RubyRed Canadian

I follow this channel regularly and they went shopping for a new 5th wheel.

After finding the model they liked, they ran the numbers through a spreadsheet and found out how overloaded they would be.

Lots of good info. I left them a comment that they used 'dry' pin weight in their calculation, but it doesn't matter because they know they need a new truck.

clarkbre

I too follow their videos and they are very entertaining and informative; however, they don't need a new truck. They need to learn how to look at the numbers as a whole instead of using partial and inaccurate information.


He does not discuss the dynamics of a properly set up weight distribution hitch.

The spreadsheet that he has is incomplete as it does not show actual weights per axle or actual weights of the trailer. He relies on manufacturers data that does not reflect real world figures.

And, he also claims a few times that he is overloaded on the GCVWR when his truck and trailer GVWR both clearly don't add up to Ford's allowed GCVWR. He is over on his payload....but again, never runs actual numbers to show that the WDH can and does transfer some of the tongue weight off the truck and back to the trailer axles.

Below is a much better example of a comprehensive spreadsheet to figure out proper weights per axle.



Here is what I wrote as a comment to him a couple days ago:

Good video and explanations of all the acronyms. However, my big contention with all this information is the lack of discussion and affect of a properly set up Weight Distribution Hitch. While tongue weight is measured with a scale, the most important information is where the tongue weight is allocated to the truck and trailer (front, rear and trailer axles). The spreadsheet used in the video is a good start but does not show a complete and properly set up truck and trailer. It is most important at a CAT scale to take 3 passes:
1. Just the truck with the typical load (full tank of fuel, passengers and typical gear in the cab and bed)
2. The truck and trailer connected. This pass should be done without the weight distribution bars on the hitch.
3. The truck and trailer connected with the weight distribution bars engaged.

The numbers will show that with the WDH properly set up, some of the tongue weight will be distributed to the front of the tow vehicle and also back to the trailer axles.

Please check this link out showing a more complete explanation and spreadsheet. https://www.f150forum.com/f82/number...4/#post5656287

I do appreciate your videos and podcasts. Following your family has made our entry into RVing a very fun experience.

RubyRed Canadian

Totally agree with you clarkbre!

I thought it was a good way for some folks to get the basics without having to do a ton of reading on this forum.

Agreed, your spreadsheet is definitely worth more.