2010 sandpiper towing
Looking at a 2010 345 sandpiper, unv is 10900lbs, 2000 lb hitch weight. .I have a 2009 Dodge 2500 2wd cummins, 6sp auto with does anyone see an issue towing with this truck? my owners manual says ma...
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shadoow wrote:fpresto wrote:Michelle.S wrote:
If the fifth wheel is set up properly (at least with a long bed) there should be no extra weight on the front axle, it's all carried on the rear axle.
I disagree with your statement; at least in some installations. My last two B&Ws and a previous hitch, I can't recall the brand, both required that the hitch be installed a minimum of two inches forward of the rear axle to intentionally transfer some of the weight forward for better balance and steering. I do not know what hitch you use so it may be different.
i've got a B&W companion setup and there is a slight increase in the front axle weight when the trailer is hooked up, but it's not much. In my case it's about 2% of the pin weight.
In the OP's case with a 2400lb pin that's only 48lbs.
