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Re: CDL vs Motorhome

To: "Charles R. Schultz" <n2pua4@peoplepc.com>,
Subject: Re: CDL vs Motorhome
From: "Patrick Washburn" <washburn@dwave.net>
Date: Wed, 4 Oct 2000 12:07:29 -0500

> Sorry, I don't know the exact crossover point, since I haven't had to
> take a written test on this stuff in at least 25 years.  I'm glad you
> caught me on this, 'cause I'd hate to give out incorrect information on
> a whim.
> 
> Back when I was taking those tests, some states probably did require a
> CDL-type license for this size rig (NY state's requirement was anything
> over 18,000 GVW capacity for the truck, can't remember how much trailer
> weight triggered it.)  Since the CDL's became a federal requirement,
> though, it standardized at the 24,000 GVW point, so this "RV" fits below
> that point.  
 
FWIW, I drive a 29,500lb GVW truck without a CDL.  It is a Motorhome by 
Wisconsin State law definition.  (Varies by State) 
Carries my car too!

PLW

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