Long bed, short bed, 3/4 ton, 1 ton, 1.5 ton. What do I need for RV transport?

[@ricksmith7043]

This answered more questions for me in this one video than any of the others that I've watched. Thanks for doing this. It is VERY helpful.

[@TheEmmauswalk]

Great insights, Jared. Thanks for answering my questions. You have great videos. I was planning on switching from transportation of cars to RVs and your videos helped me to make the switch. Thanks safe travels

[@stephenrich3029]

Awesome with being able to run with cool folks. Also pretty cool seeing the 3 different trucks next to each to do this comparison with. Good info and great content as always.

[@mikephillips5541]

I have a Demco auto slide 5th wheel, love it moves when you turn no getting in and out.

[@TheProchargedmopar]

👍 Having guest truckers on was neat.

[@davidnorton36]

Great info I start orientation with horizon transport for driveaway next month hope to meet you on the road

[@oceanairbrush]

If you are smart the answer is none of the above. You should buy a freightliner m2 business class chassis. 10x the saftey, 5x the life expectancy.

[@alexeimisalov5975]

That’s a sick combo 450, 350 and 250 lots of opportunities for photo shoots!

[@hussein.shalwah1]

Any year truck ? Or there is something required? ... do you have to stop in the wight station?

[@iBANGgears]

I run a small business in the tourism industry which is only busy for about 4 to 5 months out of the year. I would like to purchase a new truck that I can use for my small business / personal use. I would really like to haul RVs in my off season to help with the expense of a new truck. I’m just wondering what I need to do in order to make the most money per mile (CDL, non-CDL, 3/4 ton, 1 Ton, f450-Ram4500). I was dead set on buying a 2021 high output ram 3500 dually, however I just met a guy over the weekend at a truckstop that was hauling an RV and he suggested I purchase a 3/4 ton for RV hauling because I can run paper logs and don’t have to log my trip home. What do you think about his idea? Once again I’m willing to get my CDL and buy a bad ass truck if it means I’ll make more. But I’m also fine with buying a 3/4 ton if that makes the same about of money. Thanks in advance

[@politicalsheepdog]

I'm glad I found this video. I'm stating with Drive away but want to get into Haul away. This answered the CDL question for me. My Class C-CDL doesn't really do anything for me in the Tow away division. I did contact a driving school in KC where I can get a Class A CDL in 4 weeks. Not sure of the cost yet.

[@robertborowski5240]

Thanks for all the info ! So what box size would you guys recommend the 8foot ? So the 90 degree turns are effortless ? The other question Dodge Chevy or ford in a 1 ton ? Thank you stay safe on the roads. God bless

[@jtnear]

I noticed the hose attached to your fuel cell vent. Where do you run that? I assume you are trying to keep diesel fumes out from under your cover, which I would like to do.

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

It goes to the breather on the factory tank

[@jeanmattison3600]

Do you use suspension springs ?? I pull a 3 horse slant gooseneck trailer. Looking at sumo or timberin springs.

[@pyroman49wedd86]

Show your hitch setups and what was the number for the fuel tank so I can find one like it thx

[@chucktherepairguy1108]

I have a 2005 ford f 350 6.0 and my gvwr is 11,500 lbs so I can haul a trailer with a gvwr 14,500 lbs and still be Legal and not have a cdl ?

[@demented_cycles]

What about an aftermarket fuel tank such as titan plus an auxiliary tank. Are you seeing anyone go with that setup?

[@JamesJohnson-gw1yi]

Whatever you're comfortable with

[@gregrumsey5768]

Do the bigger rigs pay better? I.e. Fith wheel VS bumper pull.

[@jmonserrat2018]

Do you make more money with a CDL ???

[@TheBearGospel]

Thank you

[@Capo120]

How do the logs work with u guys

[@21psd]

And in most states, a "CDL" (Commercial Class A or B drivers license) only applies to a commercial transporter. But as a private/recreational RV'r, a driver towing an RV will still need at minimum, a Non-Commercial Class A drivers license anytime their GCWR (truck GVWR + trailer GVWR) exceeds 26K or anytime they're towing a trailer with a GVWR greater than 10K lbs. Many RV'rs are unaware of this requirement since it is seldom inforced, unless a driver is involved in an accident while towing their RV.

[@douglaswotherspoon7687]

Nevada has a "J" license to cover that gap between 10K and 26K lbs. I guess other states may have the same thing.

[@veer4110]

so this guy or that girl is doing something wrong if she is pulling a 14-15k gvwr RV?

