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That depends on the axle configuration. If it a closed tandem typically 17,000. If it is a spread axle 20,000. If it is a single axle (Front of a Semi) typically 12,000. Those would be the "legal weights", but states allow different amounts of weights with a permit for over weight. That all depends on the state. Wisconsin will allow 23,000 per axle.
You will have to remove the front axle assembly to have enough clearance to remove the oil pan in vehicle.You will have to remove the front axle assembly to have enough clearance to remove the oil pan in vehicle.
The highway department does it by using scales which are just large enough to accommodate one set of wheels.
There are three weights used: GVWR and FRONT AXLE and REAR AXLE. For each vehicle this information is located by opening the driver's door and looking on the door jam (near latch) for the empty weight. My GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) for my '87 Prelude is 3340 lbs. Front axle weight is higher than the rear axle due to the engine up front.
Thunderbirds never had a front axle
A 1994 Ram 1500 has a Dana44 front axle. A 2500/3500 has a Dana60 front axle.
The maximum weight the front axle is designed to carry.
My Chilton's manual says to drop the front crossmember holding the front drive axle ! You will also need to remove the front driveline from the front drive axle ! Chilton's book #68602 !
A front axle holds the front wheels on and on front-wheel drive vehicles transmits engine torque to the wheels. --Ken
Yes, if you remove the front axle first.Yes, if you remove the front axle first.
Double Axle happened in 1991.
The maximum weight the front axle is designed to carry.