2020 Momentum 351M Shakedown Trip

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4K for pin weight seems kind of high to me also. The GVWR of the trailer is 16,800 lbs, so that is the very most that the trailer should be loaded to. Unless EVERYTHING that is loaded into the front of the trailer, 4K would be pretty hard to get to.........and loaded improperly also.

[dalek77]

Anything in the garage should lighten the pin a tad. Unless your fresh water tank is filled, your pin should be light.

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[VABiker]

Ok gang, if you read my answer, I said that I haven’t weighed the rig yet...ballparking 16K x 25% = 4K. it pulls fine.

[Backforty]

Congrats on the new rig ! What did you do during your trip? . Ride a little or just hang out ?.

[chunker]

My suggestion is make some trips to the scales. Not just one, 2-3. First fill the truck like you travel and with full fuel. Then take trailer loaded for bear but maybe water tanks empty. If the scales don't have side barriers, make a 3rd trip across, half on half off, with wheels positioned on the appropriate 3 sections. That with a bit of math will let you know pretty close how the weight is distributed side to side in the trailer. Lateral weights. Depending on those figures you could make a 4th trip after adding desired water. If you make 2 trips across the scales in rapid succession the second weighing is usually at a fraction of the cost. Then you will know your exact weight and no one will have to guess. One key is have the tow vehicle at a consistent weight, I'd suggest filling right before hitting the scales. If you are uncertain go inside first and explain what you are trying to do. I found them helpful the first time I weighed.