[@Metal_Stacking]

Florida driver license class E is 26001 lbs or under or any rv combo unlimited.

[@dalightmandalightman9638]

Pulling rvs how do you offset the dead heading

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I don’t have much dead head. Truck shows roughly 384k on the odometer. Take away what was there the day I started and were at 377k miles. I have roughly 280k loaded miles. It’s all about working the load board to your advantage

[@SuperDuty250]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 you have 384k miles on the f450?

[@caseyharris82]

@@SuperDuty250 correct

[@daleferguson2302]

Great video .looking into buying a used 1 ton dually. Cdl driver and I have never liked big rigs. Been doing line haul from Houston to Dallas 9 years now. Ready for something new .thanks

[@fabrisiorios726]

New followers here!! Very well explained video 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@tincanfilms]

Do you recommend a DRW or a SRW for the RV Transport business and how about 4x4 vs 4x2? Is a 4x4 really needed? Do you know the difference in fuel mileage between the two?

[@SuperDuty250]

Doesnt matter these trucks are strong enough to pull anything

[@jacobsnyder2305]

Next time you're in Avoca message me, I live literally 10 miles away from that rest stop and I have a ton of questions.

[@jeffpence2452]

Awesome video !!!!!!!!

[@Thompsonjay-888j]

Do rv transporters run elogs.?

[@motohobo8826]

I have a ram 3500srw and the gvwr is 12300. I also have my unrestricted CDL A, can I pull a trailer with a higher gvwr like 18000 and lets say 13000 empty as long as I'm not overweight on my rear axle? The gross combination on my truck is 24500 from the manufacturer and the trailer tow rating is 15900.

[@kinggzz]

EXCELLENT VIDEO, THANKS!

[@user-yp7im1su9s]

Please explain to us “Cdl” gross weight etc. some of us don’t know what cdl is and the difference is. I’m guessing it is a lic. Course you get to drive a certain weight/ length?

[@douglaswotherspoon7687]

CDL-Commercial drivers license. Allows you to haul loads over 26001 Lbs. A regular drivers license allows you tow up to 10,000Lbs depending on state. Nevada your regular DL will allow you to tow up 10,000Lbs. If you get their "J" license you can tow up to 26000Lbs.

[@DaydreamAboutNiceThings]

I am thinking of buying a truck for RV transport. I have CDL class A should I buy apportioned tags So I have higher limits on what I can haul ? I have never hauled over the road I have only drove dump trucks and pulled low boys. I have pulled our personal fifth wheel campers and race car trailers so I’m a rookie in all of this. I also will be applying to haul for Horizon as I have a friend that has hauled for them for a long time but he is not a CDL driver. Thanks for al of the info you have an awesome channel.

[@Ziggyzig213]

Do I need to run ELD hauling RVs?

[@AngelRivera-gp2io]

Another good video thanks

[@eroseberry74]

What cdl class?

[@davidburton3865]

One thing you didn't mention when you were referencing the door tags is the Payload Capacity, the Yellow Sticker in the door. You may be within the CGVWR (Combined Gross Vehicle Weight Ratting) but you could be over the Payload Capacity of the truck.

[@randygraham6979]

David Burton you need to understand weights payload or cargo capacity has no legal binding or standing unless you are not hooking a trailer and just using truck bed to haul read and understand the legal weights and how they are measured either as static weight or rolling weight either one its still axle gross weight and total gross weight for example a class 8 truck has gvwr of 38000lbs but hook that loaded trailer to that truck it becomes 80000lbs 12000lbs on steer axle 34000lbs on drive axles and 34000lbs on trailer axles so if you hook a loaded trailer to that 38000lbs gvwr class 8 truck that puts 12000lbs on the steer axle and 34000lbs on the drive axles then are you overweight on the truck? No you are not it becomes a combination vehicle so total gross weight comes into action as long as your not over any axle or set of axles and not over gvwr that's the easiest way to explain it payload or cargo capacity does not come into play with a trailer attached in the commercial world now its a whole different ballgame when you factor in spread axle trailers we won't get into that. So basically if it's works in the commercial world why not in the personal side of things?

[@alextrainor2552]

​@randygraham6979 you really need to learn how to use commas and periods.

[@dannytravis7118]

thank you I'm wanting to start rv hauling and was concerned about the truck size I need to do cdl size loads and what the difference is.

