I'm sorry to hear your scale is malfunctioning. The etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044 does not have the ability to be calibrated. The scale typically stays calibrated so that isn't something that is necessary. However, we have run into manufacturer defects before which have caused it to be off. I wasn't able to find when you ordered it but if you contact our customer service department you can see if it is eligible for replacement. view full answer...
You can use the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 in two different configurations; either by connecting it to your trailer coupler, or by removing the foot on your jack (if it has a 2" diameter inner tube).
What you'll want to do is load up your trailer with cargo and shoot for a tongue weight that's 10-15% of the loaded trailer prior to connecting your weight distribution. So in your case if the trailer loaded weighs in at 5,000 lbs you want your loaded tongue weight to be 500 lbs... view full answer...
Most jacks will be a few feet behind the tip of the tongue. You can use the etrailer Trailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044 in the coupler to get the most accurate tongue weight rating, but this may not be the safest way.
If the jack is close to the coupler, it will still yield a very accurate reading, and this is what we recommend. The further away the jack is from the coupler the heavier it would read compared to the weight that would be on the trailer ball, but not enough to make... view full answer...
I attached a link to the install instructions for the etrailer scale part # e99044 which the last line covers storage, "Store the etrailer tongue weight scale in a secure place when not in use."
There is no additional storage steps needed for this. view full answer...
The tongue weight indicated on the scale will fluctuate according to the angle plus or minus over level of the trailer, which is normal. To get an accurate measurement, the trailer jack should be placed on the scale and the jack adjusted so that the trailer is level to the ground, THEN read the TW. view full answer...
The etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044 like many scales use hydraulic oil which can be stored at 32F to 77F.
So you wanting to store this in your trailer which gets down to -5F is a bit too cold for this. Ideally this should not be stored on its side or the oil will leak and should also be stored in an area that is air-conditioned and that can maintain constant temperatures.
Attached is a review video for you to check out as well. view full answer...
When using a commercial scale to determine your total tongue weight for a weight distribution system, like the Fastway e2 # FA92-00-0800 you will want to weigh the truck connected to the trailer without a system installed.
However, you do want the truck and trailer to be loaded just as they would be if you were going to be towing on a trip. view full answer...
There should be a tag somewhere near the tongue of your trailer that has the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating) of your trailer on it. That would be the max that your trailer can weigh. If you are trying to figure out how much weight you have loaded (or how much weight you can load) then you simply need to take your trailer to a commercial scale, park and uncouple it on the scale, and then drive your tow vehicle off of the scale prior to them weighing it for you.
Other than that, you can... view full answer...
The sticker you are looking at on the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers - 2,000-lb Capacity # e99044 can be ignored. This is for the installation of the gauge, but the gauge already comes installed. The only thing you need to do is follow the assembly instructions included with the scale. view full answer...
In order to calculate the tongue weight of your trailer with the 220 lb motorcycle you would need to measure it. Tongue weight is typically 10-15% of your loaded trailer weight. In this case, it will probably add quite a bit depending on how you are carrying the bike. Especially since you are planning to add it in front of the tear trailer. You may want to consider adding the # E-100 to the rear of your trailer if you have a 4" x 4" bumper. This wouldn't add nearly as much tongue weight.
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The etrailer Tongue Weight Scale part # e99044 will not be able to tell you the tongue weight of the setup when your weight distribution system is connected. There's only one way to tell how much tongue weight your weight distribution system is distributing to the front axle of your tow vehicle and that by taking your trailer setup to a weigh station and put the front axle of the tow vehicle on the scales with the spring bars connected and then get the weight figure when they are disconnected.... view full answer...
You will want the trailer to be on level ground and level (parallel) with the level ground to use the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale for Campers and Utility Trailers # e99044.
You may have to go to an empty parking lot or a different street to get more level ground. Otherwise the reading will not be accurate. view full answer...
Trailers do generally have a listed spec for their dry tongue weight. I wasn't able to find any definite information your 1996 Mallard because there are several different models with a wide range of different tongue weight capacities. However, since this would only be the dry tongue weight it probably isn't the figure you really need to know.
Tongue weight should be between 10 to 15 percent of the trailer's actual weight. So the dry tongue weight won't tell you a lot. To determine the... view full answer...
If you have access to a truck scale where you can see exactly how much of the weight is getting distributed across your tow vehicle when setting up a Weight Distribution Hitch # EQ37100ET that is great way to ensure you have everything set up correctly. Using a Measuring Tool # EQ37FR is typically the way it is done as not everyone has access to a scale which can measure weights across axles.
As the rear suspension will hold more weight you will want to see a larger portion of the weight... view full answer...
I don't think the etrailer Tongue Weight Scale # e99044 would work well for a gooseneck trailer. For one it only goes up to 2,000 pounds which isn't going to be enough for a lot of goosenecks. You would also have to find a way to get the trailer on the scale with it sitting level which doesn't seem very safe.
The best way to determine the pin weight of a gooseneck is to weigh your truck on a commercial scale once with the trailer connected and once without. Then subtract the difference... view full answer...
Yes, you can use the Fastway Flash 2-Ball Mount with Built-In Scale # FA54FR!
Fastway has rated this for towing up to a 10K trailer with 1K tongue weight so as long as you aren't exceeding those capacities this is more than just a fancy tongue weight scale.
I also recommend securing your investment with the Lock Kit # FA86-00-3660. This locks the shank to your trailer hitch and then the ball platform to the shank so everything is secured!
Attached are some review videos for you to check out. view full answer...
The Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System part # C17501 is a great option for a 1,200 lb tongue weight and what I recommended. The system will force the tongue weight of the trailer towards the front of the vehicle this is true. I wouldn't be able to speculate on the amount as there are too many factors. However, this can be done though the use of scales. The scales semi use will allow you to determine how much weight is added to the front axle of the tow vehicle with the weight distribution... view full answer...
A weight distribution, like the Curt TruTrack Weight Distribution System # C17499, for example, should be set up with the trailer and vehicle loaded. This will allow you to make the proper adjustments to the system during the installation.
To get this far, you are going to need to first get the right system, and to determine that you will first need to know your total tongue weight (TTW), which is the tongue weight of your fully loaded and ready to go trailer plus the weight of any cargo... view full answer...
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