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_DJ_1
Explorer II
Jul 19, 2013

Does ANY trailer manufacturer use adequate tires/axles?

I was looking at trading my TT for a TH. Brand new 24' Sandstorm by Forest River. It was loaded. Had everything I wanted. 40 gallon gas station, 4000 genny, 155 watt solar, big shower, front bedr...
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ktmrfs
Explorer III
Jul 19, 2013
Our trailer

GVWR 8600
GAWR 8800
tires 225/75-15 D (2400/tire??)

tongue weight loaded 1000lbs, so yes, ours came in the "adequate" category. Definitely not overbuilt, but at least some margin. Fully loaded, we are near the 8600lbs and GAW is under 8000lbs with wD hooked up.

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