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🚍 What It's Like Driving a Heavy Duty Truck (HDT) as an RV Hauler Tow Vehicle
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- Опубликовано: 18 май 2020
- #hdt #rvhauler #heavydutytruck #towvehicle
"Driving An HDT 101": Dave talks and shows what it is like to drive a semi-tractor heavy duty truck (HDT) as a tow vehicle RV hauler with a 40 foot fifth wheel and a 9 foot tote attached on the back. He talks about the brakes, the dashboard readings, cruise control, truck accessories, his 76 foot length and what checks we make after we stop at a rest area. 👀😲 See why it was good thing we stopped at the rest area and did our check! 👀 😱
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💥 VEHICLES
RV Hauler: 2009 Volvo 780 HDT; D-16; Engine tuned to 535hp; Singled out with a 2.64 rear end ratio; I-Shift transmission
RV: 2015 DRV Mobile Suites 38RSB3
Daily Driver: 2013 Smart Car Passion ForTwo
Trailer: 6-foot Freedom Hauler (Idaho Tote)
Play Toys: Two Can-Am F3T Spyders
The view in that cab is second to none!! Amazing!!
That's true. Can see what's up ahead long before others. Thanks for watching.
You guys are awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Our pleasure! Thanks for watching Javier.
Love the view when in the cab going down the road. Sometimes traffic is a pain in the butt. If you really want to see the country it’s the only way to go. Love watching you guys, stay safe and keep the shiny side up.
Thanks for watching Tom. I like that....keep the shiny side up. 👍😁
I always carry a spare belt and tensioner after I had one go while on the road.
We always have belts, but the tensioner is somethin we'll have to add.
Great, great, great job on this video, it has answered so many questions! Right now I’m finishing up a PhD and am seriously considering an HDT for when I eventually get a new 5th wheel, when I’m done with my studies. I have a 2009 Big Horn that I towed with a 2500 Ram diesel. I loved that truck, but I felt every pebble on the road. I had a bump in the road, so to speak, with my health and had to sell the truck. I still have the 5th wheel because I live in it. I’m doing better now and look forward to the day I can travel again. I’m single, so I do the job for two, and I don’t mind it but I have always secretly loved the HDTs, I just didn’t think I could do it. Your videos, this one particularly, and others, have showed me this is a dream that can come true. Thanks again and safe, safe travels.
Hi Joy. Thanks for watching. Give you kudos for handling the fifth wheel yourself. Do your four legged fur babies enjoy traveling? We meet more and more people these days (especially woman) that travel on their own. Really glad our videos help. Stay safe and enjoy the journey.
Terrific video - I love all the detailed questions and Dave's straightforward answers. And what a beautiful rig!
Thanks so much Quade. Appreciate you watching.
What a great video. You can really see for miles from drivers seat. 🤓🤓🤓 Thank you for the drivers point of view. Watching this video makes me want to get that freightliner m2. I have my eye on 42' Riverstone Rkfb.
Thanks again.
Glad you enjoyed the video. Thanks for watching. Go for that freightliner David. Just do it. 😉
I have a Volvo 780 also, and saw them making your spider racks. My truck breaks down more than yours. But it's still the safest way to pull a fifth wheel.
Sorry you have the breakdowns. Agree, still the best way to pull a fifth wheel.
Great video, good info
Thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed it.
Hello, I'm new to your channel, Entertaining, Very Nice.
Welcome aboard. Hope you enjoy our journey.
Great video guys. This is some of the info I most wanted to hear about, as we are contemplating buying an HDT in the near future !
Glad it was helpful! Good luck on your journey.
Maybe someday when you’re sitting around wondering what videos can we do now, you can make a video on your video cameras that surround your set up, I find that very interesting on how they work
OK, thanks for the idea.
