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Discussion in 'Towing' started by BBQ BOY, Feb 17, 2009.

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  1. Mar 9, 2016 at 11:46 AM
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    KMitch

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    With good reason...you're probably exceeding more than one limit with that rig.
     
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  2. Mar 11, 2016 at 2:13 PM
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    Gr@yW1r3

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    According to my weight ticket, looks like I have another ~900 lbs to spare...image.jpg
     
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  3. Mar 11, 2016 at 2:20 PM
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    NMroamer

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    Pretty narrow margin to spare. But you will be fine as long as you stay out of our mountains.
     
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  4. Mar 11, 2016 at 2:33 PM
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    Gr@yW1r3

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    Funny you mentioned "our" mountains. We'll be pulling it to Rio Rancho in July. I'll just throw the hazards on and tuck between the semis.

    Never get in a hurry is key.
     
    Gr@yW1r3, Mar 11, 2016
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  5. Mar 14, 2016 at 10:10 AM
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    -p-

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  6. Mar 14, 2016 at 12:04 PM
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    I think there's something wrong with that weight slip. I doubt it's possible that you have ~5k sitting over each axle.

    That being said, the GCWR (~11000lbs) is only one rating to look at. You should ensure you're not over on each axle rating (front - 2755, rear - 3110). I'm guessing you are well over your payload rating as well.
     
    KMitch, Mar 14, 2016
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  7. Mar 17, 2016 at 8:53 AM
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    Gr@yW1r3

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    5200 is the truck, 4920 is the trailer is how I understood it....

    any idea how to weigh each axle??

    Thanks
     
    Gr@yW1r3, Mar 17, 2016
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  8. Mar 17, 2016 at 6:18 PM
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    towed this home today
     
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  9. Mar 18, 2016 at 7:53 AM
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    Thanks for explaining that. Apparently, I did not have the truck/trailer in the proper position on the scale. Gonna re-weigh when I pick up the trailer for service later this week and make sure its positioned properly. This shows in good detail where to position http://catscale.com/how-to-weigh.
     
    Gr@yW1r3, Mar 18, 2016
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  10. Mar 18, 2016 at 1:21 PM
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  11. Mar 19, 2016 at 6:37 PM
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    Take a trip to the Jemez Falls Campground with the trailer and tell on here what you think of our mountains.
     
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  12. Mar 20, 2016 at 8:10 PM
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    I just picked this up on Saturday. Pulled better than I thought it would. Really happy with it.

    2011 Coachmen Freedom Express 230BH

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    ssilence, Mar 20, 2016
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  13. Mar 21, 2016 at 5:47 PM
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    Would like some opinions.
    Truck: 2008 double cab with trd sport tow package. I have a cap on the back of the 5' box.
    I am looking to get a trailer. The sportsman classic 20 RBT:
    21' long
    3130 dry, GVWR is 4500 lbs, dry hitch is 426lbs
    Will be getting WD hitch/anti sway.

    Looks like I can do it from the posts I've been reading. Is it a good idea?
     
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  14. Mar 21, 2016 at 8:30 PM
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    Thanks for the feedback. I believe you are correct. I need to get it on flat ground somewhere to check.
     
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  15. Mar 22, 2016 at 10:49 AM
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    No Problems at all. I tow the KZ Sportsman 244BH with no issues...Hook it up and have fun...
     
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  16. Mar 22, 2016 at 12:43 PM
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    Thanks gmann!
    Trailer ordered, will be getting it in May...
     
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  17. Mar 22, 2016 at 2:46 PM
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    Don't forget to install a break controller, and you may want to install the Firestone Ride Rite air bags in the rear, for better handling and a better ride, but not a must for you, your trailer isn't really that heavy. I have them on my Taco, ride is like night and day when towing the TT, but mine is slightly heavier...Have fun...
     
    gmann1972, Mar 22, 2016
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  18. Mar 27, 2016 at 2:18 PM
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    I pick this up at the end of Jan of this year.
    its right @ 4000LB.

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    Gijoetaco06, Mar 27, 2016
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  19. Apr 2, 2016 at 9:05 PM
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    Nothin to big but i like the picture

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    It works. That's all that matters.....
     
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