Big Trucks and GVWR / Registration

[HomeMadeSin]

Ok, I’ve done a few searches already but didn’t see anything here. In addition to finally moving ahead on my 1967 C20, I’ve got a serious itch for the 50’s trucks. And there are some cool big rigs out there. But from what little I know, the 10,000 lb GVWR limit can trigger some considerable headaches. Such as having to get a Federal DOT number, additional fees, higher insurance (I guess) and driver time limits and even a medical examiners inspection.

So while it would be easier to stay in the 1T and smaller, I’m curious as to what owners do for the 1.5 and 2T rigs. I’ve seen the write up on the ‘52 build on an S-10 frame, but didn’t read all 83 pages: might’ve missed something there. Certainly, that and the other similar builds can’t be all maintaining driver logs and daily inspection forms....right? What am I missing?

Z