Good video...good info 👍 about your engine brakes...got tickled about 7% grade..try that with 105000lbs..🤣..that pretty bule seat cover would be somewhere else...lol..looking forward to the day we can be only 75 feet long..(232)...we definitely have to catch you guys on the road someday...be safe...keep having fun...😉🙃...J&A
Thanks for watching again Jeanne & Alex. Yep, we're gonna have to meet up and swap stories.
Great "How to" video. Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching John. We appreciate it.
Most enjoyable video. Many thanks.
Thanks Steven. Glad you watched and enjoyed it.
70 MPH @ 1150 RPM 2.87 rear end ratio.
Actually 2.64 ratio.
Thank you! Very informative
Thanks for watching ZeebNinja.
This was very good and informative.. I would love to see you guys do a "Live Drive" so we can how Dave handles that BEAST on a real trip. I would also see how you guys handle your approach into a camp ground.. That would be interesting...
Hi Redjaguar. That was a live drive in Florida. Unfortunately, Florida is extremely flat. We'll have to do one when we get back to mountains again next fall. Then you'll be able to hear the motor and brakes doing their job. Thanks for the idea. Also, yesterday we came into a campground that had a tight turn and skinny bridge. I think I have captured that on the dashcam. If I did, I'll include that in the video. It won't be published for about a month, but watch for a video on Hidden Oaks in Arley, AL in the future.
@@WattsOnWheels Outstanding and thank you so much for the consideration of my request.. You guys have an awesome channel, Keep up the great job.. 😃
@@RedJaguar100Travels We appreciate your comments
Definitely gonna subscribe to your channel
Thanks TAT. We appreciate you watching and subscribing.
Hi David and Karen great video
Hey Mike Mike Mike. Thanks for watching!
Love your rig.
Hey thanks Dennis. Appreciate it that.
Great video I learned a lot. very cool thank you for making it
Thanks for watching. Figured someone might be interested. :-)
Great info. Do you have a video on “making” and setting up camp? What happens from the time you arrive at the campground, through unloading the car and spiders, to backing into your spot and disconnecting and parking Leroy? You know, the whole process.
I looked through your videos and didn’t see one. Apologies if I just missed it.
Not in all one video. We usually drop the car first then set up in the campsite. Then depending on how long we are there and the weather, drop the Spyders later. It's had to run the video and get into a spot at the same time, but maybe some of these will answer your questions. If not, let me know more specifically what you'd like to see. Always like suggestions.
ruclips.net/video/dizSaQZ3FQE/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/W1A_SwOXCzo/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/Vzdgp92HIdE/видео.html
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Thanks for the suggested videos. I’ll take a look at those.
FYI . . . I’m currently in a motorhome (CC Magna), but I’m intrigued by the HDT RV hauling concept. Been doing some research on it and the only thing I don’t see a lot of talk about is the setting up camp part. That’s why I was hoping you guys had a video that showed from the time you arrived at the campground, till the time Dave is sitting in his camping recliner sipping a cold one!😎
Just trying to get a feel for what all’s involved in that process.
Good information about your HDT, but did I miss something? I noticed that you have named everything except the Can-Ams?
Good catch Kurt. Actually we have named them....Dave's is Bucket List and Karen's is Southern Comfort. Thanks for watching.
Where you're from in Texas, I noticed that the truck is registered in Texas.
It's registered in Montana. We live in Georgia.
Have fun that cool o be Safe
Thanks for watching Vincent. You be safe too.
Do you have a video on backing up both trailers?
You might like this one. ruclips.net/video/dizSaQZ3FQE/видео.html (Big Rig, Blind Back-in)
@@WattsOnWheels Thank you! You make it look easy!
It’s weird seeing Zippy getting towed in the camera. It looks like you’re dragging a car sideways behind you. So how many beers to keep it between the white lines? 😂🤣😂. JK
Lol! As many as I want as long as I keep one eye shut and 2 hands on the wheel. Nah...no beer until arrival. :-)
Your fuel economy is great. What is your total weight? I would guess around 34K-40K? My Wanderlodge is over 50K and with toad is 55K and the best I can do is 6.15 with the electronic display. I figure it's a little less than that with the generator running. You have a great rig. Thanks for sharing. I appreciate it.
