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Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-27-2023, 10:58 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Anyone towing over the manufacturer GVWR which is...

Anyone towing over the manufacturer GVWR which is set by Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS)/Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (CMVSS) 571 should sit down with an accident attorney and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-26-2023, 05:30 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
From the GMC Website link below for the full...

From the GMC Website link below for the full article.

Gross vehicle weight rating, or GVWR, might sound like a term only professional truck drivers are aware of. In reality, it’s an important...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-25-2023, 05:51 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Question: We’re a truck equipment distributor and...

Question: We’re a truck equipment distributor and have noticed that on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, the gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) is normally equal to the sum of the axle ratings. However,...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-21-2023, 12:18 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I remember punch cards and 8 inch floppy drives....

I remember punch cards and 8 inch floppy drives. This was my first removable hard drive platter and it held an amazing 1 Meg.
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-15-2023, 08:44 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I don't think you going to see Pepwave on the...

I don't think you going to see Pepwave on the cutting edge of chips since their core market is business and emergency services. I think that you won't see the X65 chip released from Pepwave till the...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-13-2023, 08:03 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
You have to jump into the market somewhere. I am...

You have to jump into the market somewhere. I am almost two years into the BR1 and it just works. The benefits of band lacking, fall over, being able to set priorities on connections from 1 to 3,...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-11-2023, 09:17 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
Called Corporate and ask for a supervisor in the...

Called Corporate and ask for a supervisor in the Home Internet Devision.

I ask her if you could use this in RV while traveling.

Her responds was “NO” the home internet device is NOT a hotspot...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-10-2023, 07:02 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
Here is the quote from the website. ...

Here is the quote from the website.

"Customers are required to call T-Mobile prior to moving to confirm that their new address is eligible for service. If T-Mobile Home Internet is available at...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-09-2023, 12:18 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I called the number above and they told me it was...

I called the number above and they told me it was a fixed location only and you must notify them of any address changes and sent me a link to the info I posted above. You were told and I was told...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-09-2023, 07:11 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I agree, just 12.5 miles south of Disney in...

I agree, just 12.5 miles south of Disney in Davenport Fla KOA, we could NOT get enough cellular service to stream and I have AT&T Phones and T-Mobile and Verizon hotspots. I put up my Starlink and...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-08-2023, 09:02 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
First of all, I linked to T-Mobile's Site, not to...

First of all, I linked to T-Mobile's Site, not to YouTube videos that is over a year old but to what is on T-Mobile's site today. If you go on the T-Mobile site today the requirement still remains...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-07-2023, 11:52 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I know of a lot of people that doing just what...

I know of a lot of people that doing just what you said using in their RV but that is not OK with T-Mobile unless you follow the rule below. I have never heard of anyone that has been terminated but...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 02:49 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
This is the way I set up my BR1 and it is not...

This is the way I set up my BR1 and it is not ideal but works fine for me.

I can connect into 3 priority levels for failover.

Priority 1
WAN Over WIFI 5 Ghz connected to my Caylx 5G N2000....
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 11:51 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
My Airstream is being used by my kids/grandkids...

My Airstream is being used by my kids/grandkids so I don't have the BR1 in the airstream. My Classic 33 had a Pepwave installed in the bedroom with an external antenna so I don't have any experience...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 11:16 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
Forgot to put the link in here is the Balance20X...

Forgot to put the link in here is the Balance20X on Amazon. Now, people are going to say where do you get support if purchased from Amazon? Your support on Amazon purchases does not come from a...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 11:05 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
OK, I will give you that but the antennas come in...

OK, I will give you that but the antennas come in the box. If you want to carry it in your pocket BR1 is not the right one but if you use it in your RV then works perfectly and I carry my phone in...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 10:15 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
As I have said above I own a Pepwave Max BR1 Pro...

As I have said above I own a Pepwave Max BR1 Pro 5G and great device. Is built like a tank that can run on both 120 volts and 12 volts. Has two SiM slots but only one can be active at a time.
...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 09:51 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
You need to check the bands that the services you...

