66dc75 Posted August 3, 2023 Share Posted August 3, 2023 Massachusetts does not have gvw on antique registrations truck or not. They are in the same class as RV. When I get an inspection sticker I am charged the auto rate not the commercial truck rate. This is all done thru the state RMV computer system. On another topic you can pull a trailer over 10k as long as the towing vehicle and trailer gvw does not exceed a total of 26k. This is actually written on the back of my CDL license. So a 12k gvw f350 can pull a 14k trailer and be non CDL. Just don't hook up to an f450. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-536214 Share on other sites More sharing options...
devvar Posted Thursday at 09:02 PM Share Posted Thursday at 09:02 PM Well, 2 1/2 years later I have finally purchased a truck! 1986 GMC 7000, 8.2 Detroit, 25k GVWR. It's coming out of Massachusetts so I need to get a temp registration and VIN verification before CT will let me register for real. And surprise surprise, they told me I could not register as a classic because the GVWR is above 12500lb. Never mind that I already have Hagerty classic insurance and no commercial use... I didn't feel like arguing with the lady just to get my temp tags, but when I go back in a week for the real thing I'm bringing the state statutes printed out just in case I have trouble. There is no limit on GVWR for classic registration that I can find anywhere, I'm hoping my next visit will get someone more knowledgeable (maybe less knowledgeable would be better???) 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587403 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted Thursday at 09:09 PM Share Posted Thursday at 09:09 PM DMV can be a real pain in the ass,,,best of luck,,bob 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587404 Share on other sites More sharing options...
66dc75 Posted yesterday at 12:12 AM Share Posted yesterday at 12:12 AM I've seen plenty of trucks with CT historical plates. 1 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587413 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mechohaulic Posted yesterday at 12:48 AM Share Posted yesterday at 12:48 AM 3 hours ago, devvar said: Well, 2 1/2 years later I have finally purchased a truck! 1986 GMC 7000, 8.2 Detroit, 25k GVWR. It's coming out of Massachusetts so I need to get a temp registration and VIN verification before CT will let me register for real. And surprise surprise, they told me I could not register as a classic because the GVWR is above 12500lb. Never mind that I already have Hagerty classic insurance and no commercial use... I didn't feel like arguing with the lady just to get my temp tags, but when I go back in a week for the real thing I'm bringing the state statutes printed out just in case I have trouble. There is no limit on GVWR for classic registration that I can find anywhere, I'm hoping my next visit will get someone more knowledgeable (maybe less knowledgeable would be better???) make any difference if you go for farm plates ?? knew a guy when asked what kind of farm he had ; reply was "a tree farm" ! he owned 4 -5 acres of woods. like can be seen in your picture background. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587417 Share on other sites More sharing options...
devvar Posted yesterday at 01:17 PM Share Posted yesterday at 01:17 PM 12 hours ago, 66dc75 said: I've seen plenty of trucks with CT historical plates. I mentioned that, she didn't have a good answer 12 hours ago, mechohaulic said: make any difference if you go for farm plates ?? knew a guy when asked what kind of farm he had ; reply was "a tree farm" ! he owned 4 -5 acres of woods. like can be seen in your picture background. There are a number of requirements to be listed as a "farm" in CT before you can get farm plates, some income from the land is one of those. Tree farm is a legit option, but we don't have any income from our land at this point. There really should be no problem here, I guess we will see at my appointment next week 🤞 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587427 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freightrain Posted yesterday at 01:51 PM Share Posted yesterday at 01:51 PM I got initial grief when I put historical tags on my truck here in Ohio 25 yrs ago. DMV lady tried to argue it but she lost. She did say "you better not be hauling freight with this". I just laughed at her. Ohio DMV is not a legal govt entity. It is a privately run business for the state. So they DO NOT have legal expertise so push back. Hard. 2 Quote Larry 1959 B61 Liv'n Large...................... Charter member of the "MACK PACK" Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587428 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted yesterday at 02:55 PM Share Posted yesterday at 02:55 PM Some of the people at the South Carolina DMV tried to tell us the same about a weight limit. Between a friendly officer in the Diesel Cops and an ATHS member who works at the Main DMV HQ it was quickly straightened out. There are still a few local DMV offices who like to give a hard time, BUT we now know which ones to go to with NO problems. Mechohaulic, Matt, with the B-73 rollback, and Matt Phfail should be able to help you find a cooperative office. 