Our total complete full is probably 21000 RV and 30000 Truck and 3000 for the tote and car.
Florida doesn’t bother you about the tote behind the fifth wheel camper? Just wondering cause I looked up Florida law they say no second trailer behind a camper. Because I was going to buy a tote for my fifth wheel
No problem yet. It is an extension. Per Freedom Hauler: "Freedom Hauler bolts to a special mounting bracket that is installed on your RV’s frame. Its 2-point connection makes it an extension of your vehicle that does not count as pulling doubles."
So I am kinda curious seeing as you have air brakes and are driving basically a semi tractor do you have to cross scales and have a special license? Remember Dave can’t trust anybody even at a rest area.
No, the truck is registered as a motorhome, no longer a commercial vehicle, therefore no scales and no special license is needed in GA.
Have you towed that fifth wheel and your Smart vehicle in California? I think in this state, it would not be allowed.
We have not been in California. We have heard it can be a problem and have heard it is not a problem.
If you were using Waze, you would’ve been informed of Johnny law 1000 to 2000 feet before his approach. Safety third !
My wife uses Waze sometimes, but it's been a while. I'll have to remind her. Thanks
Hi... 👍😎
Hi Ron. Thanks for watching.
We also have a Freedome Hauler and have received conflicting information regarding towing vs extension in Florida from two different authorities. Clearly you have not encountered any highway patrol interest regarding the dolly as evidenced in the video. Just looking for the true grit (read statute) regarding FL regulation regarding dolly.
I'll have to check out what they consider a dolly in FL. Just spent 3 1/2 months in FL no prob.
@@WattsOnWheels just so you know I was initially directed to a highway patrol office up north (can't remember where). I was told at that time if the dolly had wheels it was illegal. When I pushed for the specific statute that states that the conversation went left. The next time I was directed to a different office that said they were not aware of any restrictions regarding the freedom hauler/idaho tote
The Freedom Hauler is considered an extension of the trailer, therefore not classified as an additional trailer (double tow). My question is about combined length. Most states the maximum combined length is 65' with a few up to 70', so how can you be legal at 74'? Have you ever been stopped for length? I know California is a stickler for on their trailer laws.
Thanks, Maury
Nice rig. Where did you get those seat covers.
Thanks Thor. The covers came with the truck purchased used, so don't know where they purchased them. 🤔
If you were registered as a commercial vehicle would the overall length restriction not be a factor and you would just have to have the trailer less than 53'.?
I would say for commercial that is probably true unless you are pulling tandem trailers.
@@WattsOnWheels I will probably have to keep my rig commercial when I start doing what you all are doing, living life :). My current 2020 Volvo has a 12ft sleeper on it and my new one next year will have a 16ft sleeper. Any 5th toy hauler I pull will have me at 70+ft. Plus for starters I will just work the Summer months and travel the other 3 seasons. Love the vids, nice job!
@@ktmkarl sounds like you will have plenty of room even without a 5th wheel. :) We have camped in the Volvo only.
Can your speedo be recalibrated to MPH vs KPH or do you just use the GPS to gauge speed?
Both are on the analog dial indicator. The KPH is on the outside and the MPH (much smaller) is on the inside of the half circle dial indicator. However, I use the Garmin if I'm using it. Otherwise I'll use my cell phone speed app just because it's easier to read.
So I have another question. I’ve been watching other videos on HDTs as RVs, and this particular person (I’m not going to mention names) said that HDTs have length restrictions determined by the state. Have you had any issues with going into various states and being over a length limit? Thanks again for your videos!
