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fugawi
Explorer II
Nov 16, 2015

Weight distribution needed? Help interpret CAT scale numbers

Can you please help me interpret these CAT scale numbers and whether weight distribution is needed here? Is lifting 280 lbs off of a 4,780 lb front axle significant to handling? The tow vehicle ...
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fugawi
Explorer II
Nov 16, 2015
APT wrote:
Your receiver is rating for something like 1500 pounds without WDH. I doubt that weight will cause much handling issues. 11% TW is a bit light for stability/handling so sway control may be helpful or just change in loading.


Interesting that it felt slightly better driving without the water, which resulted in the 12.4% tongue weight vs. the 11% tongue weight when carrying the water.

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