You need to check the bands that the services you trying to use support. Companies like Wifi Ranger have CAT 6 and CAT 12 modems in most of their products and they don't support T-Mobile long-range...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-06-2023, 09:43 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
That is incorrect. I have a BR1 Pro 5G and only...

That is incorrect. I have a BR1 Pro 5G and only use it on its own attachable antennas. The BR1 comes with 4 screw-on antennas for MIMO and two wifi antennas. It has worked extremely well with just...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 08-05-2023, 11:50 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
I didn't want to quote your entire post but great...

I didn't want to quote your entire post but great job and great post. I'm in the Midwest so this is what I'm seeing I have the Verizon grandfather unlimited plan I found it to be dead last with AT&T...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 06-26-2023, 07:12 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
The way I handle this is that I have a truly...

The way I handle this is that I have a truly unlimited T-Mobile 5G N2000 hotspot that I find I can use about 80 to 90 percent of the time and cost me 43.00 per month. I also use it at my sticks and...
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 05-18-2023, 08:27 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 20,768
Posted By CWSWine
Here is one-month usage on T-Mobile Hotspot with...

Here is one-month usage on T-Mobile Hotspot with 3 RVs using it to stream 4k and 1080P. I currently paying less than 43.00 per month and on my third year on the plan. Yep that is 1701.2 GB or 1.7 TB
Forum: Computers, Internet & Satellite 05-14-2023, 09:49 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,094
Posted By CWSWine
I also use the Balance 20X with Cat 7 Modem. The...

I also use the Balance 20X with Cat 7 Modem. The Balance 20X can support two modems internally using the optional Max Adapter and also has a serial port that you can tether a hotspot.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-21-2023, 07:27 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Sounds like you giving out legal advice. I sat...

Sounds like you giving out legal advice. I sat down with an attorney and had him explain to me the impact of 'Manufactures Warnings and Limits" and the difference between the words "Should" and...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-18-2023, 07:51 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
The owner manual states you MUST NOT EXCEED GVWR...

The owner manual states you MUST NOT EXCEED GVWR also the towing guides say that same thing in multiple locations. The GVWR is listed on a label on door jam and label is call the Federal " Safety...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-18-2023, 05:51 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Axles Ratings are one rating and GVWR is another...

Axles Ratings are one rating and GVWR is another rating. Axle rates will always be more than the GVWR by design. GVWR is based on everything but the axles. I quote....

There’s a common...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-16-2023, 07:14 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,831
Posted By CWSWine
My accountant just bought a Tesla and he said the...

My accountant just bought a Tesla and he said the date IRS uses is the date the dealer submits the required forms to the IRS that the sale has been completed and the customer took possession of the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-13-2023, 08:38 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,831
Posted By CWSWine
Hmmm, seems that some dealers are over looking a...

Hmmm, seems that some dealers are over looking a few facts. This is also interesting.


In addition, the vehicle's manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) can't exceed:

$80,000 for vans,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 04-13-2023, 07:05 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 10,831
Posted By CWSWine
I ask my accountant about this and he said that...

I ask my accountant about this and he said that if you don't owe taxes you get zero and only get the full 7500 rebate if you owe 7500 or more in federal income taxes. Is this what you found out...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2023, 10:18 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Here is what it says in the manual of 2022 GM...

Here is what it says in the manual of 2022 GM 1500.

Trailer Weight Ratings
When towing a trailer, the combined weight of the vehicle, vehicle contents, trailer, and trailer contents must be...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2023, 08:32 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Yes in 2015 It probably said that but now if you...

Yes in 2015 It probably said that but now if you buy a 2022 or newer it is going to have a door tag (not on the hitch) that states Max Tongue Weight and doesn't anywhere on the tag or in the manual...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2023, 08:24 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
That was true in 2016 but in 2022 they have a...

That was true in 2016 but in 2022 they have a rating called the Max tongue weight listed on the door jam that doesn't mention WD at all. In 2022 their ratings not only for Max Tongue Weight but Max...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2023, 07:38 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Most 1500 I looked at had a tongue max weight of...

