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2013 HOLIDAY RAMBLER
Weighing
Curb Weight
For ease of weighing process and
determining tongue weight, it is recommended
to initially weigh the tow vehicle in an
unloaded condition to obtain how much the
tow vehicle weighs (curb weight) prior to
loading the tow vehicle with occupants and
cargo for travel. Record front and rear axle
weights. Weight of occupants, tow vehicle
cargo and tongue weight will be in addition to
curb weight. The recreational vehicle and tow
vehicle must be weighed to ensure the GCWR
is within the tow vehicle manufacturer’s
recommendation. The following weigh method
can be used if only a small platform scale is
available. The recreational vehicle will need to
be un-coupled.
READING 1 - Tow Vehicle Curb
Weight: Level, unloaded without cargo
or passengers.
READING 2 - Tow Vehicle and Hitch
Weight: Level and hitched.
READING 3 - Gross Axle Weight:
Recreational vehicle on scale level and
loaded. This is weight of recreational
vehicle without tongue weight.
Hitch Weight Only - Subtract Reading
1 (tow vehicle curb weight) from
Reading 2 (tow vehicle & hitch
weight). Tow vehicle occupants and
cargo are additional weight.
GCW (Gross Combined Weight) - Add
Reading 2 (tow vehicle & hitch weight)
and Reading 3 (GAW of recreational
vehicle).
NOTE:
Compare actual weights and ratings to
ensure the recreational vehicle is below
the maximum ratings.
WARNING:
Do not add items like generators, tools
or motorcycle racks to the rear of the
recreational vehicle. Weight behind the
axle tends to magnify sway that may
occur when passing trucks or in gusty
winds. Tongue weight should be 10 to
15% of the recreational vehicle weight
for proper towing characteristics.
020049b
Types of Scales
Alternate Weighing Method
on Small Platform Scale
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Summary of Contents for HOLIDAY RAMBLER 2013
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