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04-18-2019, 07:00 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2019 27' Tommy Bahama
Ocean Pines
, Maryland
Join Date: Apr 2019
Posts: 50
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EZ Pass
Is it logical to assume that you can't use the EZ Pass toll lanes when towing a trailer?
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04-18-2019, 07:05 AM
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2 Rivet Member
2017 25' Flying Cloud
Lakewood
, Illinois
Join Date: Aug 2017
Posts: 48
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No, The toll scanners will see the additional axel(s) and charge appropriately.
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04-18-2019, 07:08 AM
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Rivet Master
2016 25' Flying Cloud
Jupiter
, Florida
Join Date: Nov 2015
Posts: 1,140
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You can. I prefer staying off toll roads when pulling the trailer, preferring to travel on smaller highways, but sometimes a toll road is the only (or best) way to go. It's called sunpass here in FL. Just slow down like you're supposed to if going through a toll gate.
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04-18-2019, 07:10 AM
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Rivet Master
2021 33FB Classic
2019 30' Flying Cloud
Katy
, Texas
Join Date: Apr 2017
Posts: 788
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Go for it
While the local govt administrators aren’t so smart, the EZ Pass system is. You can drive like you normally would (assuming, of course, that you have an EZ Pass and that your rig will fit through the toll plaza). Click here for confirmation.
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04-18-2019, 08:43 AM
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"Cloudsplitter"
2003 25' Classic
Houstatlantavegas
, Malebolgia
Join Date: Jun 2007
Posts: 20,000
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In NY we get a second transmitter to use with any two axle trailer, they both have to be on the windshield when towing.
Bob
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04-18-2019, 08:59 AM
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Rivet Master
2017 28' International
Jim Falls
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Jul 2017
Posts: 2,310
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Drive through Chicago with the AS. We get charged accordingly. Just charge my credit card on hand. Wouldn't have it any other way. Way cheaper than going through the booths by the way.
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04-18-2019, 09:56 AM
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3 Rivet Member
Sanford
, Arizona
Join Date: Jan 2019
Posts: 135
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EZ Pass works when hauling my horses in the horse trailer. EZ Pass works with the Airstream. If only the whole toll system country-wide would adopt EZ Pass. Then we’d never have to pull into a toll plaza.
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04-18-2019, 10:02 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 20' Flying Cloud
Sag Harbor
, New York
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 17,523
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ROBERT CROSS
In NY we get a second transmitter to use with any two axle trailer, they both have to be on the windshield when towing.
Bob
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Here is the NYS EZPass application -- we are in Class 076 with our single-axle FC20:
http://www.thruway.ny.gov/ezpass/ta-w68176.pdf
Whether a toll scanner will read your axle count correctly is an open question IMO. Having the correct EZPass for your rig permits travel in all states which accept EZPass [most IMO], and having peace of mind at the same time. Not to mention avoiding a ticket from an aggressive LEO.
Also, EZPass charges are usually cheaper than when a state is forced to read your license plate [and axles] and send a bill.
Happy Trails,
Peter
PS -- "EZPass" search results FYI reveals many other threads/posts here:
https://www.google.com/search?q=EZPa...com&gws_rd=ssl
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04-18-2019, 06:52 PM
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4 Rivet Member
2009 34' Classic
Lake Worth Beach
, Florida
Join Date: Jan 2016
Posts: 387
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Quote:
Originally Posted by ROBERT CROSS
In NY we get a second transmitter to use with any two axle trailer, they both have to be on the windshield when towing.
Bob
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I got a second transponder to use with the trailer but I was specifically instructed by NY EZPass to switch the transponders and use one when towing and the other when not. I believe that using both at the same time on the same vehicle opens the possibility of you being charged twice.
All that said, I learned rather quickly in my travels around NYS that it doesn’t matter whether you use the towing transponder or not; they detect the number of axles and charge your account correctly, no matter which transponder you’re using.
Now that we’re in Florida, SunPass told me to just tow with the same transponder, they’ll detect the number of axles and charge the account appropriately. My account statements bear that out.
Jim
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04-18-2019, 07:09 PM
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Overkill Specialist
Commercial Member
2020 30’ Globetrotter
2014 23' International
Dadeville
, Alabama
Join Date: Oct 2015
Posts: 4,516
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Last year for our trip to the FL Keys. We ordered a SunPass a few weeks before. Worked like a charm. Way easier and faster than stopping at the booth, plus you don’t have to keep all that change and loose cash around.
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04-18-2019, 09:32 PM
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Rivet Master
2014 20' Flying Cloud
Sag Harbor
, New York
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 17,523
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Quote:
Originally Posted by AirstreamJim
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Now that we’re in Florida, SunPass told me to just tow with the same transponder, they’ll detect the number of axles and charge the account appropriately. My account statements bear that out.
Jim
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That is our understanding of SunPass also FWIW. Most of the states have reciprocal agreements at this point.
