number: CV4018.

See the official Freighter T-Liner overview

Compatibility and Fitment

Confirm the trailer uses the early Freighter tensioner arrangement before ordering. Compare the mounting footprint, ratchet body, handle direction, curtain connection and installation position with the existing assembly.

The most likely ordering error is selecting the opposite-hand unit or a later Freighter tensioner with a different body and mounting arrangement. This right-hand version fits the right-hand front or left-hand rear only.

Related Parts

Check the related service parts below against the trailer setup before ordering.

Compliance and Safety

Release all curtain tension before removing the assembly and control the handle throughout its travel. Stored tension can cause the handle, curtain pole or adjoining hardware to move suddenly when the mounting fasteners are loosened.

Inspect the ratchet teeth, pawl, handle, mounting points and curtain connection during installation. Confirm the mechanism engages securely and holds the curtain under tension before returning the trailer to service.

Trailer Applications

Workshops fit this tensioner to older Freighter curtainsider trailers requiring a right-hand front or left-hand rear ratchet assembly. It replaces units affected by worn ratchet teeth, damaged handles, corrosion or movement around the mounting points.

The assembly allows the curtain to be tensioned for transport and released when side access is required for loading or unloading.

Why Choose ICS Trailers

Early and later Freighter tensioners can differ in handing, body shape and mounting arrangement. Send through photos of the existing unit, its trailer position and mounting points if the required version needs checking.

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