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Magnuman
08-15-2004, 08:10 AM
I am looking at a trailer that doesn't have a sticker on it with the GVWR.
Is there any other markings or way that I can tell what the GVWR is on it?
It's a single axle.
Does tire size affect GVWR?
Thanks.

gramps
08-15-2004, 08:13 AM
Does tire size affect GVWR? not so much as GVWR affects tire size.......check the load range on the tires, that should give you a starting point.

manuel
08-15-2004, 10:34 AM
A trailer/RV shop can look at the axle and springs and tell you what they are rated for, when I had to replace a spring they asked me if it was a 3500lbs. or a bunch of other numbers and I didn't have a clue, they looked at it and by the number of leafs and length of the spring told me all sorts of things, and if the frame is 4" C or box or 6" makes a difference too,

Mandelon
08-15-2004, 11:30 AM
Manuel has given you good advice. The suspension would be the most important part, number of leaves in the springs, axle rating etc. I had my utility trailer rebuilt (overbuilt) and they told me the suspension could now hold more than the framework.....
Take it to a trailer place and they will tell you.