Tuesday, February 5, 2013

How to Weigh At CAT Scale



No more than 3 minutes viewing necessary.
Inform the Weigh Master that you are a private RV owner.

The CAT Scale Company is devoted to serving the trucking industry. That’s why they make customer satisfaction their #1 priority and guarantee that their weights are accurate. If you get an overweight fine from the state after their scale showed you legal, they will immediately check their scale. If their scale is wrong, they will reimburse you for the fine. If their scale is correct, a representative of CAT Scale Company will appear in court with you as a witness.

Truck & Trailer

When weighing your truck and trailer it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2.  The trailer will normally show up on platform 3.

Motorhome
When weighing your motorhome, it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the motorhome on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the motorhome on platform 2.  Platform 3 will likely be empty

Motorhome with Tow Car
When weighing your motorhome and tow car, the motorhome must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the motorhome on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the motorhome on platform 2.  The tow car will normally show up on platform 3.

Truck & Fifth Wheel/Gooseneck
When weighing your truck and fifth wheel or gooseneck trailer it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2.  The trailer will normally show up on platform 3.

Straight Truck With Tow Car
When weighing your straight truck and tow car, the straight truck must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the straight truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or ear axle of the straight truck on platform 2.  The tow car will normally show up on platform 3.

Truck & Boat
When weighing your truck and boat it must be completely on the scale and it is best if you position the steer axle (front wheels) of the truck on platform 1, and the drive axle or rear axle of the truck on platform 2.  The boat trailer will normally show up on platform 3.

What are the Benefits of Weighing Your RV?

To ensure the following vehicles’ ratings are not exceeded:
  • Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR)
  • Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)
  • Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR)
  • Gross Trailer Weight Rating (GTWR)
  • Vertical Load (Kingpin)
Overloading and underinflation can cause: 
  • Tire Failures
  • Reduced Handling Capability
  • On-Road Breakdowns
  • Increased Stopping Distance
  • More Rapid Tire Wear
  • Rapid Suspension Component Wear
  • Higher Fuel Consumption
  • Unsafe Swaying in Crosswinds
  • Increased Driver Fatigue
Is weighing the RV cost saving?
Yes! Tire blowouts result in costly repairs.
The folks at the Good Sam Vehicle Insurance Program state that tire failure is the cause of 60% to 70% of all Good Sam VIP comprehensive claims. Tires usually blow out as a result of an overloaded RV, improper inflation or excessively worn tread. Good Sam VIP
Also there is the potential to...
  • Improve Vehicle Performance
  • Reduce Fuel Consumption
  • Reduce Vehicle Stopping Distance
  • Reduce Mechanical Breakdowns
  • Extend the Tire Replacement Intervals
And the most important potential is to...
  • Reduce Accidents That May Result in Bodily Injury or Death