Curt Better Weigh

[MichaelD86]

Sounds like me should get the Sailun all steel ply S637 LRG tires. https://simpletire.com/paid?brand=s...tm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_term=&v=1

I second these tires. Have them on my toy hauler. Going from 10ply to 14ply made a huge difference in sway. They run very cool. My camper fully loaded is about 12k and I pull around 70 no issues. Sometimes faster to pass.

 

[BigPapa]

We ran Bridgestone Duravis R238’s. Steel case, 3K pound load rating, 100mph speed rating. Never had a blowout.

 

[SnoKing]

We ran Bridgestone Duravis R238’s. Steel case, 3K pound load rating, 100mph speed rating. Never had a blowout.

I ran the Bridgestone R250s and Michelin XPS Ribs on my 12.5K fifth wheel for 11 years and never had a issue. Those two and the Sailun's on the 16K 5th maintained air pressure very well.

 

[slowmover]

I ran the Bridgestone R250s and Michelin XPS Ribs on my 12.5K fifth wheel for 11 years and never had an issue. Those two and the Sailun's on the 16K 5th maintained air pressure very well.

Commercial service. Best choice.

https://www.sherline.com/product-category/scales/

Between this and use of big truck scales one should be able to narrow down the range of things.

“Time” and going out-of-route to get scaled readings isn’t considered adequate imposition against safe operation.

In a big truck a standard load for a particular company and job description usually falls within range of trailer tandem adjustments. Familiarity after a number of loads makes “adjustments” easier in the future.

Guesstimates don’t get it done.

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[Tunnel Vision]

Good morning all!, some how my question went from the Better Weigh to tires...Ok...
Still waiting for real world experience with it, instead I get some opinions.

I can't see where it won't work with the air ride, calibrate it with and w/o the trailer, no air in the bags, load it with no air in the bags, take a reading, reading and fill them up.

 

[SnoKing]

Good morning all!, some how my question went from the Better Weigh to tires...Ok...
Still waiting for real world experience with it, instead I get some opinions.

I can't see where it won't work with the air ride, calibrate it with and w/o the trailer, no air in the bags, load it with no air in the bags, take a reading, reading and fill them up.

So do you have the factory air ride system or after market bags?

 

[Cummins12V98]

The Endurance 255/85 R16 have 4,080# capacity at 80psi or 4 tires at 16,320# that is WAYYYYY more capacity than needed for a 14k trailer. Also US Made with a STELLAR record and a 87mph speed rating.

 

[Tunnel Vision]

So do you have the factory air ride system or after market bags?

I have the factory air ride.

 

[kthaxton]

Good morning all!, some how my question went from the Better Weigh to tires...Ok...
Still waiting for real world experience with it, instead I get some opinions.

I don't know anything about this setup, but based on what AH64ID has stated, likely the reason nobody has responded with real world experience is because they haven't purchased it based on what the manufacturer says about limited functionality. Just a guess.

 

[seafish]

People are talking about better tires instead of Better Weigh because better tires will be a better way to ensure the safety of your towing, while Better Weigh will only give you an algorithmic sense of what IT thinks might be an overload based on squat.

That said, you are talking with a group of VERY experienced drivers and tow vehicle haulers and even if you are not hearing what you'd like to hear, you MIGHT want to listen to them instead of of relying on "tunnel vision" of a product that you hope might work better then as advertised.

My money will be spent on LT tires to upgrade form the GY endurance tires that are on my 15k flat bed now.
And if I happen have an extra $200 I will spend it on the hydraulic scale that slowmover referenced in his post above, which will give you a repeatable and ACCURATE assessment of tongue weight for safer towing.

Of course its your truck and your money and you should get what you think is best for your set up.

 

[AH64ID]

Good morning all!, some how my question went from the Better Weigh to tires...Ok...
Still waiting for real world experience with it, instead I get some opinions.

I can't see where it won't work with the air ride, calibrate it with and w/o the trailer, no air in the bags, load it with no air in the bags, take a reading, reading and fill them up.

I’m guessing you not have read the manual on it.

You have to drive at speeds up to 15 mph to get a weight reading, this is impossible with the “method” you described because your truck won’t stay in the deflated/disabled mode at that speed.

 

[SnoKing]

The Endurance 255/85 R16 have 4,080# capacity at 80psi or 4 tires at 16,320# that is WAYYYYY more capacity than needed for a 14k trailer. Also US Made with a STELLAR record and a 87mph speed rating.

View attachment 136516

Might need new wheels for that tire:

Approved Rim Width (in.)6.5-8.0
Measured Rim Width (in.)7.0

 

[SnoKing]

I’m guessing you not have read the manual on it.

You have to drive at speeds up to 15 mph to get a weight reading, this is impossible with the “method” you described because your truck won’t stay in the deflated/disabled mode at that speed.

And how does one get no air in the bags on the close system of the factory air suspension?

 

[Tunnel Vision]

I’m guessing you not have read the manual on it.

You have to drive at speeds up to 15 mph to get a weight reading, this is impossible with the “method” you described because your truck won’t stay in the deflated/disabled mode at that speed.

15 mph to Calibrate it, after that its in real time...

 

[AH64ID]

15 mph to Calibrate it, after that its in real time...

Re-read it, it's 15 mph anytime you want to get the full weight... which is what you said you were after.

You also won't be able to calibrate it at 15 mph with empty bags.

 

[NIsaacs]

Load range E GY ENDURANCE will do the job with a 75mph speed rating and a stellar record.

The 8/32's new tread depth don't light my fire.

 

[Topzide]

Has anyone noticed on the Curt MFG website that it says this product has been discontinued?
https://www.curtmfg.com/part/51701#
I wouldn't be looking to purchase this if it's been discontinued. Other thing is that it says that you need 500 lbs to calibrate it! Scales are your best bet! Weigh truck with empty trailer to know where you are, then knowing basic weight for material going into trailer, stop at a safe point then return across scales. That way you know where you should be! After having a safe load on trailer, measure the rear height on truck, that way you'll have a good basis to go by. If scales are not convenient to your location, contact local police to see if they have a DOT officer that might be able help you to stay safe with your rig. Knowledge is power and safety! JM2C.

 

[Cummins12V98]

The 8/32's new tread depth don't light my fire.

THAT is the only possible negative. I can tell you I have owned a set for 5 years and at least 25k or more and lots of tread left.

 

[NIsaacs]

THAT is the only possible negative. I can tell you I have owned a set for 5 years and at least 25k or more and lots of tread left.

Not doubting you but for the price, they should make tread

Just to be clear so we can compare. I assume your use is light weight, single axle trailer?

 

[SnoKing]

THAT is the only possible negative. I can tell you I have owned a set for 5 years and at least 25k or more and lots of tread left.

ST tires do not need a lot of tread. They have enough tread to last 5 years, and at that point they should be replaced anyway.