Trailer towing 411 |
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WARNING |
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If the trailer is loaded with more weight in the back of trailer ’ s axle than in the front , the load is taken off the rear axle of the towing vehicle . This may cause the rear wheels to skid , especially during braking or when vehicle speed is reduced during cornering , resulting in oversteer , spin out and / or jackknifing . |
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1 Jack 2 Bathroom scale
The tongue load can be weighed with a bathroom scale as shown in the illustration above . When weighing the tongue load , be sure to position the towing coupler at the height at which it would be during actual towing , using a jack as shown .
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Front
The tongue load can be adjusted by proper distribution of the load in the trailer . Never load the trailer with more weight in the back than in the front ; approximately 60 percent of the trailer load should be in the front and approximately 40 percent in the rear . Also , distribute the load as evenly as possible on both the left and right sides .
Be sure that all cargo is firmly secured to prevent a change in weight distribution while driving .
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& Trailer Hitches |
WARNING
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Never drill the frame or under-body of your vehicle to install a commercial trailer hitch . If you do , dangerous exhaust gas , water or mud may enter the passenger compartment through the drilled hole . Exhaust gas contains carbon monoxide , a colorless and odorless gas which is dangerous , or even lethal , if inhaled . Also , drilling the frame or underbody of your vehicle could cause deterioration of strength of your vehicle and cause corrosion around the drilled hole .
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