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California County Route A3 (south of Susanville)

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Ralph4159, Jan 12, 2013.

  1. Jan 12, 2013 #1
    Ralph4159

    Ralph4159 Heavy Load Member

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    A3 looks like a good cut-across/shortcut from one part of 395 to the other. I think I had taken it a long time ago but was too paranoid this time when I saw the 65' limit sign (I think I am slightly over that). Do most trucks with 53' trailers take that shortcut, or has it become some kind of trap with those length limit signs? Thanks.
     
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  3. Jan 12, 2013 #2
    double yellow

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    I wouldn't chance it -- big CHP presence in Susanville (lots of rookies fresh from the academy looking for any ticket they can write)
     
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  4. Jan 12, 2013 #3
    Boardhauler

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    If you have a 53' you are over 65' OA and they will bust you for it. A 53' is just too obvious, I'll sneak a 48, but no way would I try a 53'
     
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  5. Jan 13, 2013 #4
    otherhalftw

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    Local CHP lives on that road....not advised...besides it's only 12 miles farther doing it legal!
     
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  7. Jan 13, 2013 #5
    Sly Fox

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    Stick to your legal routes. If it's a matter of saving money, get more money for the load.
     
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  8. Jan 13, 2013 #6
    Onfriday

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    Local CHP, refer to it as a $450 toll road, don't do it.
     
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  9. Jan 13, 2013 #7
    Giltner1

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    My advise is take truck route it's only a few miles more.
     
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  10. Jan 13, 2013 #8
    Rugerfan

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    i personally know at least one fresh young CHP that works up there and they are crazy about writing tickets. especially to trucks... they dont mess around
     
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