Nice replies. This brings up another question: Chains. I read some posts here. Has anyone in this thread ever used them on a larger rig? I have seen a lot of debate about that. In many states you are required to have them onboard even if you never use them.
One school of thought is that if the road requires chains to move around, you shouldn't be pushing a 30,000 GVWR non-CDL vehicle and just wait it out. Avoid danger and not have to apply chains. But how careful is too careful when everyone else is still moving and a long DP is considered stable (on straight roads, barring any sudden stops or turns?
The counterpoint is to keep it moving if the plows have come through and sanded. Let the trucks keep the pace, and if you are experienced you will be OK. I do know that experience doesn't help much when someone else loses it and quick maneuvers are necessary that can put you off-kilter. Harder to stop/turn once the tires start sliding on a coach or any vehicle for that matter. I do not have the luxury of waiting for than a few hours.
I chained up a big-rig once and I never want to do that again. I wonder how it is on just one set of dualies?? And yes I know it is my obligation and responsibility to learn this before I hit the road :) I would hate for one of our first meetings in our travels for me to be waving as I slide backwards in the wrong direction....
