Good rate for oversize?

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  1. D.Tibbitt

    D.Tibbitt Road Train Member

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    Thank u guys for all the info , i know which questions to ask next time when im ready to get something oversize and also things to think about like permit routing, travel restrictions, crane appts etc and making sure i get a good rate on top of all that . alot different trip planning than legal freight and ill know how to prepare next time so thank u guys for helping a brother out
     
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  3. D.Tibbitt

    D.Tibbitt Road Train Member

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    LOL yeah i know, just overwhelmed a little being a new owner op trying to figure it all out but ill be better prepared next time and know what to look for and ask
     
  4. Superhauler

    Superhauler TEACHER OF MEN

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    Ask, even if ya feel stupid asking. Better safe than sorry. Good luck.
     
  5. brianv31

    brianv31 Light Load Member

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    Speaking of trip planning, parking is more of a hassle overwidth too, you don't just fit any place. I don't know what your normal style is, but you probably want to be a bit more strategic about where and how you park than normal because it's not just thinking about the possibility of some yahoo taking your hood off, but now he/she may pinstripe your load too if you give an opportunity for such shenanigans to take place. TS without lined parking spaces tend to be popular with OS.
     
  6. D.Tibbitt

    D.Tibbitt Road Train Member

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    I do tend to gravitate towards the stops that have dirt lots and usually a couple oversize parked there, but that is a great point and something else i will make it a point to factor into the trip , i could definatly see myself getting into a bind like that on my first load
     
  7. xsetra

    xsetra Road Train Member

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    Some states require you to have fuel stops listed on permit route.
    I would buy an annual Wisconsin ($99).
    If you think you'll do a couple permit loads in a year. Good for 12 consecutive months, not expire at the end of calenders year.

    12' 6" wide. Plate steel is easy. A box 8' high plenum a little more skill needed.

    Each state has a website for oversize. If you're going to haul oversize. Read them now, so you know what is required.
    Every state is different.

    Parking at night usually this time of year ,with an oversize, you'll park with plenty of parking available. 500-550 miles of travel a day. Sunset around 5pm.

    Summer time more daylight, you can have a harder time finding parking at sunset.
    Good luck.
     
    Last edited: Dec 27, 2019
  8. blairandgretchen

    blairandgretchen Road Train Member

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    @Old Man told me this before my first wide load - get a tape measure and measure distance from the edge of your mirror drivers side to passenger side -

    Makes it a little less daunting.
     
  9. kylefitzy

    kylefitzy Road Train Member

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    FYI At 11’6” tn and Kentucky are 24/7 movements with proper lighting and no holiday restrictions.
     
  10. Cabinover101

    Cabinover101 Heavy Load Member

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    You made the right decision
     
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  11. Cabinover101

    Cabinover101 Heavy Load Member

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    ...AND Sign everything!!!! Indiana will fine you and can deem your permit not valid if it is not signed
     
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