[@nelsonperez7988]

How are you men, I m about to buy a F 350 brand new to starting on Hotshot but I m looking your videos also, what you prefer the xlt or Lariat or maybe the platinum, I know the price is diferent but the diferent is no too big. Thank you

[@attackfpv]

The more basic the truck the more you can haul so I've heard. All the extra adds add weight and lower the amount you can pull

[@adrnvero1308]

If the rv doesn’t have tag in the back when u pick it up, do u need to have one for the company when situations like this happen

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

You are given a transporter plate that must be used on every unit

[@dcoderjr]

I'm guessing this video broke people's brains! Lol. So many fake tow police out there blow a gasket when they hear someone say just supplement the suspension in a 3/4 ton lol. Thanks for the insider perspective!!!

[@michaeljames63]

My 2015 Ram came from the factory with air suspension. I can adjust from the dash board. Has 4 diff modes and I believe 4" of height adjust

[@dcoderjr]

@@michaeljames63 I'm guessing you're talking about the 1500? I had one of those before getting my 2500. I loved my 1500 air suspension!!! I think the factory heavy duty air suspension only has 2 settings though whereas the 1500 factory air suspension has 4 settings right? Also my concern with my 1500 was the airbags go into protection mode sensing a certain payload where as the factory heavy duty airbag system has a much higher threshold before going into safe mode. But for the type of support this video is discussing I would probably do after market air suspension so your truck computer doesn't log all the info about how heavy the payload is that it's sensing.

[@johngail4904]

Thanks for Sharing!!

[@Zip_Zero_ZILCH]

Hello again, while I have a CDL and I'm probably going to go with the bigger truck, I'm curious if any of these have potential, being none-ELD, to be used as a personal vehicle or personal transportation between runs or if all movements are required to be logged same as a semi?

[@caseyharris82]

This should answer your question kzbin.info/www/bejne/fn7Ck2mPhdppirs

[@Zip_Zero_ZILCH]

Thanks, I came across that one before and totally missed the explanation. I feel like a fool asking things that are already answered.

[@priusrepellent]

Hey man, I live in Tucson AZ and PHX is 1.5 hrs away, I bought an old truck from a guy who hauled for Horizon,511k on his old truck. That being said, I loved that truck and now have a newer truck, and wanna get started NON CDL. I could be home every weekend maybe?

[@argotrucking6979]

Question ? My auxiliary fuel tank/combo is inside my bed not resting on the rails . But the lid to tool box makes it stick up 2" above bed .. will that be a issue ?

[@argotrucking6979]

Lol , asked question before you got to it .. but really will that 2 " make a difference.. mine is definitely not low profile like youra

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

2” they may not have an issue with. I can’t answer

[@argotrucking6979]

I talked to them today , yes they made it clear .. Anything over the bed sides will limit you to bumper pull.. Guess I got to cut off tool box lol..

[@jacobhiebert6146]

How many miles do you have on those three pickup trucks

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Grey one is nearly 530k, mine is 346k and the other white one is just over 300k

[@terrywatson9128]

You're a fairly large man. Do you sleep comfortably in the cab. I ask because I am 6'1" and long legged and am considering this at age 66

[@johnbingham3446]

My understanding is the GVWR is the maximum weight the truck can be loaded, and the curb weight is what the truck actually weighs. On a ram 3500 Dually the GVWR is 14k, but if you run it across a scale the truck only actually weighs about 11k. SO would that not mean you can haul a 15k trailer?

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Depends how much weight the trailer is carrying and how much it’s putting on the truck

[@johnbingham3446]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 So as long as the trailer is not putting more than 3k on the truck and the total combined weight is less than 26k I would be good?

[@turkeyrun9604]

Can I do this with an older model like gmc 2002 3500?

[@SuperDuty250]

Probably yeah

[@jeffreyulery2182]

What about using a sprinter van turned camper as your tow vehicle? I think they are capable of 7500 tow. How much would this hinder loads

[@michaeljames63]

So then you would never pull a fifth wheel, tires are smaller and have lower weight ratings. and probably not a 4 wheel drive so really would be limiting yourself to only pulling smaller travel trailers.

[@jeffreyulery2182]

@@michaeljames63 they have 4x4 sprinters but no of course no fifth wheels. The point would be to be more comfortable on the road

[@hectorgarcia-zv1wi]

Does the company give you a discount on truck …?

[@davesisco4637]

If you did the cab&chasis truck the 1 ton version has the lower gvwr .

[@glensadler3435]

Quick question.I have My CDL and have been driving 7 years over the road.I am ready to retire from the big rig game I am not interested in hot shot. I have a 2021 Ram3500 dually. I live i Raleigh NC area. Will I be able to get loads in Raleigh area ?

