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SECTION 3
PRE-TRAVEL INFORMATION
Fig 3.4 Trailer Weight Information label
You may question the total weight capacity of
the tires on your park trailer being less than
the GVWR; this is correct. In order to
calculate the actual weight on the park trailer
tires, it is necessary to include the tongue
weight. The tongue weight is actually being
carried by your tow vehicle, not the park trailer
tires.
For example: If the tires are rated at
2,000 lbs. each x 4 tires = 8,000 lbs.
and the park trailer has a GVWR of
9,000 lbs. with a tongue weight of
1,200 lbs. The actual weight on the
park trailer tires is 7,800 lbs. which is
within the weight rating of the tires.
If you have further questions, please contact
your dealer or Jayco Customer Service.
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Using an oversized or undersized hitch
can cause damage to the park trailer
frame. Jayco cannot be responsible for the
tow vehicle suspension system. The final
ball height after the tow vehicle/travel
trailer combination is completely hooked
up is a factor that must be considered. To
avoid overloading your trailer axles and
minimize possible handling difficulties,
your trailer should be level when hooked to
your tow vehicle. Do not overload your tow
Hitch selection is important because it affects
the towing and handling characteristics of
your park trailer. There are many kinds of
hitches available for various uses and
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assuring that you have the correct hitch
installed
is
critical
experience.
Ask your dealer about the proper class and
type of hitch you need to purchase for your
individual tow vehicle/park trailer combination
(a park trailer requires a frame mounted
hitch).
The hitch manufacturer assigns a hitch class
rating based on the capacity that hitch has for
towing and a weight classification. The weight
classification is determined from the hitch's
weight carrying capacity (also known as the
tongue weight on a park trailer). Before
selecting a hitch, you must know your GVWR
and tongue weight or pin box rating.
Maintain the proper tongue weight of the
trailer. Stay within the target range of 10%-
15% of the overall gross weight (park trailer
weight plus contents).
Equipment that sometimes gives autos, trucks
and sport utility vehicles a softer ride can
accentuate swaying when pulling a park
trailer; conversely, suspension that is too stiff
will increase vibration, bounce and accelerate
wear of your tow vehicle and trailer. Educate
yourself to protect you, your family and other
motorists.
The rating of the hitch package purchased
should be equal to or greater than the park
trailer's GVWR and the hitch weight (or pin
box rating).
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To determine the hitch height for your model,
make sure that the trailer is
This unit hitch
level. When the loaded park
height is:
trailer is hitched to the tow
vehicle, check the hitch ball
height.
determined by measuring the distance from
the center of the hitch ball to the ground.
Record this number in the box for future
reference.
Adjust the equalizing bars of the hitch
assembly so that the tow vehicle and the
trailer are essentially level. A high hitch will
transfer weight behind the axles and cause
to
a
safe
towing
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