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Re: pulling a trailer with a one ton pickup
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Posted by willie j on March 05, 2005 at 06:22:25 from (205.188.117.7):
In Reply to: pulling a trailer with a one ton pickup posted by DaveH IA on March 04, 2005 at 21:27:03:
Dave Not meant to scare you, but there is a lot involved. If in doubt, first step is to call ahead to each state agency. Second step is to read the sign approaching weigh station. It will state "all trucks over x000# enter. Some states say 6000, some 8000, some 12000. That's gross weight. If I remember correctly, Neb says all pickups with trailers. Also check the truck weight rating, that includes tire rating. Example, the book on my GMC limits trailer gross load at 15000#, with 454 engine, dual wheels & 5th wheel hitch required. If loaded over the ratings, you have 2 choices, reduce the load or get a bigger truck before you move. In case of accident, even if the other guy does something stupid, you can be subject to complete inspection, all defects repaired before moving. This doesn't always happen, but it can. I have seen big rigs "red tagged" at weigh stations getting a complete brake job. Do you have "farm" plates on truck? In some states they are not valid more than 50 or 100 miles from home, & not valid if crossing state lines. In Minn "farm" plates only valid for farm use, picking up supplies in town or hauling farm products to market. Technically, picking up a loaf of bread or can of beans from the store is not permitted, but usually not stopped for this. Willie J (deisel pilot retired & former licensed peace officer)
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