52 • Section 2 — Driving & Safety Cayman 2006
Four Point Weighing (Example)
NOTE:
Following scale readings and Gross Axle Weight Ratings are fictitious. Actual scale readings
and Gross Axle Weight Ratings will vary with model and options.
The motorhome must be weighed fully loaded to obtain accurate scale readings and to determine the proper
tire pressure. All slide rooms, must be in retracted position.
1. Take the FRONT axle Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and divide it by two. Example: FRONT axle
GAWR taken from the motorhome Vehicle Certifi cation Label is 13,000 lbs. Divide the fi gure by two,
using chart, record 6,500 lbs. on line 1.
2. Weigh the driver side FRONT corner (Scale A) and record weight on chart Scale A, line 2.
Example: 5,000 lbs.
3. Weigh the passengers side FRONT corner (Scale C) and record weight on chart Scale C, line 2.
Example: 4,000 lbs.
4. Add Roadside and Console side from line 1, for Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) and record on chart
under Totals. Example: 13,000 lbs.
5. Add chart scale A and C, line 2 for actual Gross Axle Weight (GAW) and record on chart under Totals.
Example: 9,000 lbs.
6. Actual Gross Axle Weight (GAW). Example: 9,000 lbs. is not to exceed Gross Axle Weight Rating
(GAWR). Example: 13,000 lbs.
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Four Point Weighing Example Chart
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