[@joemeyer2726]

No

[@toppfade5892]

Less responsibility but not the more money of a hotshot either

[@erniegarcia5370]

If I buy my own truck and a big mobile home for my personal use to I still have to stay in the CDL laws or can I just get a duly and Hall has much weight as I want

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Every state is a little different. Technically you should be fine, but I have seen states crack down on people for that.

[@johnw2026]

He wishes us fair winds and following seas... I can take the fair winds. But I live in Arkansas, if the sea gets to following me this far inland, I'll know Louisiana is gone! 🤣😂🤣 So I hope the sea doesn't follow me. I'll take the fair winds, thank you! 😁

[@rlin2648]

Do these CDL regs apply to owners pulling their personal rv’s?

[@caseyharris82]

No

[@jamesfranklin351]

How do you get a cdl A if you don’t have access to a semi for the driving part of the exam? Or can you take the test with your dually if that’s what your gonna be driving

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I couldn’t tell you. I had my skills test waived because of military licenses

[@demented_cycles]

Yes you can drive a 1ton dually or any other truck/trailer combo that has gvwr over 26k. You will be limited to what you drive though. If you test in an automatic you can only drive automatic, if you test in a vehicle with hydraulic brakes you can’t drive a vehicle with air brakes

[@HellcatGabe]

Great video! I’m looking to get into the towing business. How do you find jobs? Do you use websites to find them?

[@johnnyseely8473]

Why do they want you to weigh your truck if you're limited to give sticker?

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Because it puts your weight into the system so they know how much trailer you’re able to haul. For example my GVWR is 14,000 but my truck weighs 10,300. Actual weight only applies if you have a CDL but it also gives them a rough estimate as to which trailers may put how much weight onto your truck so you don’t cross that 14k. Also some people outfit excessive equipment into their truck and could end up near or over that 14k without a trailer. Ultimately it’s all so the company can cover themselves and make sure you’re covering yourself too

[@rorysimister6248]

Also you have to keep log book

[@martinmartin3368]

What exactly do I need for 5th wheel/slider for a dually short bed? Great video!

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I don’t have any experience with sliders but I would bet dually doesn’t make a difference

[@martinmartin3368]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909thank you for your reply. Could you recommend a slider brand. I know you mentioned you do not have much experience with sliders but maybe you know someone who has one?

[@bobbydobbs6125]

Very informative thanks

[@pastoranthonylucas3905]

What would be the advantage of the bigger truck with ifta. I would think that would be a lot more taxes to pay vs non ifta

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

It opens the door to additional loads

[@pastoranthonylucas3905]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 how much more difficult is it to register ifta and keep track of the highway taxes. Maybe a video talking about it?

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

It’s very simple. That would be an incredibly short video. However I can probably throw it in when I do my tax video in a couple months

[@pastoranthonylucas3905]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 thanks, I'm deciding on what truck to buy. I have a cdl class a

[@alr5149]

what does CDO mean?

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Did you mean CDL? That’s a commercial drivers license

[@eugenejensen576]

Safe trip to you all

[@Augiebracerofam]

Great to run with like minded people. Have a good night.🌙

[@sirivanhchannel7619]

What RV company are you hauling for?

[@caseyharris82]

Horizon

[@randygraham6979]

Stumbled across this video and you state exactly what I've been saying the weights in concern is fagvw ragvw weight of trailer and weight as a combination nowhere does the law state anything about payload or cargo capacity when hooked to trailer its complete total weight of combination truck or trailer and axle weights and of course the 26001lbs cdl weight limit. By the way I own 5 3/4 ton trucks transporting rv and several class 8 trucks running under my own operating authority and I've tried to explain this to several people and I hit a wall every time all I hear is payload or cargo capacity can't get them to understand that when hooked to trailer that it is your axle weights and total gross weight or at least in the commercial world it works so why wouldn't it work in the personal world and yes I know people will load stuff in the rv but axle weights and total gross weight is still static weight and how many times have you seen a personal rv on a set of dot scales?

[@drakespicer9176]

Class c non cdl good for 26k gvw

[@stevenwilliams5459]

My biggest question so far looking into this is do you always sleep in a hotel? $75 dollars a night minimum adds up quick.

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I’ll guess you’re new to the channel since I’ve stayed in a hotel twice and both times complained because I hate spending that money on a hotel

[@alexmalm6406]

What about ELD and logs

[@martincastro8194]

Can you do this job with a 1/2 ton?

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

No

[@martincastro8194]

Thanks for the response appreciate that. Can you make a decent living full time doing this? Also can you do it part time as a side hustle?

