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Default Ahoy Scotty- road permits

"Frank Boettcher" wrote in message
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On Sun, 20 Aug 2006 06:08:44 -0400, "Scout"
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Scotty,
Do you know how wide a beam I can carry on PA, NJ, Del roads without a
permit?

And what if I went 10' beam and pulled it home each winter, do you see any
problem getting a permit and pulling with my Dodge Ram 2500? Any idea what
that permit might cost? (from Chesapeake to Trappe).
http://www.russellsmarine.com/precis...-sailboat.html

TIA,
Scout



Nice boat. I've been thinking about a smaller Precision.

This may help you with tow capacity. Gives ratings for various
engines, transmissions, cab styles, rear end gear ratios. I've been
told you better derate them about 20% if you are towing long distances
particularly in hills.

http://www.trailerlife.com/output.cfm?id=42175

Ratings are for towing capacity only. Also need to consider the Gross
Combined Vehicle weight rating, which usually derates the total towing
capacity.


Thanks Frank. I'd be pulling with a Dodge Ram 2500 with the bigger engine.
And I'd only be pulling it 1 round trip per year.

Precision is a nice boat; it's a little big boat, if you know what I mean.
My Starwind (Taylor design) was a sailing dream, I just need a bigger bunk
to sleep in!
Scout