Help needed with CAT scale numbers
After discussing in a previous thread about my Equalizer hitch 1200/12000 model and if is appropriate for my truck / trailer, I believe it would best to get real CAT weights. Below are my CAT sca...
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Great pic! I see you have the 6 1/2 ft bed like mine does.
You have good truck capacity to start with. The 9,700# GVWR will be the weak area to watch but you can still be under that with a level of extra. When the WD hitch is set up right, your axle loads will be in line with your ratings when you add your; passengers, 600# of cargo in the bed and if or when you're loaded tongue weight reaches towards 1,400# when extra gear in the camper just shows up. In time, it will. You have a good foundation to create a stable towing setup. It just will take a little work until you dial it in and be glad you did with a pleasant tow.
Thanks
John
You have good truck capacity to start with. The 9,700# GVWR will be the weak area to watch but you can still be under that with a level of extra. When the WD hitch is set up right, your axle loads will be in line with your ratings when you add your; passengers, 600# of cargo in the bed and if or when you're loaded tongue weight reaches towards 1,400# when extra gear in the camper just shows up. In time, it will. You have a good foundation to create a stable towing setup. It just will take a little work until you dial it in and be glad you did with a pleasant tow.
Thanks
John
