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Driving a motorhome over 26,000 pounds without non commercial Class B driver’s licenses if you are a Texas resident.

Concerning electrical power, after plugging in and switching on power, I always check the unit body and frame with an AC circuit tester. This will te if the electric supply is grounded properly and could prevent a shock. It has happened. If so, I unplug and get it fixed or move.

NO LAW about safety chains being crossed. Matter of fact it doesn't do what you think it does

you FORGOT the most important #8..... DO NOT LIVE IN NY(duh)!!!! 🤠

Class A motorhome weighing in at 10-12 thousand pounds? That is a very small MH. My rig weighs 38,000 pounds and yes you differently need to know your weight and road weight restrictions.

most new trailers have a single anchor point for safety chains now. Crossing them is pointless. They should have stuck with the 2 anchor points. I agree propane needs shut off, if you get in an accident, propane lines, hard or rubber can and will break/puncture and you have a deadly propane leak. Nothing to stop it from just emptying the tank on you. Which is why vehicles have fuel cutoffs so they don't "generally" keep pumping fuel out after taking a hit.

Some of the trucking laws are really stupid and/or questionable. We all see the so called hot shots, the typically dialog pickup trucks pulling trailers with all kinds of loads. Well if the truck has its bed on it, then it’s a truck, but if it’s not on, then it becomes a tractor, and can legally carry much more weight. I realize people can add freight to the bed, but does taking the bed off really change how much weight it can handle drastically? I say no

You should cross your chains, however it is not to make a cradle for the trailer lol. The fact is that they will hardly ever catch the trailer and keep it off the ground. Crossing the chains does help with turning tightly. You can confirm this by using a tape measure and see how much more it gives you without binding up. Of course as with all things, that only works with property mounted chains. The ones that are connected to the trailer at a single point is one not property mounted and two will not hold as much weight in thr event the trailer does come disconnected going down the road.

Great information, new subscriber here👋

Being over GVWR typically only applies to commercial for for hire/commerce with commercial license plates not private personal vehicles. RVs are exempt.

It's amazing how, when someone tries to inform us about a topic, instead of being grateful and taking it with a grain of salt, we find a way to tear it apart. Let's choose our battles carefully. Not everything needs to be a fight. Life is hard as it is. Choose love, not hate.

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Yes! You definitely need to pack your sense of humor when Rv'ing. Stuff happens. Life ain't perfect, and you just have to chill when something goes wrong. On the plus side, as you get older, camping will help keep you sharper mentally. It's both a mental and a physical challenge. Have fun out there!

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BOTTOM LINE STAY OUT OF NY IT WILL SAVE YOU ALOT OF MONEY AND MOST LIKELY YOUR LIFE. JUST SAYIN.

Propane... We have found our fridge will stay good including freezer for most days we drive. We don't go over 350 miles in a given day for our own reasons and we are good without Propane on during the drive...well, except when I forget. But even I don't like that.

NJ requires anyone towing a trailer to have three break down triangles or flares in the vehicle.

Over the weight limit is the one that I see the most. Towing mirrors is second.

At this very moment there are 2 RUclips channels (finding our someday) and (today is someday) out there driving around in free (Class C) RV loaners that don't fit their RV lifestyle. These RV fools have these 2 units jammed packed with most of their stuff from their Class A and Travel Trailer. I'm not talking about 100 LBS to 250 LBS over their Cargo Carrying Capacity, their driving around 500 LBS to 750 LBS over it, and when you call these people out, they just laugh or ghost you when you post a comment about it. The only way i can see your #3 law being enforced, is by making all RV's and Travel Trailers stop at all weight stations too. Just think how much extra revenue these states could bring in by making everyone stop and write tickets for everyone over their Cargo Carrying Capacity limit.

I like the way you got right to the point and explained the "why" to do or not to do certain things. Helpful advice. Thank you!