We put only one transponder on the windshield. The other inactive one is in a special bag which prevents it from being read by the overhead RFID scanner.
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04-19-2019, 03:26 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2018 25' International
Mound
, Minnesota
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 236
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Quote:
Originally Posted by OTRA15
That is our understanding of SunPass also FWIW. Most of the states have reciprocal agreements at this point. [...]
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FWIW we use our Illinois IPass any place an EZPass is accepted. I would think this would also apply for SunPass locations. Any electronic tolling station has always detected the number of axles automatically, AFAIK
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04-19-2019, 03:41 AM
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3 Rivet Member
1960 28' Ambassador
Libertyville
, Illinois
Join Date: May 2004
Posts: 182
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Quote:
Originally Posted by kpm
FWIW we use our Illinois IPass any place an EZPass is accepted. I would think this would also apply for SunPass locations. Any electronic tolling station has always detected the number of axles automatically, AFAIK
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In my experience from driving on Sun Pass toll ways, I’ve never been able to use the IPass. Here is what I found on the IPass website:
“Currently, the Central Florida Expressway (CFX) is the only toll operator in Florida that accepts I-PASS and E-ZPass. I-PASS users that travel out of network and are unable to pay with cash may receive toll-by-plate invoices from other Florida tolling agencies.”
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04-19-2019, 04:00 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 20' Flying Cloud
Sag Harbor
, New York
Join Date: Jun 2015
Posts: 17,523
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04-19-2019, 04:11 AM
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Rivet Master
1978 Argosy Minuet 6.0 Metre
Currently Looking...
Wauwatosa
, Wisconsin
Join Date: Oct 2010
Posts: 810
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Docbutch
Is it logical to assume that you can't use the EZ Pass toll lanes when towing a trailer?
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I have an I-Pass from Illinois which works in EZ Pass tolls. I registered my trailer online (as a trailer not a vehicle).
Whenever I go through it counts axles and charges accordingly.
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04-19-2019, 06:12 AM
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Rivet Master
2018 28' International
Fayetteville
, Georgia
Join Date: Jan 2018
Posts: 829
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Georgia does not allow towing on toll lanes. Automatic $25 ticket by mail. However, GA PeachPass is reciprocal, and works just fine on the Florida Turnpike and other toll roads in FL.
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04-19-2019, 06:44 AM
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Rivet Master
2012 25' Flying Cloud
Berlin
, Maryland
Join Date: Jun 2011
Posts: 1,787
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I have towed in NY but never knew I needed a second EZ pass when towing the AS. Is there a reason for that or does it apply only to NY residents
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04-19-2019, 07:16 AM
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Rivet Master
1976 31' Sovereign
Oswego
, Illinois
Join Date: Jan 2007
Posts: 2,017
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My Il IPass transponder is registered to pu, AS, and auto, is good for what vehicle it is in, charges accordingly, but some times forget to change rec. letter of violation, simply ph. toll authority give transponder # no penalty chges. also have transponder for semi & other pu works in either same as other transponder. Big plus tolls are cheaper w/IPass & w/open rd tolling in Il. no lost time at toll booths or back ups paying. Nice to sail thru at 65mph or more w/AS or solo veh. same w/other dedicated transponder.
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04-19-2019, 07:17 AM
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Rivet Master
2014 25' Flying Cloud
Cuddebackville
, New York
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 4,346
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I've never had a separate NY EZ Pass for our trailers. I need separate ones for our 1 and 2 axle trailers. I asked at toll booths (in multiple states) and they've always told me it was OK to tow on my regular pass.
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2019 Ford Expedition Platinum
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04-19-2019, 07:54 AM
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3 Rivet Member
2018 25' International
Mound
, Minnesota
Join Date: Oct 2018
Posts: 236
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Quote:
Originally Posted by GeocamperAS
I have an I-Pass from Illinois which works in EZ Pass tolls. I registered my trailer online (as a trailer not a vehicle).
Whenever I go through it counts axles and charges accordingly.
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Quote:
Originally Posted by featherbedder
My Il IPass transponder is registered to pu, AS, and auto, is good for what vehicle it is in, charges accordingly, but some times forget to change rec. letter of violation, simply ph. toll authority give transponder # no penalty chges. also have transponder for semi & other pu works in either same as other transponder. Big plus tolls are cheaper w/IPass & w/open rd tolling in Il. no lost time at toll booths or back ups paying. Nice to sail thru at 65mph or more w/AS or solo veh. same w/other dedicated transponder.
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The I-Pass help page ( link) seems to be saying that registering the trailer is no longer required:
Quote:
Can I use my regular I-Pass when I tow a trailer or drive an RV?
Yes. In fact, the technology in the open road tolling lanes will automatically calculate and deduct the proper toll. You no longer need to use the cash lanes or purchase a special transponder.
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Based on this I registered my truck as two axles, figuring they will pick up presence of the trailer without me telling them I'm towing
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