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If the truck is registered as a "Motor Home" (i.e. RV) then they never should have given you the IFTA decals in the first place. The problem you may have is if the box on the M109 is empty (i.e. no toilet or bed) and you get stopped by a Commercial LEO you're going to have a hard time defending...

Found it. Been looking for it for the past 15 minutes. I remembered seeing it a while back but couldn't remember what the thread was. http://www.steelsoldiers.com/5-ton-up/64687-gvwr-m916-2.html#post767416 "Holland part# XA-351-A-L-P (cost new about $800.00)" BTW, thanks Soni for this...

Well, okay. There's one that will (though when I had them for my semi truck insurance a few years ago they told me that the 30 days did not apply to large trucks). But that does not mean all companies do the same. Many insurance companies won't touch anything bigger then a 1 ton and to assume...

Did you tell them how big this vehicle is and that it weighs over 10,000 pounds? While a standard auto policy does have a 30 day grace period I have yet to see an insurance company that will apply that grace period to anything bigger then a 1 ton truck. I highly doubt they would cover you in a...

Sorry, wasn't me. But here's a link to a CDL manual that has the info. It's on page 12 of the manual (page 18 of the PDF file). Section 2.7 - Managing Space. http://www.dmv.org/fl-florida/cdl-handbook.pdf Ruppster

I agree and that was my first thought too when I first read the question. But I am giving the OP the benefit of the doubt for the moment and treating it as a legit question till I see any thing that proves otherwise. :) Ruppster

First off I would like to say welcome to SteelSoldiers. Always nice to see fresh blood join in on the fun. I hope some of the skepticism shown by a few does not deter you but you have to look at it from their point of view. While this may not have been your intent you join SS and without posting...

First off welcome to SteelSoldiers. Nice to see another person join in on the green disease. :) As far as your question about rims it all depends on what your plans are. Since this is your first and only post at the moment and you have yet to post an intro that tells us what truck(s) you have...

If it runs but has no brakes I may be able to help get it to the Macon area (if your EUC clears soon) but I wouldn't be able to get to it till a Saturday. I was supposed to make a trip up to Macon this weekend but have had to put the trip off till the 5th of March. I will be heading up I-75 to...

When I learned how to rebuild engines I was taught it was okay to re-use bearings as long as they were in spec and went back to the same journal on the crankshaft as they have become a matched set. Same with lifters and cam lobes on a V8 gas engine. Since the bearings have worn some to become...

The problem is the CDL manual is targeted at those who truly need a CDL, it's not usually intended to cover the legal requirements for someone driving a big truck for personal use. It assumes you will be driving in commerce. I highly recommend finding out what state statute covers the air brake...

I know they're not for the 747 trailer but another SS member has a set of ramps for the M172 trailer for sale in the classifieds: Ramps for M172 lowboy trailer - Steel Soldiers::Military Vehicles Supersite Located in Camp Wood, TX. Could they be modified to work in case you can't find...

:ditto: Love the looks of Soni's truck and trailer but every time I see it it makes my 350 Cummins powered International and 35 ton drop deck look like a Tonka toy. :) Just wish I could afford such a beast in Florida. Florida does not accept Toterhomes as RV's so it would have to have...

Hello from Florida. And welcome aboard! Ruppster

Got to love the 2 stroke Detroits. I have an 8V71 DD in my 1972 Dodge truck. If you are looking for a forum that has some DD experts I suggest the forums over at the American Truck Historical Society web site (www.aths.org). There are several people over there that can tell you every thing you...

As others have mentioned things vary from state to state. The Federal guidelines do not require DOT inspections unless it is used in commerce, nor do they require a CDL or U.S. DOT number as long as it is just for personal use. But that is only the Federal guidelines as each state has the option...

Yes, two 12 volt batteries. That's what the truck has already. The higher the CCA the better as this will give you more cranking time if you need to prime the lines with fuel. Might be able to score a couple of the correct type if you hit the swap meet at the rally this weekend. A couple of 5...

http://www.steelsoldiers.com/upcoming-events/63827-first-florida-chapter-mvpa-rally.html http://www.steelsoldiers.com/upcoming-events/63326-flmvpa-rally-swap-meet-feb-11-13-a.html Heading up there from Tampa tomorrow morning. Ruppster

No, you just need to find a transport company that has a winch on their trailer and can pull it up on to the trailer. :) I have a 35 ton drop deck trailer but no winch, that's why I offered to help with just my truck if you were able to get a tow bar. If you are going to have it towed by the...

Is it made two different ways or is it just a plate that is bolted in between the two halves of the rim? Looks to me like it's a plate in the middle of the two halves. Ruppster