wolfe10 Report post Posted January 26, 2018 OK, we seem to have strayed from the original topic-- how a motorhome "gains weight" and how to address it. If anyone wants to discuss state inspections, etc, probably best to start a new topic under "Laws and Legislative Action". Thanks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Quote Strayed from original topic! Brett, this one is so far off topic, that I suggest we delete and start over. If Joe S. want's to start again, I hope so, as it's very beneficial to new RV'ers! The rest should be over on "Law" as you suggested. It is informative for us in Texas and those who chose Livingston! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Brett, I'm not saying who started it, but it was somewhere around post #2. Now, with that said, I know Livingston Escapees do a 4 corner weighing. Not sure during the Winter what the schedule is. Other than Oregon, which I know about, are there any other states that leave their scales open? (That anyone knows about?) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
kaypsmith Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Here is the link https://texarkanafyi.com/texas-senate-votes-end-mandatory-vehicle-inspections-poll/, sorry for the misinfo. http://dallas.legalexaminer.com/automobile-accidents/legislation-to-end-vehicle-inspections-in-texas-stalls-out/, I didn't check the date close enough, your senate seems to have thought it a good idea, but the house didn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hermanmullins Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Wayne, Here is the number for the gentleman that weighs coaches in Livingston. 936-327-8873 or www.escapees.com/smartweight Herman Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Escapees has another place for weight at their park in Florida. The name of the town has escaped me! Think it's Bushnell. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted January 26, 2018 10 hours ago, wayne77590 said: Brett, I'm not saying who started it, but it was somewhere around post #2. Thanks buddy I did bring it back after with my weight slip....... where's the smiling emogi with a halo when you need it Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Joe. For this Forum, they felt an emogi with a halo was not representative for any of us! Surprised there is not one with horns.. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted January 26, 2018 24 minutes ago, manholt said: For this Forum, they felt an emogi with a halo was not representative for any of us! I resemble that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Who would teach it! However, vehicle weight is very important, not only for safety reasons but law enforcement can stop and check anytime. See Joe L, that is how you combine the two. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted January 26, 2018 11 minutes ago, wayne77590 said: See Joe L, that is how you combine the two. I feel singled out . I agree on the weights, I still have to get the 4 corners weighed. Once I pull it out of hibernation and its restocked I'm going to run it down to the local police department to have them weigh it with their portable scales. I have some more tile work to do, now in the bathroom area, so the weight will sway to the other side now . After reading a few other posts on this issue I can guarantee its heavy to the left side just by the floor plan alone. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted January 26, 2018 Quote Heavy on left side Joe. That's the side you sit on! Just move some off your cooking, camping supply's over to the other side...problem solved. That's pretty much the same we tell everyone to do, to balance the load side to side and back to front. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted January 26, 2018 1 hour ago, manholt said: Joe. That's the side you sit on! , yeah, I thought about that also. But take me out of the equation and think about the construction, both slides are on that side, the front slide while only 18" deep is the galley and couch . Everything I removed weight wise in this coach (other than Propane tank) was on the passenger side of the coach, so when you think about it...although I made it lighter in general I off balanced it more. There is some relief as when the slides are closed the weight is much closer to center, but still not centered. Now when you do the actual math I removed about 500 lbs in total, now the recliners helped lower that number as they are on the passenger side where there was nothing but a free standing chair. In the end portable scales are really the only way to get the hardcore data. While loaded we stock up our water supply on the passenger side under the dinette front booth, back booth houses my tools, so there is some balance counterweight. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jleamont Report post Posted January 27, 2018 1 hour ago, elkhartjim said: You guys are making my head hurt with all the this balancing stuff. Simple problem to solve, Joe, let your wife drive and you sit in the dining area holding her clothes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ispjs Report post Posted January 28, 2018 On 1/25/2018 at 5:35 AM, manholt said: Wayne. Mine is 1,000 more, and it's 45'....since Texas goes by weight on Motor Homes, got my Tag yesterday $763.25 ! Is that for a 10 year tag? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted January 28, 2018 Joe S, don't we wish. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ispjs Report post Posted February 4, 2018 I've always considered myself picky about knowing my axle weights and keeping my tires adjusted accordingly. I have never felt the need to go out of my way to have a 4-corner weight done. What is everyone's experiences that have these done? Do you find that one side is 2,000 pounds heavier than the other? There would have to be some pretty extreme differences to even show up on a tire manufacturer weight chart, therefore leading you to make adjustments. Just wondering. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wolfe10 Report post Posted February 4, 2018 Joe, Yes, particularly with some floor plans there is a significant side to side imbalance. Large galley slides are poster children for this-- the weight of the slide, appliances, cabinets, cookware and dinner ware, etc all on one side. Offset by a recliner. Also, out of spec ride height can move significant weight from side to side. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 4, 2018 Joe, also what inflation would you use based on axle weight? Just a couple hundred pounds could put one tire under inflated. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wildebill308 Report post Posted February 4, 2018 1 hour ago, wayne77590 said: Joe, also what inflation would you use based on axle weight? Just a couple hundred pounds could put one tire under inflated. Wayne, I agree with you 100% Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ispjs Report post Posted February 5, 2018 20 hours ago, wayne77590 said: Joe, also what inflation would you use based on axle weight? Just a couple hundred pounds could put one tire under inflated. What I have always done is divide the axle weight in half of course. Then I generally add a couple hundred pounds or go up to the next set number on the tire chart. I see your point though. My current rig has FWS with frig, couch, and dinette among other things in it. Other side has smaller couch, galley, and bed. Depending on how holding tanks are mounted along with the Oasis down below I guess one side could be a few hundred pounds different than the other. First things first, tomorrow morning will be the first fully loaded trip pulling enclosed trailer. When we take off I will head to the Pilot station to top off and run across scales again. I really want to get an idea on what tongue weight I am going to have. Then I will probably start thinking about where to get 4 corner weight done. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 5, 2018 Joe S. Since your in Florida, Escapees has a place there that does corner weights...I don't remember the name of the camp ground, but do know it's North of you! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 5, 2018 Escapee's RV park is in Bushnell, FL. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
manholt Report post Posted February 5, 2018 Wayne. Your right...I did not have my card handy, or I would have asked...no I do not know my #....4 digits. My bad. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
wayne77590 Report post Posted February 5, 2018 Carl, I wasn't chastising you for your old age memory! I just knew where the park was. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
