My first loaded trip

[Pete Masterson]

It entirely depends on the state (or province). In CA, closed weigh stations arebarricaded. Many (most?) CA scales are electronic and are shut off when the scale is closed.

Some states encourage use of scales by leaving them accessible, others close 'em down as they want to avoid wear & tear or damage to the scales. Call the highway patrol for a state where you have questions about access, and they should be able to tell you the local policies.

Pete Masterson

'95 Blue Bird Wanderlodge WBDA 42

El Sobrante CA

"aeonix1@mac.com"

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On May 16, 2009, at 9:53 AM, pattypape wrote:

Can this be done in other states???, if the weigh station is closed???
We have used the closed weigh stations in Canada.

Bill 88 FC Michigan

--- In "WanderlodgeForum@yahoogroups.com", "Don Bradner" wrote:

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You happen to be in the one state where it is easy to get free, accurate weights. Most Oregon highway scales are closed most of the time, and when they are closed the scales with outside display are left on for anyone to use. When you see a closed weigh station (unless it is barricaded, which means completely out of service), just roll on in and stop on each axle and get the weight.

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