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Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-14-2013, 02:08 AM
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Posted By JohnB
The example I calculated was based on the C of G...

The example I calculated was based on the C of G being 1.2 ft ahead of the axle and 3 ft vertically above (triangle). I assumed that the frame, axle and hitch were all on the same plane (not quite...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-13-2013, 01:18 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,430
Posted By JohnB
Hopefully it will not be a three dog night on top...

Hopefully it will not be a three dog night on top of the rain.
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-13-2013, 01:03 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,430
Posted By JohnB
Here is an example. Trailer: 15’...

Here is an example.

Trailer: 15’ Escape, total mass 2500 lbs. loaded
Tongue weight: 300 lbs. or 12%, level trailer
Assume C of G is 3 feet above frame, vertical distance.
Distance...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-13-2013, 12:02 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,430
Posted By JohnB
One of the critical factors in the analysis is...

One of the critical factors in the analysis is the location of the Centre of Gravity (C of G) of the trailer. The higher it is above the frame the greater the effect towing above or below level will...
Forum: Towing and Hitching 03-10-2013, 02:43 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 26,430
Posted By JohnB
I did a quick calculation using basic statics for...

I did a quick calculation using basic statics for a 15’ and 17’ single axle trailer.

Assumption for 15’, a tongue wt of 300 lbs at the ball.
Distance from ball to trailer jack of 10”, from...
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