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kc8suj
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May 06, 2019

Cat Scale front Axle is #360 more than rear axle this ok?

Hello all. I am new here and just weighed my set up. 2013 GMC sierra 1500 4X4 with W.D.H. and Fully loaded truck and trailer with empty water tanks. I see my front axle is 360 LBS heaver than the ...
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Boomerweps
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May 06, 2019
Short answer: no, it's not OK.
The objective of the WDH is to spread the hitch weight more evenly on the TV, in large part to maintain steering control (needs friction) and keep the TV near a normal level.
If the WDH places too much weight force on the front, the rear/drive axle loses some of its friction.

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