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Originally Posted by Bdc101
Is that true? Is there really a rear weight bias on the E53?
Also, I agree, there will be a big safety factor on the quickjack. I am sure the 5k load limit is just the ability of the lift to pick up that much weight.
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Those are all actual weights taken off my e53. And yes definitely rear weight bias. For me my usual weight distribution is 1200 front corner and 1600 rear corner.
I have run the tires 32/39 like the door plate suggests which gets me 1200/32=37.5 in.² and 1600/39=41 in.² contact patches. I just installed brand new tires and with the way I drive I tend to scrub the outer edge of front tires I think I'm going to add a smidge of air.
1200/36=33.333 psi
1600/40=40 psi
1600/32=50 in.² (nine more in.²). Prob would be good for acceleration but not great for tread wear.