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ScoobyDoo · 06-05-2018, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by tuffr2

Thinking about it, would the drive axles on a 4x4 and a 4x2 weigh the same with the same cab configuration. A 4x4 adds a differential in the front so the steer axles would be different but drive axles would be very very close.

What does the transfer case weigh, and how much of that is on rear? The old stuff I messed with, the front was changed from independent suspension to straight axle. The ride height of a 4X4 was higher. But now I think they make them all sit high...

45Auto · 06-08-2018, 11:47 AM

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Originally Posted by tuffr2

Here is my weight slip from yesterday.

Again 2017 6.2 2 wheel drive big cab big sunroof Larirat.

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Originally Posted by ScoobyDoo

No doubt about it. A friend bought 2 new Fords in '95. Both reg cab, same engines, transmissions, axles, even same color. The XLT weighed 1000 lbs more than the XL...

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Originally Posted by Mich F

Too many unknown variables (for us) regarding truck weights . OP has 4WD, tuffr2 has RWD, as well as a sunroof, OP - who knows. What body styles etc,etc. ?

Yes, to many variable! I know a couple CHP, one works the Commercial division, even he says there is no rhyme or reason why, or what the manufactures rate these trucks. They seem to rate and change weights and rates whenever they want. This is why he says Commiefornia does not enforce weight laws, at least and until something happens!! Also he stated CA does not mandate enforcement of over weight trucks and trailers, that is, unless you just look stupid going down the road with a little Nissan tuck pulling a 30' 5th wheel!

jacknife · 06-26-2018, 10:45 PM

I don't know who told you they don't enforce wt laws but that is not correct. Having trucked in Cali for many years l personally know a few drivers that have been nailed for over weight trucks. You get fined and can't move your truck till the extra weight gets removed.