Re: Fwd: Trailer Modifications, swaying

Bill Combs (ttursine@gnt.net)
Wed, 26 Aug 98 10:24:42 -0700


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>Others might be able to recommend the exact weight that should be on the
>tongue.
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>Geoff
>P-15 Lollipop
>N. Lake Tahoe, NV

10% tongue weight is the nominal recommendation. I do well with about 5%
(100+ lbs), but I tow with a van, which generically has some anti-sway
built in by virtue of the short distance between the hitch and the rear
axle of the tow vehicle.

Regards,
Bill Combs
WWP 19 #439 (1987)
"Ursa Minor"
Fort Walton Beach FL
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