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Originally posted by ferndaleflyer:
Dumping was kind of tough 20 years ago but now many tracks have dump stations---Rockingham has over 180 full service sites and if you come to race there is also a dump station. I keep mine plugged up all the time to a 30 amp 120 plug at home. If tanks get full hit your local Flying "J" or campground to dump. Don't think I want to dump 100 gal into my septic at one time, be a lot to handle.

Never had a problem with the 100 gallons yes. Like Rob said....mostly water. If you were home, it would have been going in there all weekend anyhow. Just not all in one shot of course.

Hook ups and dump stations are extremely rare at race tracks around here.

Seems to me if you were to be able to hook up to a city sewer line or hook run a line to an existing septic system close by it wouldn't be that big of a deal, but to add a separate septic just for the RV thats a huge expense IMO just to dump your tanks

My new house will have a septic tank I guess the RV hookups should be able to handle that?

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Originally posted by Curly1:
My new house will have a septic tank I guess the RV hookups should be able to handle that?

I would think it would be fine since your only one person.just design the system with that in mind and I would think you would want your RV somewhat close to where your septic system is to keep the installation cost down. County engineer may tell you where to locat the system on your property. Im in Tarrant county and the only permit they requier is one for the septic system, thats what was told when I built my shop anyways.

I have heard its not good to dump an RV into your home septic as its not designed to handle a large influx at one time although many people do it. If you go that route, do not add the deodorizing chemicals into the RV tanks as they are harmful to the natural process that breaks down waste in the septic system.

I am bringing this back up for a few more questions.

1. In Texas what is required to get a license for the motorhome and what determines which one you need.

2. What about over length permits? I have heard any where from $15 per year to $350 per trip and Department of Public safety was no help. I could not find anything on the web site.

Like to know BEFORE I buy the RV.

Did you read this already?

http://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/dlClasses.htm

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Originally posted by TD3550:
Did you read this already? What do you think the length, with or without a trailer might be?

http://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/dlClasses.htm

Sorry, dual post...

Specific Texas Towing Regulations Maximum Size of The Towing Vehicle

The maximum vehicle height is limited to 14 feet with a maximum width of 8.5 feet. The combined length of the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle cannot exceed 65 feet.

Maximum Size of the Towing Trailer

The maximum trailer height is limited to 14 feet with a maximum width of 8.5 feet. The maximum trailer length is unspecified and the law reverts back to the restriction noted above, “the combined length of the towing vehicle and the towed vehicle cannot exceed 65 feet.”

Maximum Motor Home Size

The maximum length of a motorhome is limited to 45 feet. Towing a vehicle is allowed and even a triple tow is permitted, providing that the maximum length of all vehicles, trailers and items towed do not exceed 65 feet in length. As of 2012, there are not specific laws pertaining to vehicle towing available on the Texas Division of Motor Vehicles or the Department of Public Safety site.
Let me see if i can find the permit issuance.

Weights

25,999 lbs. of towing vehicle without a special license, but once the setup exceeds or equals 26,000 lbs., a class-B noncommercial driver's license is necessary.

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Now you are really getting into a can of worms. A few years back here in NC we had a meeting that included State MVA, DOT, Federal DOT, etc and you could not get the same information from any of them. Of course each thought his way was the only way. The General Assembly did increase the legal length to 90ft but 9 out of 10 troopers don't know it. I keep a copy in my motor home.

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Originally posted by Curly1:
I am bringing this back up for a few more questions.

1. In Texas what is required to get a license for the motorhome and what determines which one you need.

2. What about over length permits? I have heard any where from $15 per year to $350 per trip and Department of Public safety was no help. I could not find anything on the web site.

Like to know BEFORE I buy the RV.

License isn’t that bad, class a, dad got his... I hear the length permits aren’t that bad, couple hundred for 90 days or something like that

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Originally posted by ferndaleflyer:
Now you are really getting into a can of worms. A few years back here in NC we had a meeting that included State MVA, DOT, Federal DOT, etc and you could not get the same information from any of them. Of course each thought his way was the only way. The General Assembly did increase the legal length to 90ft but 9 out of 10 troopers don't know it. I keep a copy in my motor home.

That is it, nobody really knows. I do know the max length is 65 feet in Texas but could not find anything about over length permits.

If you have a Class A do you have to keep all the records even though it is private use?

Curly,
The way I read the info that TD3550 provided at :
http://www.dps.texas.gov/DriverLicense/dlClasses.htm

It looks like NO CDL is required for an RV.
Looks like you just may need a class change to maybe a "Class A" regular license depending on what you buy and tow.

Seems no different than getting a motorcycle license or whatever.
Looks pretty easy and the best thing is its still a regular license (no log books, no medical, etc).

It distinctly says:
"Individuals who are exempt from obtaining a CDL but may need a Class A or Class B driver license are:
Operators of recreational vehicles driven for personal use"

Probably need to read a book and take a test.

The good thing is at least you guys can get a license for an RV.
We here in CT are boned.

Bringing this thread back up again. Still have not bought a motor home. Wow, what a deal! There are so many brands, options and variables it is hard to tell what it is what and a huge variation is prices on similar ones.

Chris Lamb in Henderson Nv. Has what looks to be a nice Diplomat for a decent price. It’s on Facebook $42k all updated ...

I have another question. One of the motor homes I called about had "Propane Injection system" on the motor. What is that for?

kind of like nitros---gives you a boost in power, not exactly good for engine life but gets you up the hills better.

Like Fern said, i have seen the diesel guys use that like Nitrous. But I think the uses are a little expanded over that. I understand that it can be used to increase fuel mileage as well.

JR is correct
You will need a Class A NON-CDL.

You will be over 26,000 lbs combined.

It shows it very clearly in the DPS chart.

Most of the racers, including us, do not get over length permits. We are fortunate in this region to not be hassled.
For that matter, many do not have the correct license either.

Just do not put anything on your rig that suggests that you race for a living, that changes everything if you were to get pulled over.

Let me jump in here on Curly's post and ask about one that I looked at today.

2007 American Tradition
37,000 miles
350 hp Cummings
42ft tag axle
side radiator
6 speed Alison
Frieghtliner chassis

They are asking 125,000 but its negotiable.


What do you think

There is a 2007 40ft Tradition advertised here with 3 slides and a 400hp Cummins for $115,000.