what to do with an over weight motorhome
Weighed my Jayco Granite Ridge 3100ss yesterday. Came in at 250 lbs over weight, but 500 lbs over on the rear axle. Spent the day going through everything. Outside rear storage is empty and the fro...
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It's a shame you're in that situation. I"m assuming you're on an E450 cab/chassis. If it's an older unit your GVWR would be 14,050# instead of the newer E450 with a 14,500# GVWR. The difference seems to be in the springs. The older E450s had 4600# front springs (combined) and 9,450# rear springs. The newer E450s have 5,360# front springs and 9,880# rear springs. You could upgrade the springs to give you the higher rating or go even higher (which might result in an uncomfortable ride). I really think with just rearranging and lightening your load you'll be fine. I'm sure going over the rating by a few pounds (relatively speaking), won't cause any problems. Your tires should be aired up to the max to support the weights they're carrying.
tire inflation chart
How does it drive/ride now ?
tire inflation chart
How does it drive/ride now ?
