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Weighing Vehicle (Loaded or Unloaded)
The proper method to weigh the coach is to use a truck scale. Place the
coach axles (tires) and tongue jack, 12” to 24” from the edge. Unhook the
tow vehicle and move forward 6” to 8”. Now record total weight. Re-hook
the tow vehicle. Be sure no part of tow vehicle is on the scale. Now
record the axle weight only. The difference between the two weights is
the hitch weight.
VENTURE RV suggests you also weigh each side (2 tires) separate to
find balance of pounds per side. Its possible to have 1 side correct and
the other side over-loaded. Often the slide out side or refrigerator side will
be slightly heavier than the other.
The second sticker is about the weight of cargo placed in your coach.
Location is on the inside of your coach, on the screen door, or inside of a
cabinet door. It provides listed total allowable weight of cargo minus
liquids allowed, water and propane.
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RECREATIONAL VEHICLE TRAILER CARGO
VIN——————————————
The weight of cargo should never exceed
Kg.—————————————— Lbs.
CAUTION
A load of water equals—————-kg, or ———-lbs. of cargo @
Kg or 8.3 lbs. per gallon.
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Loading the Trailer—Distribution
Your recreational vehicle has been engineered to make maximum use of
the available space for living and storage areas. The equipment and
supplies you take along while traveling can be carried safely, provided the
additional weight is distributed properly. Proper weight distribution within
your trailer is an important factor in safety and efficiency of your trailer
brakes, hitching, and how your tow vehicle will pull the trailer. DO NOT
put excess weight in the rear only. Excessive weight in the rear area
tends to develop sway and “fishtailing” of the trailer.
Lightweight and bulky items such as paper products, bedding, clothing,
etc., should be stored in overhead cabinets and closets. Heavy items
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