er78mph
Nov 15, 2015Explorer
Tongue Weight
Good morning and thanks to all in advance!
I read the beginner posts on how to determine payload capacity and I comprehended some but totally became confused when the post started discussing axles, hitches, and other parts that determine tongue weight.I just purchased an F150 V8 with a 145" wheel base, 3.55 electronic lock RR AXLE, 4x4, and GVW of 7,000lbs. My towing max is 9,100lbs and the truck weights 5,000lbs. The dry trailer that I purchases is 4,500 dry. After putting in all the numbers I arrived at a available payload tongue weight of 1,250. My hitch is a Husky center line WD with Sway bars. What is the tongue weight(loaded question, I know ? Could I just plug in .15% of the trailer weight as the tongue weight? Just a bit confuse with the tongue weight and just want to maximize the safety of my family. Your wisdom would truly be appreciated and priceless! A genuine thanks!
I read the beginner posts on how to determine payload capacity and I comprehended some but totally became confused when the post started discussing axles, hitches, and other parts that determine tongue weight.I just purchased an F150 V8 with a 145" wheel base, 3.55 electronic lock RR AXLE, 4x4, and GVW of 7,000lbs. My towing max is 9,100lbs and the truck weights 5,000lbs. The dry trailer that I purchases is 4,500 dry. After putting in all the numbers I arrived at a available payload tongue weight of 1,250. My hitch is a Husky center line WD with Sway bars. What is the tongue weight(loaded question, I know ? Could I just plug in .15% of the trailer weight as the tongue weight? Just a bit confuse with the tongue weight and just want to maximize the safety of my family. Your wisdom would truly be appreciated and priceless! A genuine thanks!