I have to tow an oversize load and will need to have 18 by 18 inch flags on the front of my 2004 F350 Super Duty. I'm not sure how to mount the flags. Has anybody devised a way to mount flags securely on the front corners without doing any damage?

Thanks!

 

You might find something here:
Quickmount Warning Flags

 

Bpounds;

Thanks for the link. I may be able to use those mounts.

 

An other option would be to strap a 2X4 to the front bumper using ratchet straps. then drill 2 holes at the ends at a 45drg and slip in your flags using a screw to keep them in place. No damage to the trk and easily removed or reused.

 

That's a good idea. I like not having to drill or screw anything to the truck. Thanks!

 

Which State is requiring flags on the tow vehicle? Although I have definitely seen some tow vehicles with the flags on the front- The various western States where I've had permits only require signage and sometimes a beacon on the tow vehicle and the flags are required on the four corners or widest part of the load. Here's mine:
the front https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...115601&width=0
and back https://www.ford-trucks.com/user_gal...162377&width=0

Try Grainger or Six States, etc. If they don't have it, they can usually get it at no additional cost within a few days. Good luck

 

Utahtom;

Thanks for your photos! BTW - how wide is your boat?

I'm towing my boat (10'8" wide) from Eastern Iowa to Southeastern Michigan. I've called a company called Mercury Permits, from Nevada, and they are arranging the permits for IA,IL, and IN. Michigan requires that you apply online with their Secretary of State office for permits and regs.

Mercury Permits just said that I will need flags on the front corners of the tow vehicle, at the widest point of the load and at the rear corners of the load. I'm not sure if it is for one particular state. Also said that they weren't sure if a flasher was necessary, but said "its a good idea".

 

My boat is 10'6". I've towed with permits in ID, MT, UT and WY. It sounds like you have received good recommendations from Mercury although you may want to go on-line and read the specific requirements of each State.

A couple items of note:
1) When a State requires flashing beacons, that means both- On the tow vehicle and on the back of the load.
2) Signage is always required on the front of the tow vehicle and the back of the load.
3) Flags should definitely be at the widest part and the rear of the load. My set-up seems to work well for a boat.
4) Have the permit purchased before pulling the load into the State.
5) Know the restricted towing hours: Many States do not allow oversize loads in metro areas during morning (6:30-9:00) and evening (3:30-6:00) rush hours. Also, oversize loads are usually allowed during daylight hours only unless you have a licensed pilot vehicle(s).

I have been pulling oversize for 6 years and highly recommend a weight distrubuting hitch. Also, get a good flashing beacon (not a CheapO) on the tow vehicle regardless of whether or not required by the State... Some people will actually pull off the road and stop when they see me approaching

Feel free to ask me any more questions in this forum. I don't think you can send a "private message" until you have at least 25 posts.

 

Tom, that is good info from someone with experience. I tried to rep you, but got the spread it message. Thanks.

 

Thanks. I do appreciate the gesture! That darn Spread It Around message

 

Where in Southeastern Michigan ?

 

Dexter - just northwest of Ann Arbor. The boat I'm picking-up in Iowa will be launched in Monroe area in the future.

 

when you get your permit's READ them it is your resposibilty

width, higth, over all leght, weight's

good luck be carefull