Rear axle group?

When i pulled a 53. I went through the atlas and wrote down the states that required closed axles. On the west coast is Cali only. On the east coast is Florida, Tenn. All states northeast and most states northern.

Since the majority of my eastern loads involved routing through Tenn. Axles were closed. Every load i hauled on the east coast was light. So reaching 34 on the trailer wasn't an issue.

I don't know if it's possible. But the trailer i had wouldn't raise the trailer so i could slide the axle. Or if the axle could even slide once loaded. I always adjusted before loading.

 

Are there any states where a 48' fixed spread axle will be harassed?

 

Not that I'm aware of.

 

Yes. And i take advantage of it often. Very often.

 

No. A 48 ft trailer is exempt from any and all kingpin to axle laws. Go over 48 tho and many states will break out the tape measure. Ct, fl, ca, and tn are the ones that like to look for it.

However at least Florida will sell you an annual permit for like 50 bucks.

 

You get really good at balancing your load so thart you aren't over one the rear. It requires nothing but some basic math skills.