What is Trailer Tongue Weight?

Explaining trailer tongue weight, what is safe/unsafe, how to measure.
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[@benkenny3220]

It's sad how many contractor type trucks I see with 80% tongue weight and no hitch drop when they need a 6 inch drop. On a weekday basis.

[@FishFind3000]

Well they gotta maximize there potential.
I BOUGHT THE WHOLE TRAILER SO IM GONNA USE THE WHOLE TRAILER!!!
Plus drop hitches are expensive.

[@cup_and_cone]

Yup. Lifted trucks or trucks with oversized tires, and no drop hitch....back of the trailer damn near dragging on the ground.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

So true. I think even with the Colorado I had (which is the smallest truck Chevy makes) I needed to use the 4 inch drop model for some of my other trailers (to be clear I don't think I had to use the FULL 4 inch drop, but having it available was nice).

[@jeffcornelison888]

I have watched many videos on this subject. It in the short time that I watched yours it is by far the best out of anyone that I have seen. Very well explained!

[@sssaznboisss]

Finally someone who actually explains this to us stupid people in a very understandable way!!!

[@louroberts5567]

Brad, thanks so much for posting this video. LOTS of good info that most people don't know about or don't understand. Have a GREAT week, Brother!

[@CopperCreekCuts]

These videos are not ever popular, so I appreciate this feedback! :)

[@blautens]

That hitch looks like one powerful shin magnet.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

XD You aren't lying!

[@tjjones-xj7kq]

Was just looking to find out which hitch I need for my Rav4 since I just want to usually use a basket on the hitch. It can't tow much so I'm thinking just the 350# one. Probably won't have that much in the basket.
NEVER knew why that happened though with vehicles that's CRAZY! I wasn't looking for that info but glad I found it and won't soon forget it! My lil' Rav4 can't tow much of anything so I don't need to worry about that but for future use it's very good info. Thanks!

[@cposwn]

Thanks for posting Brad. Informative content.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Glad you enjoyed it!

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[@CopperCreekCuts]

Not sponsoring it, they hired me to make some commercials for them. That being said I did switch to them and they saved me $150 a year on the same level of coverage. I haven't filed a claim with them yet so not sure how they perform there, but getting the documents I need is easier and quicker with them than Hiscox (who I had before).

[@luish777]

Hell I forgot the weight distribution principles on a trailer especially to much weight towards the rear thanks.

[@myke_bota7590]

Great videos Brad. Do you know the deck height of this trailer ?

[@jonpogue427]

Great information that most people don't know! I wish I had a truck i would enter for drawing! My Honda Accord coupe would not pull a trailer! 2 door small car. Owners manual says no towing!!!

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Better play it safe on that one! :D

[@keenancastlewitz4132]

Thanks for the videos. Definitely one of my favorite people to watch on here

[@CopperCreekCuts]

I really appreciate that, thank you!

[@jermainewyatt1995]

Like that little trailer perfect size

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Agreed, just big enough for most things but not too big to be a pain to pull or store.

[@jermainewyatt1995]

@@CopperCreekCuts which floor do u prefer the wood or the mesh

[@davidcenturion5890]

Buenas noches lindo jardines saludos desde Paraguay siempre veo sus videos

[@CopperCreekCuts]

¡Gracias por las amables palabras!

[@jonpogue427]

Aka death wobble!

[@CopperCreekCuts]

I always thought that was different, but you may be right.

[@phelanowens]

Outstanding Tips Thx Man.

[@venkatgudipoovu3132]

Best Explanation 👏👏👏👏👏

[@tonymclemore385]

Thanks that helps

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Thank you for watching!

[@lukeherbert25]

Thanks for the video

[@CopperCreekCuts]

No problem!

[@remembergodisalwayswithyou6862]

Love from Morocco 💰❤

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Thank you so much!

[@EliteStricker]

Forgot to mention sit down mowers, the engines are in back.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Good point, thanks!

[@geraldblackburn4883]

Good Stuff

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Thank you!

[@marchodge7714]

1st

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Nice!

[@phelanowens]

Outstanding Tips Thx Man.

[@CopperCreekCuts]

Happy to help!