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Originally Posted by Tireman9
Sorry, no "baiting" intended. I am interested in learning Reserve Load on various RV trailers as I have found numbers for vehicle Reserve Load from a negative 2% to as high as +40% on some motor vehicles. RV trailers tend to run below 10% assuming the GAWR has not been exceeded AND that the tire is fully inflated to Placard. But we both know that in the real world a majority of thousands of RVs that have been weighed have discovered one or more tire and/or axle is in overload.
RE the -2% yes I filed a complaint with NHTSA on that one.
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Over the years I've attended at least 3 major RV shows per year. I take pictures and discus specifications with dealers and sales people.
Here are a couple of examples of just how far trailer manufacturers will push the minimums with tires.
