How to Stabilize a Tall Trailer

1). Determine the trailer's gross trailer weight. This information is located on the data plate fastened to the frame of the trailer under GTW.
2). Divide the gross trailer weight by 0.12. The result is the correct amount of down-force, in pounds, the trailer should apply at the tongue.
3). Install the tongue scale on the vehicle's ball and place the trailer's coupler on top.
4). Load the heaviest cargo first placing it as close to the floor as possible and centering it over the trailer's axles. This will lower the trailer's center of gravity, making it more stable.
5). Load the rest of the cargo paying attention to the reading on the trailer's tongue scale. The scale should read correct weight calculated earlier, when the trailer is fully loaded. If the weight is to low, move some cargo forward. If the weight is to high, move some cargo behind the axles.
6). Drive slower than normal to compensate for the reduced handling and braking. If the weather conditions become windy, pull over at the next rest stop and wait for the wind to past.