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ramyankee
Explorer
Jan 30, 2014

Term question re: weight calc/load estimate utility

Trying this out on my truck and 5th Wheel. There are a couple of terms I need a little explanation on. For both units they are asking for Steer axle and Drive axle. What are those? Are they found when...
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crabbin_cabin
Explorer II
Jan 30, 2014
Try this - truck - front axle = "steer" and rear axle = "drive". Trailer axle weight is as it is. But your trailer wheels/axles should be equal from left and right and the front pair and rear pair should also be equal.
Perfectly clear??

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