[Big Block Bill]

In Illinois it goes by the GVW of the truck no matter what it weighs. I assume your truck has an 8600 GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) for the truck only which in itself requires a "D" (12,000 LBS.) license plate. I have a 1995 K-2500 4X4 with a 454 that I purchased new and it was delivered from the dealer with "B" (8,000 LBS.) license plates.

The state of Illinois is (I believe) using this for a money grab now because if the vehicle has "D" license plate it also has to be inspected twice a year @ an Illinois Safety Lane to the tune of $ 22.00 ? or so per inspection plus "D" plates cost $50.00 ? more per year.

I assume your truck has a 17,500 GCW (Gross Combined Weight) which includes truck, cargo, trailer and contents. If I were to sell my truck, the next owner would be required to register with "D" plates in the state of Illinois. Welcome to Illinois! The home of "CROOK" County. I hope this helps.

Bill