When I was an OTR truck driver I pulled many wide loads. I never hauled
any boats but I imagine permitting laws are similar. MOST states will
restrict the hours you can pull a wide load. I'm not sure about Florida
laws but wide loads are probably only allowed on the highways during
daylight hours and maybe just weekdays. Then there is the issue of
"curfews" in larger cities. They will restrict wide load travel during
their rush hours. I'm not sure how long it takes to get permits now
because I have been retired from driving since 1989 but I would imagine
the whole process can be done via fax or home computer. I think the
idea of tilting your CAT up enough to keep it under the 8' or 8'6"
limit is going to be your best solution.

Dennis