Move the Axil - Revisited

[greenchicken]

Hi,

I already started on thread on this.... but I forgot and started a new one... sorry.

Anyway... here are some updated details. Opinions welcomed.


My 5x8 trailer is assembled and this weekend I will build the deck.

The axil is located at 43 inches, about 4 inches back from center.

If I need to move it I would have to 8 inches to clear the middle bolts.

This would make it 35 inches.

Not sure how to calcite the ratio. But as a percentage
I am currently at: 44% of center.
I can move it to 36% of center.

So the question is, can I leave it as is or do I need to move it.

My preference is NOT to move it.

[John61CT]

The relevant factor is the tow ball weight after the buildout, should be 8-12% of the total.

This is important to safety, although good brakes on the trailer and just driving slower goes a long way to mitigate suboptimal weight distribution.

Where you place your propane, batteries, water/waste tanks will have a great impact.

[greenchicken]

My Galley will be extremely minimal. It will be more for storing misc stuff. I have no interest in cooking in the galley.

I plan to have a trunk in the front with two batteries.

I am considering putting the water tank there too, Have an electric pump the pushes the water through a pvc 3/4 pipe to the back for a a little sink for washing up...

..although I am not sure I want that either. I camp a mammoth lake and you need to keep all food locked up and away from your tent. So washing my dirty pots and pan at the trailer could be an issue.

[DWT77]

Take a look here and then there is a spreadsheet that is super helpful at the bottom of the page

http://tnttt.com/Design_Library/Trailer ... %20101.htm