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lawrosa
Explorer
Mar 13, 2018

Air bags increase tongue or pin weight??? Interesting!!

Came across this video.. It seems air bags increase TW when adjusted for a level ride. I never would of assumed this.. I would think the same for the 5th wheel guys. Its interesting none of the ...
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wa8yxm
Explorer III
Mar 14, 2018
The Max Combined Vehicle Weight is not changed by addition of air bags.
But the weight distribution may be. so for some vehicles with more of the weight moved to the FRONT you can tow more. this is what a load equalizing hitch does.

A air bag just lifts the rear. exceeding rear axle ratings can be... bad.

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