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Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-12-2021, 09:18 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
The tests are used to determine and validate the...

The tests are used to determine and validate the rating..... which was the context of the point that ratings are based on tests conducted on the flat at modest speed with no wind.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-11-2021, 06:26 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
The SAE handing test for sway is done on the flat...

The SAE handing test for sway is done on the flat at 62 mph no wind. The Oversteer test is done on a flat skidpad also no wind and at 35-55 mph. These are the relevant tests for stability.
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-10-2021, 07:02 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
It's not proof, but it is an illustration of a...

It's not proof, but it is an illustration of a valid point that vehicles close or over towing limits are more than twice as likely to have the kind of accident described. A Jeep Cherokee has a...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-10-2021, 05:09 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
It's cute but it is poorly stated and the...

It's cute but it is poorly stated and the conclusion is wrong. The Ultra Max Tow F-150 has a payload capacity north of 3000 lb. Payload is not the issue with that vehicle, the issue is tongue weight...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-09-2021, 11:29 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
Why would you advise someone to throw caution to...

Why would you advise someone to throw caution to the wind and just go with a combination that is obviously over Ford's guidance? Do you know something about the truck's capability that Ford does...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-08-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
It's funny but not even remotely accurate. Most...

It's funny but not even remotely accurate. Most overloaded combinations (those that exceed one or more of the OEM guidelines) tow just fine 99+ percent of the time so even overloaded, an accident is...
Forum: Full-Timing, Winter Living & Workamping 01-08-2021, 10:27 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 19,227
Posted By BayouBiker
Except for the snark, good advice so far. You...

Except for the snark, good advice so far. You may be tempted to shoehorn the "Ultra-Max" F-150 in just know you'll be accepting a bit more risk than Ford thinks is wise. A heavier vehicle will...
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