lbligh wrote:
timmac wrote:
As to those that think I am over weight your wrong, the frame extension is very thick 5x2 metal tubes as thick as factory frame about 5 foot long inserted thru Fleetwood frame to factory frame and welded in many spots and welded hitch to tube extension as well as 4 inch cross tubes on extensions and under hitch, I assure you its not going no where, also I am using 10,000 lb rated ball/receiver with 1500 lb tonged weight rating, again more than I need but I like being over safe.
Air bags to keep it all level, 95 pounds of air in rear tires, Jeep sits balanced on trailer with 4 electric brakes on two 6000lb axels.
My motorhome is the 32W, its about 2500-3000lbs lighter than the 35-36 foot models that sit on the same F-53 frame, however they have the 22.5 tires mine has the 19.5, full banks system for that extra power and I am always packed lite in RV, just my basics.
My Total GVWR including towing capacity is 25500 lbs from factory, however I think I have raised it to around 27500 lbs and I bet my total weight on pics is just under 26000 lbs.
Oh yea and curb weight by Fleetwood says its 17500lbs. :C
Everything you have said about your modifications is simply your opinion and not that of any factory ratings. What is your chassis stated PSI steel rating on the frame rails? My guess is you have no idea. This is just another factor when tow capacities are set through industry standards. Now, I will ask again... what does your Federal Certification Tag state is the maximum gross towed weight? See... that is what really matters. Sorry, but you or anyone else are not entitled to increase beyond that stated capacity. I have no idea what year chassis your coach is sitting on, but for some education, you might want to take a look at Ford's 2014 F53 chassis specifications. That information can be found here: http://www.fleet.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/brochures/Class_A_brochure-2014_LoRes.pdf By the way, when Fleetwood extends frame rails etc., it is done with the blessing of the chassis manufacturer AFTER they meet the manufacturer's engineering standards to do so. Fleetwood and others are certified as QVMs (Qualified Vehicle Modifiers) by Ford. Additionally, you have NO WAY of raising your stated GVWR.
Safe travels.
Did they ever get the feature fixed on this website where you can block other users so you don't have to read their useless drivel? I'll have to give it a try again.
