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09-01-2009, 11:24 AM

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Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

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Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

True enough but few of the state have invested in the weight classification equipment that allows them to know that you are over 10K either before or after you pass the station. I used to own a...

Forum: General Sportsmobile

08-29-2009, 11:44 AM

Replies: 65

Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

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Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

+ 1 to all.

Liability is an ugly word for sure and it also depends on which state you live before you jump to conclusions on this subject. The issue is to be proactive. SMB has to assume that...

Forum: General Sportsmobile

08-25-2009, 12:15 PM

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Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

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Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

What he says! But the rocket science that went into deciding the spring rates and damper capabilities alongside brake capacity, tire and bearing loads to arrive at a GVWR - is not something most of...

Forum: General Sportsmobile

08-25-2009, 10:45 AM

Replies: 65

Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

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Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

This is the crux of the issue. 99/100 the effect of overloading will not be felt except through higher wear and tear, gas consumption and perhaps some fatigue. The issue in my mind is when does an...

Forum: General Sportsmobile

08-18-2009, 09:28 AM

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Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

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Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

Interesting comments from all and thanks for the axle education: something about which I knew diddly!

The sensible loading advice given here is important and requires a religous attitiude towards...

Forum: General Sportsmobile

08-17-2009, 01:26 PM

Replies: 65

Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

Views: 10,987

Posted By vlamgat

Re: Empty SMB weighs same as GVWR

I don't think that the computation of GVWR or CGVW is a science. And like many engineering limits my guess is that there is a healthy fudge factor built into the limits. Unlike aircraft the vehicle...

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