mmrocek
Observer
That's the thing, not sure if running enough weight. should probably hit us a measuring station. Does anyone have their weight when fully loaded? The tires are running at 20 psi offroad.
Smittybilt Scout Trailer Reviews?
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That's the thing, not sure if running enough weight. should probably hit us a measuring station. Does anyone have their weight when fully loaded? The tires are running at 20 psi offroad.
If you have a Vulcan or Martin Marietta rock quarry close by, you can probably roll over their scales if you schmooze the lady in the scale house.
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thardin68
Active member
I'm pretty sure XJOverlander was simply indicating that the trailer should have the weight on the suspension (on the ground) before you tighten the hardware. Always a good practice on any suspension item. Pack it up as you would use it, loosen the hardware and jump on it to cycle a bit, then torque everything back to spec. Obviously if you have already done an alignment, you will need to repeat the process with the trailer loaded for best results.
Getting an actual weight on the scales is only good for piece of mind maybe to know your situation. Not necessary to properly adjust suspension.
Getting an actual weight on the scales is only good for piece of mind maybe to know your situation. Not necessary to properly adjust suspension.
mep1811
Gentleman Adventurer
What air pressure are you running ? With the load rating of the tires and the light weight of the trailer I would venture the tires are over-inflated.
mmrocek
Observer
Ah, yes. When assembling it I did have it on the ground before torquing the bolts. I'll do the loosen, pack, jump, tighten. Maybe add more grease. Thanks!
mmrocek
Observer
I run 20 PSI when off-road and 35-40 on road. What PSI do you guys run?
mep1811
Gentleman Adventurer
Try running 25-30 on the road and you should see an improvement . I'm assuming you are not running LT tires.
Kraxler
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How are you mounting the solar panels? Also, the risers for the self for your water tank, plywood? Thanks.
Just dropped my order with 4wp 5399$ to San Jose. I ordered without wheels or tires. Need to adapt to Nissan Xterra hub pattern. A while back somebody was talking about making an adaptor did that ever come to life? I’d be interested in a set 
Can’t wait can’t wait can’t wait!!
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mep1811
Gentleman Adventurer
What boxes did you use on the D/S of the trailer? Are the lids flat on the inside so they can be used as a table? Thanks
thardin68
Active member
Good luck with the build. These things are a great baseline to modify any way you like. Or for a simple trip, ready right out of the box. Have fun if you do mod it and don't let your wife see the bills....Just dropped my order with 4wp 5399$ to San Jose. I ordered without wheels or tires. Need to adapt to Nissan Xterra hub pattern. A while back somebody was talking about making an adaptor did that ever come to life? I’d be interested in a set
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mep1811
Gentleman Adventurer
Did they give you a delivery ETA ?Just dropped my order with 4wp 5399$ to San Jose. I ordered without wheels or tires. Need to adapt to Nissan Xterra hub pattern. A while back somebody was talking about making an adaptor did that ever come to life? I’d be interested in a set
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thardin68
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Mine arrived in 6 weeks from China. Once the order was made, 4wp was pretty much out of the picture until it showed up and I got notification from the local receiver. Not a dig on 4wp, they have been great.
I ordered 28 Feb from Northridge and still waiting.