Great video, thanks but a Class A motor home along with a Super C motor home can weigh up to 45K lbs or more. Yes, you do have to do your homework when driving those things on secondary highways.

crossing my chains SAVED MY BOAT trailer hit a bump in the road hard enough the hitch came uncoupled at 45 mph…(two in the morning..no traffic..70 mile trip to the marina) thank GOD I decided to set chains for this ..short… trip!! had to use truck tire jack to get the hitch back on ball. great tips and reminders that what WAS LEGAL LAST YEAR… might not be this year

daviid crocket state park in tennessee- outside greeneville- people came in and went through the park just 2 miles over the speed limit- they got stopped tthen they went to teh campsite searched everything dumped their beer-- they werent even drinking yet just got back from teh store getting ready for the night time campfire

I had a CA trooper try to issue a ticket for no license plate for trailer that didn't require stay in my home state. Took a supervisor to get him to drop it.

Outstanding piece! Funny, informative, to the point. Well done, sir. Thanks for your inimitable style. It's been fun. See you again, I'm sure.

How does it work with propane in my diesel pusher that uses propane as engine boost.

Please post the actual law that states you can not travel with propane on. I am a law enforcement officer and the only times you can't travel with propane on is on specific roadways. Specifically tunnels and they are posted to turn off the propane. This is more of an urban ledged than anything.

The chains don’t cross. They simply twist. It’s not safer to cross anyway. Exceeding the GVWR is the most important thing not to do.

IF you find a WalMart that's not too sketchy to stay overnight in, ASK FIRST before you park AND ask WHERE you can park in their lot.

In several states it is illegal to drive over 55mph when towing a trailer.

Very good information. It's the little things that can screw up your whole day.

Very informative. As a trucker i can tell you the walmart thing isn't a "LAW", it's a policy depending on where you are. Always best to check with management first.

Some small towns far off the 4-lane offer overnight parking in their city parks.

If you need an overnight parking option, truck stops are always available. Pick a spot, get some rest, move on.

No pets?? That's weird

Wow. California less restrictive on much of this. Walmart parking varies from cities and counties, Bass Pro as well. Just call them and ask. (If you’re not driving a POS ((piece of shit)) most local cops won’t care but it’s probably a haven for homeless so beware). The CHP is almost non-existent in CA any more (long story). Just don’t stand out. I’m currently in Michigan on the UP. Northern California and some Central California have many beautiful destinations. I’m retired LE and trust me when I say, if you get pulled over and have a drivers license, registrations, and proof of insurance, most cops are impressed because most can’t do this. (Maybe a warning). Just don’t draw attention to yourself’s and you will be fine. Oh, BTW, stay far away from the Bay Area and the greater LA (not Louisiana) I’m talking Los Angeles) and you will be fine. You just might need a few extra dollars for fuel. Lots of boondocking & BLM land. Happy & safe travels ya’ll!!!

FL State Parks allow alcohol at your site only.

Get a GPS for commercial truckers.

please state the location crossed chains are required. and the motor trailer codes for such.

Some of these only apply to commercial vehicles

I had one RV park nailed me for not having my sewer hose on a flex bridge. The park said it was a city ordinance that no sewer hoses were allowed to touch the ground :o

Corp of engineers camp grounds are all no alcohol. They have zero tolerance on it. We watched a rig get impounded a few years ago because the people were drinking beer.

Just as soon as you said in New York, all came Crystal Clear!!!!!

Good old NY at it again take away all your rights

Sounds like Commifornia laws.

I think they frown on riding in the camper trailer while in motion or at least without a way to communicate with the driver.

Those issues only apply if you don’t know your position in the world.❤😂🎉😢😮😅😊

As for State Parks our experience is, if the Ranger don't see beer cans/liquor bottles you'll be all right. That goes for being loud and obnoxious behaver too. So be cool and enjoy an adult Coke or an adult lemonade on me.

Don't be afraid to break bad. Beer and camping is an american tradition. Also, if you're traveling/camping without protection, good luck out there.

Hey! New to the channel! That Fair Haven is awesome looking. A little far for me cuz I'm in Rockford, IL but would consider it for sure! Thanks for sharing!