Most 1500 I looked at had a tongue max weight of around 950 pounds and there was no mention of it with or without WD this sticker is on the door jam and not on the hitch. I downloaded the manual for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-27-2023, 04:55 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Here is the GM sticker on a 2500 and from what...

Here is the GM sticker on a 2500 and from what I've been told the information on the sticker below will be on all vehicles sold by 2026 and has been mandated by our Department of Transportation. ...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 08:13 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
I Checked out the 2022 1/2 GM Truck Manual and...

I Checked out the 2022 1/2 GM Truck Manual and this what says. Keeps referring from the user manual to the door sticker for ratings.

From the owners manual:

Trailer Towing
When towing a...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 05:35 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
I see 950 for Trailer and 1425 Gooseneck(5th...

I see 950 for Trailer and 1425 Gooseneck(5th wheel). Here is the sticker where are you seeing 1425 with WD.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 05:26 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
How many people on this forum if I stated that I...

How many people on this forum if I stated that I have had a GM with a 1911 pound payload could I tow a 30 foot AS with tongue weight of 1200 pounds would say you are good to go and well under you...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 04:47 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
What I'm saying is GM and others use th J2807 to...

What I'm saying is GM and others use th J2807 to set MAX Tongue weight and Max Trailer Weight that vehicle can safely tow and states that on the door sticker on some GMs trucks and all though the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 04:08 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
We agree and that one. An RV of any type can do...

We agree and that one. An RV of any type can do a lot damage in accident that could exceed the basic limits. What percentage of people do think carry just the basic/cheapest coverage and most them...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 03:35 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Ok, J2807 has nothing to do with safety but it...

Ok, J2807 has nothing to do with safety but it quoted on GM "Trailing Information" sticker on their door jam quoting max trailer/gooseneck and tongue/hitch weights for that vehicle trailer/goose...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 02:59 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
I sure hope you increased your coverage from the...

I sure hope you increased your coverage from the minimum required. Here is a list by state what basic coverage covers. Be sure to read Note 2 but just case here is what says.

"(2) The first...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 01:54 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
When I toured the Ford plant they weight each...

When I toured the Ford plant they weight each truck at the last station when the do finial computer diagnostic and they add in people and fuel to the curb weight number. So GVWR - Curb Weight =...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 12:47 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
I'm sure it has something to do with the money...

I'm sure it has something to do with the money but with the race between manufactures to have the best in class towing and the best in class payload I have hard time thinking they are leave capacity...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 11:25 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Here is what GM is putting on truck door jams...

Here is what GM is putting on truck door jams that includes towing limits. People read the first line and think they can tow 9500 pounds but you also need to stay under the 950 pound tongue weight...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 10:02 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
That is a great resource directly from FORD and...

That is a great resource directly from FORD and even how to determining loading and how to check your max loading of the truck

Here is what says about loading.....

LOADING INSTRUCTIONS
Secure...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 08:10 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
The payload sticker says "Should Not Exceed" and...

The payload sticker says "Should Not Exceed" and is only use to compare trucks during the buying process. In your vehicles manual it states "Must Not Exceed the GVWR" and that is found on the silver...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 07:38 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Here is a very good article on GVWR, GAWR and...

Here is a very good article on GVWR, GAWR and GCWR.

'Safety is the primary objective of the GVWR. In the past, some customers would guesstimate the GVWR based on adding up the Gross Axle Weight...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 06:59 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Here is more on GAWR are no longer used by DOT...

Here is more on GAWR are no longer used by DOT BUT GVW is used.
...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-20-2023, 06:34 AM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
At the scales they check for max road weight of...

At the scales they check for max road weight of the axles (IE 20,000pounds) and they check if you are over your GVW of the DOT 1-8 class of vehicle you are in. Most 2500 have a GVWR of 10,000 pounds...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 03-18-2023, 08:48 PM
Replies: 407
Views: 74,362
Posted By CWSWine
Do a quick search and you will see hundreds of...

Do a quick search and you will see hundreds of Attorneys advertising and many are quoting exceding manufactures specs of vehicles as a cause.

*********. Be sure to read the comments **************...
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