[@SuperDuty250]

@@martincastro8194 No

[@garrettdowdell1527]

I'm planning on getting out of trucking going into the Drive Away. I'm looking for a tow car now. Any suggestions on which car can be flat towed? Had my online orientation weeks ago. What's left is to call dispatch.

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I personally would advise against drive away. There is not a whole lot of money in it

[@myname9856]

You do realize that though the f350 may have a higher gvwr, it's how much weight you have, not what it's listed at.... lol

[@caseyharris82]

You do realize if you’re non CDL you can’t go over a GCWR of 26k……so the listed GVWR does matter……lol

[@myname9856]

@@caseyharris82 if you do not load the truck to 11.5k, then you do not need to account 11.5k for the truck. This is simple math. 26k-truck weight, not gvwr,-what you have in the truck. Of course if you are fulling loading the truck you would subtract the entirety of the 11.5k But hey, we can't all be good at common sense now can we?

[@caseyharris82]

@@myname9856 if your truck is 11.5k and you get a 15k trailer without a CDL you’re illegal. Your truck may only weigh 9k and the trailer may only weigh 12k but your GCWR is over 26k rating

[@myname9856]

@@caseyharris82 man, if you are driving a truck that weighs less than 9k, and have a trailer less than 12k, it does not equal 26,001. Therfore, you can legally drive it without a cdl baring you load it past 26k. I understand the thinking behind you must account for every pound you can load, but it doesn't make it correct.

[@caseyharris82]

@@myname9856 go study the laws more bud. If the combined GVWR is over 26k you must have a CDL

[@NosC3vette]

What is the 8.75 you are referring to (

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Hours worked per day

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

I did a whole video on it “rollover hours, how do they work”

[@NosC3vette]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 Thank you sir..!

[@John-te4nu]

A voka iowa

[@rorysimister6248]

I'm assuming the driver pays for the hotel right

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Yes

[@user-yp7im1su9s]

Cool a woman . Glad to see one out there . Yes I’m a woman lol

[@dhanson20071985]

She can not haul a 16,000lb camper legally. You have to take into account the gross combined weight rating on her 3/4 ton which is probably around 21,000lbs. The biggest camper she can haul would be 11,000lbs not 16,000lbs. Cant go over the GCWR.

[@poppapips7493]

It completely depends on her truck set up. Different high capacity pkgs will take the f250 to 21,700 lbs on a gooseneck and 18,000 lbs conventional. Only thing stopping her is cdl license. She is fine

[@jimmy55301]

maximum towing capacity = GCVWR - curb weight(includes fuel) - passengers - cargo "Tow Weight Rating is: TWR = GCWR - TVTW. By subtracting the total weight of the tow vehicle (the TVTW includes the weight of the driver, passenger, and additional equipment) from the tested GCWR, the result is the SAE J2807-compliant Tow Weight Rating." Example: 2016 Ram 2500, GVWR=10k, base weight=7620, GCWR=25,300. So max trailer weight = 25,300 - 7620 - people/fuel/equipment = 17,210 - people/fuel/equipment. The trailer's GVWR must be less than the Tow Weight Rating. Trailer Weight Rating and Tow Vehicle Trailering Weight are calculated as specified in SAE J2807. Passenger Weight = 300 lb Options Weight = 100 lb Tongue weight: 10 percent of the gross trailer weight for Conventional Hitch, 15 percent of the gross trailer weight for 5th Wheel or Gooseneck hitch. Trailering Equipment Weight: 75 lb for Conventional Hitch, 70 lb for Gooseneck and 250 lb for 5th Wheel. Payload and GAWR should never be exceeded and must account for all of the above weights, including the appropriate trailering equipment and tongue weight.

[@wildcat896]

has any one used a semi truck for that job

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Yes, lots

[@tomscobra2003]

I have an 2020 f350 dulley, @14000k gvwr, can I still haul trailers @ max 12000k or less without a CDL, got approved from wave express

[@frankdank7507]

Yes

[@tachometertransport742]

Your CGVWR cant be above 26000 (example Dually 14k, trailer 12k but it would be base on actual weight. Your truck roughly around 10200, so you could pull a trailer actual weight of 15800. If thats not the case, all these non cdl hotshots are illegal.

[@fairwindsfollowingseas7909]

Or.....I have a CDL and my truck is registered over 26k

[@tachometertransport742]

@@fairwindsfollowingseas7909 And I wasn't meaning you, I know you have a cdl

[@horsekiller68]

Do you carry a firearm with you ?

[@chasethornton5986]

Avoca. Uh Vo Ka Lol

[@hamgen4594]

ya allah plz forgive me stop watching this.