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Old 02-06-2013, 10:24 AM   #21
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I'm guessing that's correct!
IMO, the op should contact SC directly anyway. Takes the guess out of it (unless it links to the specific statute that forbids it).
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Old 02-06-2013, 10:28 AM   #22
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IMO, the op should contact SC directly anyway. Takes the guess out of it (unless it links to the specific statute that forbids it).
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Old 02-06-2013, 10:42 AM   #23
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I had also checked into it that's why I have a TH now. I am in Virginia.......Not legal in most of the states that touch the Alantic Ocean including FL, SC, NC, VA and others. Can't right off give you the exact statuate numbers, but I know VA Troopers will make you leave the second trailer sitting on the side of the road........plus give you a welcome to Virginia price to pay.................
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Old 02-06-2013, 11:53 AM   #24
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In Ontario it is legal. Sure looks strange tho'. We saw trucks pulling 5ers with a boat trailer attached behind. I checked the Ontario laws and found it is legal as long as the total legnth does not exceed 70'. (Could be wrong on the 70' - going from memory here.) We did see this more in the northern areas than the 400 and 401 freeways.

Can you put a camera on the back of your 5er so you can see the trailer behind and know what's going on back there?
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Old 02-06-2013, 01:27 PM   #25
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Old 02-06-2013, 01:32 PM   #26
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In Ontario it is legal. Sure looks strange tho'. We saw trucks pulling 5ers with a boat trailer attached behind. I checked the Ontario laws and found it is legal as long as the total legnth does not exceed 70'. (Could be wrong on the 70' - going from memory here.) We did see this more in the northern areas than the 400 and 401 freeways.

Can you put a camera on the back of your 5er so you can see the trailer behind and know what's going on back there?
Yea. I could. Don't have. But probably would before I try. Tks!!
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Old 02-09-2013, 08:03 PM   #27
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Strange because just this past November I saw 2 "swivel" wheel setups behind fifth wheels at our campground in Myrtle Beach.

Maybe the "swivel" wheel setups are not illegal whereas the regular style single attaching point towing setups are.
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Not familier with a swivel wheel setup .
At least not by your description.
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Old 02-09-2013, 08:30 PM   #29
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Strange because just this past November I saw 2 "swivel" wheel setups behind fifth wheels at our campground in Myrtle Beach.

Maybe the "swivel" wheel setups are not illegal whereas the regular style single attaching point towing setups are.
I think that with the swivel wheel, since there isn't a pivot point and there is direct attachment to the trailer, it could be considered part of the trailer. It's basically like a cargo platform with a support wheel.
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Old 02-09-2013, 08:40 PM   #30
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Not familier with a swivel wheel setup .
At least not by your description.


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It's my understanding that Idaho Tote claims it is legal in states where double-towing (aka triple towing) is illegal. That said, "they" (the internets) claim "they" have asked in some of the states (Florida, for instance) and have gotten answers that it's illegal.

I don't have a need - but it seems firmly entrenched in the gray area and probably only matters which leo pulls you over to decide if he's gonna mess up your day or not.
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Old 02-10-2013, 12:15 AM   #32
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Think he's talking about this...Idaho Tote
Ok great never seen one before .

Dont know how the rules would apply .

IMO its still a towed trailer .
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Old 02-13-2013, 10:12 PM   #33
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Not familier with a swivel wheel setup .
At least not by your description.

There are several designs out there depending on the load you plan on carrying.
Here's another example.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b2...5/P7190437.jpg
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Old 02-13-2013, 10:23 PM   #34
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Ok great never seen one before .

Dont know how the rules would apply .

IMO its still a towed trailer .
Since it doesn't "articulate" some states may consider it an extension platform of the RV on a support wheel(s). Other states (or Police Officers/DOT) may not see it that way and interpret their law as a separate "trailer".

Still, be mindful of the total length of the TV, RV & Toter trailer.
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Old 02-13-2013, 10:39 PM   #35
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Another thing to check out is the campgrounds you are going to, some campgrounds will not let you bring a golf cart in and if some do these campgrounds can charge you to bring it in and they may what you to have it insured....

Example: Pirateland in Mytle Beach, will not let you use your own cart, you have to rent theirs. If you have a seasonal site or you are an owner then you can have one, but only one.

If you go to Thousand Trails In Hershey PA they will let you use your cart but they will charge you $3.00 a day and it has to be insured.
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Definity a no-no in PA. No sure what the fine might be, but with Pennsylvania's costs and fees on top of the basic fine you can bet it won't be cheap!
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I've only seen things like this.



I would think a 5th wheel would tow great. I know they have to unhook triples going into California, so crossing state lines might be interesting!

Here's a video posted in another thread

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Old 02-28-2013, 12:43 AM   #38
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Why stop at the golf cart???

Hey guys I figured you will get a kick out of this. I have a custom hitch on the back of my 285b+ and tow about 6500lbs behind it. It took a lot of work and some scary moment and long slow trips to get it all worked out but now I can run 70 and no issues. It is 64'11.5" long with the slide hitch all the way up. As they say DONT TRY THIS AT HOME!! This has been a 4 year project that took a lot of work and trial and error. Lucky the error was never a major issue or accident of any kind.
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So you're saying this is safe?

At 70?

Yes?

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I believe it is and its Legal My next door neighbor is a High Way Patrol Officer Veteran of 20 years. He was kind of impressed. Told me that he wouldn't pull me over. Its within legal limits. I have crossed California state line many times and I always get a few double takes but nothing more.
I am always sure to verify that the states I am traveling in allow tandem towing and what the limits are but for the most part unless it is all out illegal in that state I meet all required laws. The only possible citation depending on how I am loaded would be combined GVT.
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