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Old 01-11-2009 | 11:13 AM
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Any suggestions on a towing vehicle??? I own a 2008 f-250 with air bags already. I tow a 31' 12500# toy hauler now. I will only be towing 30 miles on flat ground.... stopping and being able to see down the sides of the boat are my concerns.
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Old 01-11-2009 | 03:42 PM
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the 10'6" going to be the issue as that requires a wide load permit and if you get caught without they bust your ass
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Old 01-11-2009 | 06:49 PM
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thought the limit was 11'???? you are right and the state guys are in my area on a regular basis with all the trucks...guess I will look into a slip
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Old 01-12-2009 | 05:30 PM
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8 foot 6 inch is max over the road. anything wider is going to need permitting. alot of guys just say screw it and take the chance.
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Old 01-12-2009 | 06:53 PM
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But if you ever had an issue...
and the insurance company investigates...
and you were not legal...
Do you think they will pay?
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Old 01-12-2009 | 07:23 PM
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thought the limit was 11'???? you are right and the state guys are in my area on a regular basis with all the trucks...guess I will look into a slip
Not a whole lot of slips for rent around here. Blood River landing and Tickfaw Marina are the only ones that come to mind. No idea what any of them cost.
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Old 01-12-2009 | 11:49 PM
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Any way to find indoor storage near a marina? This could allow you to only travel a mile or two, to the ramp. Just another option.





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Old 01-13-2009 | 07:03 AM
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I didn't think of the indoor storage...they do have a few near Tickfaw...one right by the marina but I don't think it's deep enough to handle a long boat but its worth a shot. Hey...you got me thinking...my just pay for the new boat with this idea...
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Old 01-13-2009 | 10:30 PM
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30 yrs towing in La and never pulled over towing a boat..
I cant keep up with the restrictions every state is different.
12 ft wide not on a tilt !!! I roll the dice.
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Old 01-14-2009 | 06:42 AM
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I'd like to think I would have that kinda luck but my luck isn't usually good ...how far do you tow on average HotPursuit?
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