American Coach American Allegiance, Owner'S Manual

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04-9
On The Road
WEIGHING YOUR TANDEM AXLE MOTOR HOME
To Obtain Individual Wheel Positions Weights:
One Side
Scale Weight _____________ lbs.
(Step 2c)
Calculate Other _____________ lbs.
Side Weight (Step 1d - 2c)
Tire Load (lbs.) _____________ lbs.
(See Note*)
Inflation _____________ psi.
(See Note*)
STEP 2c
One Side
Scale Weight _____________ lbs.
Step 2d: Right Duals = (2b - 2c)
Calculate Other _____________ lbs.
Side Weight Left Duals (1e - 2d)
Tire Load (lbs.) _____________ lbs.
(See Note*)
Inflation _____________ psi.
(See Note*)
STEP 2d
(Calculated)
One Side
Scale Weight _____________ lbs.
(Step 2a)
Calculate Other _____________ lbs.
Side Weight (Step 1a - 2a)
Tire Load (lbs.) _____________ lbs.
(See Note*)
Inflation _____________ psi.
(See Note*)
STEP 2a
One Side
Scale Weight _____________ lbs.
(Step 2b)
Calculate Other _____________ lbs.
Side Weight (Step 1c -2b)
STEP 2b
*NOTE: Refer to the tire load charts published by the tire manufacturer to determine the
proper inflation pressures recommended for single and dual axles equipped. Always inflate
each axle set to the tire with the higher of the side-to-side loads.
Dangers of Overloading
Do not overload your RV. In addition to
possible problems with tires, wheels, and
springs, there can be problems of brake failure,
drivetrain failure, wheel bearing failure, etc.
Moreover, an overloaded RV uses more fuel, is
harder to handle , and can lead to driver fatigue.
If any component should fail, it could result in
vehicle damage and/or loss of vehicle control.
In addition to the above dangers, there are some
states that require certain motor homes and RVs
to utilize the Highway Patrol’s weight scales to
check for overloaded axle weights. Citations can
be issued to violators.
Since you may load your motor home
differently for different trips, loading and
weight patterns will change. Periodically
reweigh your motor home and log the weights
in this chapter. Refer to your log as you
prepare to load for future trips.