Do I have have enough Truck?
Hello All, My first post and good to meet you all. we're getting back into RV and traveling. Have an important question regarding towing heavy fifth wheel. We picked up a 04' Keystone Spri...
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b1jetmech wrote:Second Chance wrote:
Loaded, the pin weight for that trailer is more likely to be in the 2,500 - 2,800 lb. range. I would suggest weighing the truck (full tanks and all occupants), add 150 lbs. for a hitch over the rear axle, and see what you have left over on the rear axle and tire ratings.
Rob
Hi Rob,
Yeah, I need to find a DOT scale to weight the truck and weigh it again with the trailer and all occupants. I do have a feeling it will be well over the payload capacity. We'll see.
I would suggest a CAT scale at the nearest truck stop. The DOT boys will usually give someone in a non-commercial vehicle some dirty looks if you pull in there (unless you know someone, of course). In some places, the state weigh stations leave the scales on when they're closed. If you can see the read-out through the windows, you can just add your own weight back in.
Rob
