Rear overhang signal sign in Italy

[oblio]

Folks

I'm fitting ne of these to the backbox at the back of my MH as they are a requirement for Spain and Italy.

We are off to Italy in the summer but I need to know if the lines should point to the top right or bottom right when fitted correctly.

Apparently there is a difference and only 1 way is legal

Anyone know?

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[marshalla]

Like this ? http://www.fiamma.com/EN/products/carry-bike/acces...

[oblio]

Yep - I have one

Most pictures show it that way up but I have seen no definitive advice regarding the legality

Im bolting mine onto my backbox so don't want to phaff around and reposition it, if I get it wrong

[chopper602]

Everywhere in Europe you are Ok with a plastic version of this sign, apart from Italy, where it has to be metal. Fiamma make a metal version, can you guess what country they are in !!

[Spuffington]

I believe the lines should be directing towards the O/S of the vehicle, depending on which side of the road you're driving on.

For example on the continent, they should be /// and in the UK \\\ - the bottom part of the line is signifying the side of the van which should be overtaken on.

I believe.....let's see if someone can say more categorically. But yes, I've heard that you need to pay attention to get it right, too.

Edited by Spuffington on Friday 1st May 15:58

[oblio]

Thanks...after extensive research I think I am getting to that same conclusion.

Im not worried about the UK so much as its not a legal; requirement here but in the EU id rather not give any copper any excuse to stop me and alleviate me of any holiday money

[bristolracer]

Are these still required if you are using a light board?

[oblio]

bristolracer said:

Are these still required if you are using a light board?

Sorry I dont know...it was had enough finding out the answer to my question...and even then it has not come from any official source

I work on the premise that I do what I can to avoid being stopped when abroad so I am not contributing to the local gendarmes (NB Other Police forces are available) Xmas fund