Hugh MacKay said: (quoted from post at 06:11:26 08/29/07) ....Best policy is to have clear cut answers for any questions, never hesitate.
Amen to that Hugh! I too cross back and forth to Canada fairly regularly – your advice is right on.
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I’ve never brought a tractor across the border so I cannot comment on that process. However a few other tips based on my border crossing experiences since 9/11:
- Have your paperwork (especially photo ID) for yourself and all passengers ready to hand over BEFORE entering inspection.
- Have clear, concise answers for any questions the inspector(s) might ask.
- Be prepared for random, odd-ball questions. A few I’ve been asked recently:
“Who is the registered owner of this vehicle?” (Bear in mind this info is displayed on the inspector’s terminal BEFORE you are signaled into the booth…)
“Will your trailer be returning to the US with you?”
“Do you have pepper spray onboard?”
“What is your relationship to your passenger?” (In this case my 24 year old daughter)
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Also.....if you a driving a diesel-powered vehicle that's noisy at idle, often the first thing the inspector will tell you is to shut it down so he/she can hear answers to their questions. Good practice then is to kill the engine as you roll to a stop and before the inspector asks.
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