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Re: TC insurance and auto policies...
I have Nationwide on both truck and truck camper. They are separate policies. I carry a $250 deductible on each. I have yet to find a more reasonable rate and believe me I've compared. I also have Nationwide's Roadside Assistance which has proven to be better than my former Good Sam and Coachnet for less than one third the price. Unfortunately, I needed to submit a claim on my former truck camper when it almost burnt to the ground due to Host's shoddy workmanship. Nationwide stepped up to the plate and handled everything without any problems. I have been very happy with their service and prices.431Views0likes0CommentsRe: 2016 GMC Sierra 3500 SRW vs. Ambition 38FB - Am I safe?
Tama2112, The other requirement for you to tow that combination, if you have a North Carolina Drivers License, would be a Non Commercial Class A Drivers license. Any combo's GVWR over 26000 requires that designation on your license. I think that rv is too heavy to safely pull with your tow vehicle.329Views0likes0CommentsRe: Plattekill, NY to Gettysburg, PA to Elizabethtown, KY
You won't have any problem on Rt 30 off of Rt 15. The Koa is about 7 miles west of Rt 15. You will drive thru the town of Gettysburg. However with that small of a rig, it will be no problem. I would strongly suggest getting reservations. If you can. All of the campgounds are packed at this time of year and no boondocking is allowed in the county that Gettysburg is located in. Enjoy your time.640Views0likes0CommentsRe: License to drive motor homes over 26,000 lbs.
Lantley...if I pass the test, do I win a new RV? :B A trailer in excess of 10,000 pounds is considered a Class G in Maryland. It's considered "Non Freight" when towing for personal not commercial reasons. MD MVA recreational vehicles Under classes of licenses it states: A Class “A” non-commercial license driver’s license authorizes the licensee to drive combinations of Class F (tractor) and Class G trailer (over 10,000 lbs.) or vehicles (GCWR 26,001 lbs.) Definitions can also be found under Maryland statute 13-927. Let me know what I win!!!729Views0likes0CommentsRe: License to drive motor homes over 26,000 lbs.
Univmd - that's correct. A Maryland Non Commercial Class A License is needed to tow more than 10,000 pounds or a tow vehicle/camper combo that has a GVWR total of 26,001 pounds plus. Maryland is the same as PA when it comes to taking your test at a specific DMV office. Some are set up for "normal" vehicle testing and some are set up for CDL and large non commercial vehicles in addition to "normal" vehicles.727Views0likes0CommentsRe: License to drive motor homes over 26,000 lbs.
Cross21114 - I drove gassers all my life. The truck I have now is a diesel and I can't imagine going back to a gasser...well maybe due to the DEF addition of the newer diesels. Anyway, it sounds as if you possess a Class A CDL license. I say that your experience driving large vehicles could be passed successfully to any family member. Make them comfortable with driving and maintaining a large vehicle. It will only make them better and safer drivers in the long run. And passing that Non Commercial Class B examination will not be a problem. Then get whatever rig that you want and enjoy retirement. Many safe and happy travels to you and yours.727Views0likes0CommentsRe: License to drive motor homes over 26,000 lbs.
Cross21114 - You will not need a Maryland Non Commercial Class A to pull a TOAD. As long as your TOAD or trailer is under 10,000 pounds a Maryland Non Commercial Class B is all that's needed. Below quote is taken right out of Maryland's License handbook. A Class “B” non-commercial driver’s license authorizes the licensee to drive any single vehicle GVWR 26,001 pounds or more. Allows pulling a trailer under 10,000 lbs. (GVWR). If you have family or friends that are licensed in another state that has no requirements for special licenses on RV's, they can also operate your vehicle legally on their home state license. Don't give up the ship yet!727Views0likes0CommentsRe: License to drive motor homes over 26,000 lbs.
No real need to change your domicile although we all know there are some perks if you would. Anyway, the PA examination is fairly easy. You will have to complete a pre trip inspection before you go onto the actual road trip. Because of the size of the rigs, the road trip is the actual course that they take the CDL drivers on. So don't worry about small roads. Practice the basics and mind your P's and Q's. Don't let the rolling stop screw you up! Now Maryland is different. Maryland you must take a test before you get your permit. And unfortunately it's based on the CDL testing booklet. Be well prepared by reading thru the MD CDL booklet. Again, once you receive your permit, you must have someone that has an equal or higher class of license to accompany you in order to "legally" drive your vehicle. That person must accompany you to the exam site as well. In Maryland you must complete a full pretrip, backing maneuvers and road test in order to pass your test. It's not hard. Just requires practice and some study time. It can be done!237Views0likes0Comments
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