Pawpaw
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Again, the 9,200 pound is a theoretical maximum load when all the stars align. In practice, the maximn load is closet 7,500 lbs. If you watch the video I posted, it explains in great detail and in an easy to understand manner how to determine your maximum allowed load; you will find out is considerabl;y lower thna 9,200 pounds. I too have a Expy with the heavy dudty tow package so I am aware of its limitations.
I watched the video twice and its very well versed. Surprised when I looked at the payload of our Expy and it shows 1769 lb. Only the wife and I plus some luggage so no weight inside the cab. Food for 2 or 3 days in the fridge/freezer and any other items trying to keep them over the axles or the rear dinette area. Re-adjusted the Equalizer and aired up the truck tires to around the 65 psi cold setting. Made a big difference vs the ride back from the dealer. Plan on keeping it in the 60-62 mph range max and most towing will be short trips on flat highways. I live out in the country and have no idea of the closest scale. Maybe one of those Curt weigh safe scales will suffice. In the video it shows an extra gasoline and propane container not strapped down. Is this OK because some states its illegal. Once again great video and very well done. Still waiting on shipments of RV supplies coming in so we can take our first trip in this camper.
Looks level in this photo angle.