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Aug 13, 2009 | 05:38 AM

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Bonshawman

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From: Miami Florida

Nuances of Florida statutes:
My FL60 (single axle, sleeper cab) is considered a "straight truck" in Florida (hence the length issue) not a "Tractor Trailer" because I use a gooseneck hitch, which is omitted from Florida statutes. A "truck tractor carries a portion of the weight of the trailer by use of a fifth wheel connection". Since it is not a "fifth wheel connection", it cannot be a "truck tractor" - how idiotic ! Also, you can convert (title) a truck tractor to an RV, but you cannot convert a straight truck to an RV -

I think some of the "branch water" that our legislators drink is tainted.....

Aug 13, 2009 | 06:52 AM

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haulin-rv

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From: Illinois

Indiana has a 65ft rule unless you are using a 5th wheel too.

Aug 13, 2009 | 09:52 PM

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DonCheadle

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Originally Posted by RickG

The CDL is determined by the combined GVWR of the truck and trailer . I've never agreed with that because the GCWR of a dually is around 23,000 lbs. Why require a CDL if you don't go above the truck GCWR and don't load a trailer to its capacity . For example having a truck with a GVWR of 10,000 and pulling a trailer with a GVWR of 18,000 lbs. but never exceeding a combined trailer and cargo weight of 16,000 lbs.

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Originally Posted by haulin-rv

BTW I would just get the class a again you won't regret it. Get a heavier duty trailer than what you think you'll need. Plate the truck/trailer for more than you think too. You won't regret it for 2 reasons, 1. you won't get that over weight ticket and 2. You won't have to turn down that good load because it will put you 200 pounds over weight.

I'd certainly listen to what these two ^^ have to say...they seem to be the only ones actually doing what you are asking about...and they sure seem to know their business, eh?