[Rhodes22-list] Axle location

[Tom Van Heule]

Rodger,
It was a 3mile move just down the road, so I used an underpowered vehicle.
The 2500HD has bags and springs.

On Sat, May 22, 2021, 5:30 AM ROGER PIHLAJA <roger_pihlaja at msn.com> wrote:

> Tom,
>
> It sounds like you’ve got so much tongue weight that you need to consider
> adding helper springs or air shocks to your rear suspension.
>
> Roger Pihlaja
> S/V Dynamic Equilibrium
>
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> From: Tom Van Heule<mailto:tom.vanheule at intrinsicprograms.com>
> Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 4:32 PM
> To: The Rhodes 22 Email List<mailto:rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
>
> Roger, you asked what's wrong with too much young weight.  It risks your
> steering wheels (front of tow vehicle) lifting off the ground... Which
> means loss of control potentially.
>
> There is one haneous bump by our off ramp.  I swear the front wheels lifted
> off.
> I was going too fast for the bump.... In a 35mph zone.  And had over 400 on
> the tounge.  It was when I was taking her to storage in the fall.
>
> On Fri, May 21, 2021, 2:59 PM Michael D. Weisner <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
> wrote:
>
> > I was always trained to jack up the trailer during storage. I use two
> > additional trailer jacks, one on each side, rated for the weight, located
> > just behind the wheels. This also prevents tipping when I climb up the
> > boarding ladder after placing the battery in the stern.
> >
> > Tires should not be kept in contact with pavement as the oils from
> asphalt
> > will damage the rubber.
> >
> > Mike
> > s/v Wind Lass ('91)
> > Nissequogue River, NY
> > I’d rather be sailing :~)
> >
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of
> > Thomas s
> > Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:51 PM
> > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
> >
> > What is the purpose of the plywood between the tire and pavement?
> >
> > Tom
> >
> > > On May 21, 2021, at 2:43 PM, Michael D. Weisner <mweisner at ebsmed.com>
> > wrote:
> > >
> > > Below are some tire pressure recommendations from Discount Tire. The
> > most important is:
> > >
> > > A TRAILER TIRE SHOULD BE INFLATED TO THE MAXIMUM INFLATION DESIGNATED
> ON
> > THE SIDEWALL OF THE TIRE TO PROVIDE THE FULL LOAD CARRYING CAPACITY.
> > >
> > >
> > > Maintaining Proper Air Pressure
> > >    A trailer tire should be inflated to the maximum inflation
> designated
> > on the sidewall of the tire to provide the full load carrying capacity.
> > >    The best time to check the air pressure is when the tire is cool to
> > the touch, and not right after the tire was in operation.
> > >    If the tire is warm from operation, add 3 psi over the maximum
> > inflation to compensate for the increased pressure from heat buildup.
> > >
> > > Load Carrying Capacity
> > >    All tires should be identical in size, brand, model, and load for
> the
> > tires to properly manage the weight of the trailer.
> > >    In order to safely distribute and carry the weight of the trailer
> and
> > its contents, the tires must have the combined load carrying capacity to
> > meet or exceed the weight of the trailer.
> > >    If a tire fails on a tandem axle trailer, you should replace both
> > tires on that side. The remaining tire is likely to have been subjected
> to
> > excessive loading.
> > >    If the tires are replaced with tires of larger diameter, the tongue
> > height of your trailer may need to be adjusted to maintain proper weight
> > distribution.
> > >
> > > Service Life
> > >    Trailer tires are limited by time and use, instead of being designed
> > for use until the tread is completely worn out.
> > >    After three years in service, approximately one third of the tires
> > strength is gone.
> > >    It is best to replace your trailer tires every 3-4 years even if the
> > remaining tread looks good.
> > >    Prior to each use, inspect the tires for any cuts, snags, punctures,
> > or bulges, as well as ensuring each tire is properly inflated.
> > >    When trailer tires are not in use or are in storage try to store in
> a
> > cool, dark garage at maximum tire inflation with material between the
> tire
> > and pavement (like a thin piece of plywood). Tire covers can help protect
> > the tires if stored in direct sunlight.
> > >
> > > Mike
> > > s/v Wind Lass ('91)
> > > Nissequogue River, NY
> > > I’d rather be sailing :~)
> > >
> > >
> > >
> > > -----Original Message-----
> > > From: Rhodes22-list <rhodes22-list-bounces at rhodes22.org> On Behalf Of
> > ROGER PIHLAJA
> > > Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:21 PM
> > > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
> > >
> > > Cary,
> > >
> > > Agreed!  This is yet another reason to have a tandem axle trailer.
> > >
> > > Roger Pihlaja
> > > S/V Dynamic Equilibrium
> > >
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> > >
> > > From: Cary Tolbert<mailto:retiredtoby at gmail.com>
> > > Sent: Friday, May 21, 2021 3:00 PM
> > > To: The Rhodes 22 Email List<mailto:rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
> > > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Axle location
> > >
> > > For what it is worth, LOW tire pressure on the trailer will also affect
> > the sway.  Yeah, been there.
> > > Cary.
> > >
> > >
> > >
> >
> >
>
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