I have thought about getting a CDL and a Class 8 truck to pull a 5th wheel rv. In my state (Montana), I don't even need to get a CDL to drive a class 8 truck for recreational purposes within the state.
I was told that I should check with other states that I might be passing through to see what their regulations are. I would get a CDL anyway, but would I have to stop at weigh stations in every other state I go through even though I'm just pulling an RV?

It seems crazy that I would have to check with each state I go through to make sure I'm legal when I'm legally licensed in Montana.


Any help or tips from anyone who is doing this would be greatly appreciated!!

I have the same thing, we are from Custer,SD. and don't need to have a cdl as long as we don't do commercial work. We studied the SD CDL manual, just for the info in it. 2.5 years of driving the Volvo 770 from coast to coast and haven't had a problem. I understand your state of domicile is honored by other states. But I've never been stopped and I never stop at the weigh stations.......
Mike
www.PressureProSystem.com

Mike,
Thanks for the reply!
That sounds encouraging. I just didn't want to get into trouble with the law if I can avoid it

cummins1279, Check with your state regarding weight rated class of license. I know that here in Illinois we have a non-CDL class A or B rating specifically for the heavier non-commercial vehicles including motorhomes.

Bob