1 1 Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587433 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted 19 hours ago Share Posted 19 hours ago best of luck we have commercial antique here also you dont even need a truck license here to drive them ,,,long as no HM and no working it for money i havent tryed to do anything with mine,,,but i have a clean title signed over 25 years ago,,,and it still isnt road ready yet,,,but im wondering if thier going to ask for a bill of sale ?????? Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587455 Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehummell Posted 7 hours ago Share Posted 7 hours ago When I transferred the title over into my name and purchased the antique tag it was an easy process I have Hagerty insurance on the Mack and my 31 model A and my 32 ford hotrod pickup the state quit asking for photos but Hagerty wants the photos of the vehicles in their garage every spring I haul mulch in on the Mack and use it to haul round bales for my goats. 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587462 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brocky Posted 6 hours ago Share Posted 6 hours ago Hagerty also has a deal with the American Truck Historical Society where ATHS members get a discount. Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587463 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Mack Posted 5 hours ago Share Posted 5 hours ago Brocky. Is the ATHS easy to join? I have my 48 Int. Its not on the road yet. I guess i can look at the web site, just curious about the requirements. Thanks Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587464 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Mack Posted 5 hours ago Share Posted 5 hours ago Brocky, I just visited the web site. I should have just done that first. I got my answer. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587465 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Brocky Posted 3 hours ago Popular Post Share Posted 3 hours ago Joey, Both ATHS (15000 worldwide members) and ATCA (5000 predominately northeast Mack members) are open to all.. Personally I feel ATHS is "money hungry", their dues keep going up every few years.. ATCA has stayed at $36 for as long as I can remember!! I have been a member of both since 2002. Both issue a bimonthly magazine, but ATHS also includes their "Showtime" book which is an individual picture of every truck attending their National show. I also like the ATCA magazine, Double Clutch, better as it has better/more articles about historical vehicles and events/actions. Also more coverage of local shows. 2 1 Quote Brocky Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587469 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joey Mack Posted 2 hours ago Share Posted 2 hours ago Thanks Brocky. I will look at them. Ok Im done stealing this thread. Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587470 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark T Posted 1 hour ago Share Posted 1 hour ago 2 hours ago, Brocky said: Joey, Both ATHS (15000 worldwide members) and ATCA (5000 predominately northeast Mack members) are open to all.. Personally I feel ATHS is "money hungry", their dues keep going up every few years.. ATCA has stayed at $36 for as long as I can remember!! I have been a member of both since 2002. Both issue a bimonthly magazine, but ATHS also includes their "Showtime" book which is an individual picture of every truck attending their National show. I also like the ATCA magazine, Double Clutch, better as it has better/more articles about historical vehicles and events/actions. Also more coverage of local shows. Wheels of Time has more adds than anything anymore. Used to well worth being a member just for getting that.....now ???? 1 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted 1 hour ago Share Posted 1 hour ago lol I dumped them years back money money and my chapter did absolutely nothing for us last straw was when they threw thier Christmas party on thanksgiving weekend.. and most of us were outa town.. I’d had enough of them Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587473 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted 1 hour ago Share Posted 1 hour ago Joey see what you started!!!!! 2 Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587474 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mowerman Posted 36 minutes ago Share Posted 36 minutes ago On a happier note I did get to meet 2 very cool people that had Mack parts I needed thru ATHS and I did like the wheels of time.. bob Quote Link to comment https://www.bigmacktrucks.com/topic/61433-does-a-classic-or-antique-truck-need-to-be-inspected-in-ct/page/3/#findComment-587475 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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