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I'm befuddled on weight

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by WREN, Oct 13, 2019.

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  1. Oct 14, 2019 #41
    WREN

    WREN Medium Load Member

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    Ok, loaded numbers were

    11540 steers
    32860 drives
    33300 tandems
     
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  3. Oct 14, 2019 #43
    JungleMarine

    JungleMarine Bobtail Member

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    It's like a counter weight. I've seen the right amount of weight may actually decrease your steer weight
     
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  4. Oct 14, 2019 #43
    MACK E-6

    MACK E-6 Moderator Staff Member

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    Can’t do much to beat that. :)
     
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  5. Oct 14, 2019 #44
    x1Heavy

    x1Heavy Road Train Member

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    I like these numbers. ANY one else that does NOT like these numbers can save it. lolz. /snarky.
     
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  7. Oct 14, 2019 #45
    ZVar

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    If you can, I'd try and slide one more hole. If at all possible you want the drives to have the more weight on them. The ride is better that way. For that little difference it probably won't matter, but it's a good habit to get into.
     
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  8. Oct 15, 2019 #46
    jon69

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    Drives and steers should always be heavier than tandems.

    Do you even drive?
     
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  9. Oct 15, 2019 #47
    jon69

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    Also to the OP, put your 5th wheel between your drives, exactly in the middle and leave it that way.
     
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  10. Oct 15, 2019 #48
    mustang190

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    Slide your seat back 1 notch and put it in the wind!
    Chicken hauling ain’t for sissies!
     
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  11. Oct 15, 2019 #49
    MACK E-6

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    ....Only for 18 years. :rolleyes:

    You’re talking about 500 lbs difference. Get over yourself.
     
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