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Questions about custom sleepers

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Goodykos, Jan 7, 2014.

  1. Jan 7, 2014 #1
    Goodykos

    Goodykos Light Load Member

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    In order to drive one of those custom sleepers, do you need an overweight permit. I am no professional at those trucks, but wouldn't your drive tires be way overweight or your entire truck be over 80k?
     
    Goodykos, Jan 7, 2014
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  3. Jan 7, 2014 #2
    Jokingypsy

    Jokingypsy Medium Load Member

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    The law is still the same, heavier truck means you can haul less weight. Also, long wheel bases can make them impractical for some types of work.
     
    Jokingypsy, Jan 7, 2014
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  4. Mar 12, 2016 #3
    SnakeSkinssssss

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    I suppose it depends on what you haul. Most Truckers just compensate by getting a lighter trailers(Aluminum). Or maybe if you do heavy haul and you have a rgn, you are pretty much always overweight(In the USA).
     
    SnakeSkinssssss, Mar 12, 2016
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  5. Mar 12, 2016 #4
    tucker

    tucker Road Train Member

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    Why would you answer an old thread?
     
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  7. Mar 15, 2016 #5
    SnakeSkinssssss

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    Because I could. ;)
     
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