VanMan, I think most states have reciprocal agreements that they allow what is legal in the state of registration. I learned this when I used to tow a boat behind a fifthwheel. I also heard most patrol officers do not know this and have to be convinced to check on it, which some obviously will not do. I never ventured out of state so never tested this.
Carol and Chuck, I'm glad Chuck was not hurt but having met you folks at the 2004 rally I'm getting a good chuckle out of picturing this.