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    Posted: 10 Jan 2021 at 2:33pm
I've used the Sherline to weight the whole trailer, first tongue, then at each wheel.  It was pretty close to what I got at the CAT scale.  I wouldn't trust it if you're right at the limit of the trailer's gross weight capacity, but if you are under, it's plenty accurate.
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Posts: 337 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 10 Jan 2021 at 9:07pm
Interesting....how did you do each wheel?  Hydraulic jack?
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Yes, I jacked up each side with a floor jack, then slowly lowered it down onto the Sherline.  The bad thing is that it's a little hard to see under there.  
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I went with this one:  http://www.etrailer.com/Tools/etrailer/e99044.html

Thanks all for the discussion.
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I apologize if I’m posting this inquiry incorrectly... I’m still a fledgling in trying to negotiate questions in this forum with an iPhone.
My inquiry is that I have a 195... the weight of our tote tank is about 40lbs... it’s designed for transport on the rear ladder... has anyone had any weight difficulties in securing it the back ladder while bouncing down the road?... Thanks
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Originally posted by geewizard

I went with this one:  http://www.etrailer.com/Tools/etrailer/e99044.html

Thanks all for the discussion.

I just got mine delivered on thursday the 14th. It's a very nice unit. Can't wait till spring to start using it. 
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