Hi Joy. We have not had any issues in 25 states over 2 1/2 years. We have had the DOT drive by us and check us out 2 times, but not stop us. We think that was more for going by the weigh scales than for length. We have met a number of RVers with HDT's and have not found one yet that had a problem. It doesn't mean no one has ever had a problem, it just means we haven't found any one that has and so far so good for us. We always try to make sure that we stay in the right lane, not exceed the speed limit and be a courteous driver to not bring any additional attention to ourselves. We have heard California could be a stickler and we plan to go there later this year. When we do, we plan on leaving the tote behind the fifth wheel in a storage unit as we don't want them to think we are double towing and it will make us 9 feet shorter (about 65-66 feet). Hope that helps.
Natural gas engine into a RV LNG Cummins engine
Interesting. Never heard of LNG.
Who do you use for insurance? I'm going to use my freightliner.
Safeco.com with the HDT registered as a motorhome.
@@WattsOnWheels ok thank you! I did get a quote for truck and trailer will be $250 a month. Just seeing if that's a fair price.
What? No boat & trailer too?? LOL
Hey Lee. If we could figure it out, we'd get a side by side and bring a pontoon. 😁🤣
Did you change to air brakes on the trailer or ordered it that way?
Changed them out. We have 2 videos on it: ruclips.net/video/iCH1mUa_dQA/видео.html and ruclips.net/video/LgZ2sCqX9tE/видео.html Thanks for watching.
How do you register it as a motorhome and is it expensive to insure? Im looking at buying an HDT.
Contact your local DMV office to find out what the requirements are. For example, not being used commercially, has a frig , microwave to cook, place to sleep and bathroom (portapotty ). We pay $2545/yr for both truck and RV...Safeco.
@@WattsOnWheels Thanks for the reply, it was very helpful.
Do you need Class-A CDL to drive this setup? Very interested in full time RVing in class like this?
No. It is not commercial. It is also titled as a motorhome.
@@WattsOnWheels How do register it as an rv, and is it expensive to insure? Im looking to do the same thing.
Do you have any legal issues with your overall length? I was under the impression that 65 foot was the legal limit.
Likewise.
65 feet is legal length for commercial. We aren't illegal until we get pulled over and told we are. ;)
65’ overall length, That is if your trailer is over 53’ or you are in a state with special regulations like fifth wheel pin to trailer axle or rear overhang lengths. Or certain roads that have restrictions in length or many others
Rules that you might have to contend with.
Having your driving position up higher than most traffic allows you to look farther ahead which improves safety. This will reduce stress while driving and allow better response to changing traffic conditions. This is just one of many benefits of a HDT.
Accurate??? Close enough, nothing to get to excited about. Lol
Is a CLD required for towing your own RV? ( I gave up my CDL years ago , just kept my regular drivers license and motorcycle license ).
No it is not required as their is no commercial hauling involved. No one is hiring or paying you. We also have our truck titled as a motorhome.
If you're worried about the pin being pulled, when you stop like that, set the trailer brakes and while gently pulling on the trailer...set the tractor brakes. God himself won't be able to pull the pin.
Good one Charles. That will absolutely work!!👍😁
I will be honest here, as a truck driver of 25 yrs, you all scare me. People think they should be able to jump into a semi truck and be able to what they want with little to no education on a big rig. Even people driving class A diesel pushers. You may not be driving a 80k or more vehicle but you all are still driving a semi truck. And I have to have education, training and license and endorsements to prove I can drive one.
Did have 2 days of training. I know what you're thinking. Also used to back semis into GM loading docks for 2 years.
Watts On Wheels I’m glad you have some training and experience. But there are many out there that do not.
Do you get concerned about length some don’t allow you’re length
Yes for a couple reasons. Campground accessibility and Johnny Law. It's the chance we take and we purposely stay out of California because we have heard that is one state that may ticket you and could send you packing back out.
How offend do you ride your motorcycles.
We ride them at nearly every campground we go to unless we are going to have bad weather the whole time or we are just doing a couple day stay.