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LILREDGMC · 12-28-2002, 10:11 AM

Everyone's giving you great info. When I load my tandem with anything, I try to do it on a level surface, and you can actually see the weight transfer to the front axle as the vehicle/tractor rolls slowly forward. Too much tongue is way better than not enough, but you will feel it as if someone was always pushing down on the bed. The upward arc of the axles is a common look, not to know why, but supposing that as you load the trailer with more weight and reach the limits, any deflection will be to a straight condition not bowed down with a result of camber on the tires and wheels.

Springs and shocks can help, but after towing a good bit with the 71 GMC swb I really got spoiled after towing with the Longhorn. What a difference! The 3/4 ton and much longer wheelbase made alot of difference. The only fault is less maneuverability. I was going to originally part out the Longhorn and keep some of the choice parts but after towing its now to be restored and used as the tow vehicle of choice.

Weight of the towed load versus the tow vehicle plays a role as well. The longer the wheelbase and heavier the truck the more stability, again as long as its loaded right.

My 2 cents, hope this helps.

12-28-2002, 10:11 AM	#11
LILREDGMC Registered User Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania USA Posts: 464	Weight Distribution Everyone's giving you great info. When I load my tandem with anything, I try to do it on a level surface, and you can actually see the weight transfer to the front axle as the vehicle/tractor rolls slowly forward. Too much tongue is way better than not enough, but you will feel it as if someone was always pushing down on the bed. The upward arc of the axles is a common look, not to know why, but supposing that as you load the trailer with more weight and reach the limits, any deflection will be to a straight condition not bowed down with a result of camber on the tires and wheels. Springs and shocks can help, but after towing a good bit with the 71 GMC swb I really got spoiled after towing with the Longhorn. What a difference! The 3/4 ton and much longer wheelbase made alot of difference. The only fault is less maneuverability. I was going to originally part out the Longhorn and keep some of the choice parts but after towing its now to be restored and used as the tow vehicle of choice. Weight of the towed load versus the tow vehicle plays a role as well. The longer the wheelbase and heavier the truck the more stability, again as long as its loaded right. My 2 cents, hope this helps.