VANLEIGH PINECREST Owner's Manual page 43

When loading cargo into your RV, DO NOT exceed:
• Maximum weight specified on the Cargo Carrying Capacity label
• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
• Maximum Load Rating of your RV tires.
The Maximum Load Rating of your RV tires is less than the GVWR. To calculate the actual weight on your RV tires, sub-
tract the hitch weight from your RV's Gross Weight. The hitch weight is carried by your tow vehicle, not the RV tires.
For example, if your RV's:
• Tires are each rated at 2,000 lbs.
2,000 lbs. x 4 tires = 8,000 lbs.
• Gross Weight is 9,000 lbs.
• with a hitch weight of 1,200 lbs. then
9,000 lbs. - 1,200 lbs. = 7,800 lbs.
The actual weight on the RV tires is 7,800 lbs., This is under the load rating of the tires.
7,800 lbs. ÷ 4 tires = 1,950 lbs. each
Wa te r an d Pro p a ne
• Your fresh water is treated as cargo weight. Water weighs 8.3 lbs. per gallon; 50 gallons weighs over 417 lbs.
• The weight of your full LP cylinders is already figured into your RV's Cargo Carrying Capacity.
If you are close to your GVWR, reducing the amount of water in the holding tank will increase the amount of
cargo weight available by the same amount. This flexibility allows you to make choices that fit your travel and camp-
ing needs.
If you have further questions, please contact your dealer or Vanleigh RV Customer Service.
For traveling safety, distribute cargo side-to-side so the weight on each tire does not exceed one-half of the GAWR
for either axle.
It is important to secure the tie down straps (if so equipped) on appliances or furniture. Free-standing furniture or
overlooked items on the counter top or range can become dangerous projectiles during a sudden stop.
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