What causes a trailer to bounce when pulling an empty load?
What causes a trailer to bounce when pulling an empty load?
Basically utility trailer bounce happens when there is not enough compliance in the system for the current load. If your trailer is rated at 3500#, and you’re pulling it empty (maybe 500# trailer weight), then the suspension is not going to compress much over a bump.
What should the pressure be on an empty utility trailer?
In general, for an empty utility trailer, you can run half the normal pressure. For one trailer I had with 225-70 R15 automotive tires, normal pressure was 35psi. Trailer capacity is 3500#, but empty weight is 600 lbs. When empty I ran 12-15 psi which smoothed things out superbly.
What happens if a vehicle exceeds the plated weight limit?
A vehicle is overloaded if it exceeds the plated weight limits. A vehicle could be overloaded on all its axles, on its gross weight and on its train weight.
When did GMC Duramax lose power under load?
In 2012 there was a P1093 code and the dealer invoice states “…low rail pressure during enrichment. Command high fuel rail pressure, pressure drops. Follow diagnostic chart, test system pressure, relief valve failed” so they replaced the FPRV.
Are there any problems with the Duramax engine?
The failure is most common in higher horsepower engines, but can still occur in moderately modified and even stock power plants. Not specific to one version of Duramax in particular (ex: LB7, LLY, LBZ, LMM or LML), the problem exists across all generations.
How much power does a Duramax Diesel have?
Power was at an all-time high coming in at 397hp and 765 pounds of torque, and in order to provide this much power while still keeping pollutants low, GM needed to be able to increase the pressure in the fuel system to levels above what the tried-and-true CP3 could safely deliver.
How can I Keep my Duramax Diesel pump healthy?
However, there are measures you can take to keep the pump happy and healthy, the first being to always buy your diesel from a high-traffic, reputable filling station that’s known to dispense good, clean fuel. Second, always change the fuel filter at or before the recommended service interval.
