Difficulty Reducing Tongue Weight
Hello! I joined today because I have been unable to solve my towing issues and would like to see if anyone can give me ideas to help. Tow rig: 2018 F150 Lariat Crew 4x4, 3.5L max tow Camper: 200...
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Generally speaking, lower tongue weight results in DECREASED directional stability, not increased. Given that you are too heavy for the truck, I’m gonna stick my neck out and suggest the problem is your rear tires are overloaded. Have you tried adding five psi to those tires?
From what you have described, you are right on the edge of stability. If the rear tires are slightly overloaded at whatever pressure you have there, 5 psi would make a world of improvement. If you are already at their max as shown on the sidewalk, you can still add 5 for a brief test, just don’t leave them there or hit any big bumps or potholes. If the added air solves the stability issue, you will know you need higher load range tires. It’s an experiment.
From what you have described, you are right on the edge of stability. If the rear tires are slightly overloaded at whatever pressure you have there, 5 psi would make a world of improvement. If you are already at their max as shown on the sidewalk, you can still add 5 for a brief test, just don’t leave them there or hit any big bumps or potholes. If the added air solves the stability issue, you will know you need higher load range tires. It’s an experiment.
