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Ensure the tongue bolt is as tight as possible without over restricting the vertical motion of the hitch.
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An extra washer (shown below) can be added if the nut is tightened so far that it runs out of threads before the tongue bolt is as tight as
possible.
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Ensure all tires are properly inflated. Refer to "Initial Operation & Maintenance" on page 11 for recommended tire pressures.
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If either of the front tires look to be excessively worn or unevenly worn they should be rotated with a less worn rear tire, if possible.
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Toe the front tires inward 3/16" on front from rim to rim (acceptable range for tired to be toed insward is 1/8" to 1/4"). For directions
on how to adjust the toe-in, follow the steps below.
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Ensure the inner tongue bolt (shown below) is tightened enough to mitigate slop but still allow the inner tongue to slide in and out of
the outer tongue. It is acceptable to see the outer tongue squeezed inward by the inner tongue bolt for a slop-free fit.
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Position the tongue in the straight and horizontal position. Measure both "L1" locations. Once both locations are the same length, move
to the next step.
2.
Measure both "L2" locations. Adjust both tie-rods to ensure both measurements are equal.
3.
Measure "L3" and "L4" distances. L3 should be set 3/16" smaller than L4 by adjusting the tie-rods in equal amounts.
4.
Measure both "L2" locations again to ensure they are the same. If L2 lengths are different, repeat the process.
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Gravity Wagon Trail Adjustment
Inner Tongue Bolt
Adjusting Running Gear Toe-In
Hitch
Tongue Ear
Outer Tongue
L2
L3
L2
L4
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