semi as a rv hauler?

The HVUT comes in at 52,000 lbs., I think ...if you make it a single axle I don't think you would have to pay it.

You are so right about the cost of light duty trucks... ridicules. A good, older flat top or mid-roof would work great for you.

I'm not sure what you will need as far as a CDL... I think California requires them now but I'm not sure of other states.

Try an RV forum...you should get some answers over there.

 

Goldwing,

There may be an issue about brakes in some states. Not sure what they use now on RV of that size...surge brakes?? Electric??? Seems I recall mention of using an air brake vehicle towing an electric brake trailer was a no-no. I see it done regularly but you might outta check that out.

 

HVUT is for commercial vehicles, not private.

 

It is just a 12 volt system.

My Dodge has enough electric to activate them, then the semi will also.

As far as the 5th wheel, I think they are different. Contact a RV dealer and ask them on it.

 

http://www.rv-boondocking-the-good-life.com/hdtrvtowvehicle.html

 

I've hauled 5th wheel campers all over the country, using an old freightliner big truck.

I do Not agree with that article, I'd rather have a good dodge dually.

The only advantage was the power, and you can get by with the 1 ton.

There is no comparison, if you can do a ridealong with somebody, you'd see what I mean !!

 

I use to use my old truck on weekends to haul my 45 ft 5er to the dunes. I wired in a break controller after that all I have to do is slide the 5th wheel all the way back and go.