Trucking: load capasity, dual axles, dodge cummins

Question
im running an 06 dodge cummins hd 2500 4x4 and 40ft gooseneck trailer rated at 25000lbs can u tell me what i can legally haul weight wise and can u give me ur opinion on insurance companys i recieve about 15 brochures a day and not sure who to go with i already have my dot# and mc #  and can u tell me any specific do,s and donts of the ltl business thanks

Answer
Hi Terry.

Here is a link that will help you...

http://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/rules-regulations/administration/fmcsr/fmcsrruletext.as...

You can't put more than 20,000 pounds on a single axle and 34,000 on dual axles.  Visit some of these insurance companies for quotes...

www.insuremyrig.com
www.truckinsure.com
www.cooperinsurance.org
www.gwccnet.com
www.sentry.com

Good luck!

Bob Stephens