Up plating

[Lenny HB]

Did the same as you through SV Tech.
Looked into Van weight Eng but would have had to take a day off work, 50 mile round trip, cost of Weigh-bridge so easier through SV Tech who’s office is 15mins from me.

Why didn't you do it by post like everyone else?

 

[WESTY66]

Why didn't you do it by post like everyone else?

I’m in the process of uplating to 5 tons, all done by email

 

[Fdhadi]

Why didn't you do it by post like everyone else?

Did it by post with SV Tech, was just saying they are only 15 mins away and no weigh Bridge needed.

 

[Lenny HB]

Did it by post with SV Tech, was just saying they are only 15 mins away and no weigh Bridge needed.

Only need a weighbridge for down plating.

 

[sonar]

Only need a weighbridge for down plating.

Nope some ask for it. Sv upplated mine and said it was not
required but would help.

it’s also on the form for Van Weight Engineering,.

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[OldCodger]

Nope some ask for it. Sv upplated mine and said it was not
required but would help.

it’s also on the form for Van Weight Engineering,.

In my case I discovered I needed to replate after the weigh bridge visit! It turned out that with me and the missus in the front the axle was overloaded. Mrs Codger said if I sat in the garage it would move weight to the back AND lift weight off the front. Cheek

 

[Jamesh]

In my case I discovered I needed to replate after the weigh bridge visit! It turned out that with me and the missus in the front the axle was overloaded. Mrs Codger said if I sat in the garage it would move weight to the back AND lift weight off the front. Cheek

She has a point!!

 

[Fontie]

Nope some ask for it. Sv upplated mine and said it was not
required but would help.

it’s also on the form for Van Weight Engineering,.

SvTech didnt ask for my van to be weighed, all they wanted was a picture of the air suspension. Mine was done on president, maybe because its a PVC

 

[Minxy]

Did the same as you through SV Tech.
Looked into Van weight Eng but would have had to take a day off work, 50 mile round trip, cost of Weigh-bridge so easier through SV Tech who’s office is 15mins from me.

You don't need to visit either of them in person.

 

[Fdhadi]

You don't need to visit either of them in person.

I didn’t say I needed to visit them, I just stated they were only 15mins away from me.
SV Tech didn’t ask for a weighbridge ticket where as Vanweight did, even though I was uprating.

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[WESTY66]

I didn’t say I needed to visit them, I just stated they were only 15mins away from me.
SV Tech didn’t ask for a weighbridge ticket where as Vanweight did, even though I was uprating.

I’m going from 4.5t to 5.0t with VWE and they’ve not asked me to go to a weighbridge. I’ve never heard of a weighbridge ticket to UP plate, only one for DOWN plating. Then again I’m a novice

 

[Fdhadi]

Nope some ask for it. Sv upplated mine and said it was not
required but would help.

it’s also on the form for Van Weight Engineering,.

I can only tell you what’s on the form for Van Weight Engineering.
Please tick the box to say you have supplied a Weighbridge ticket or photo of.

 

[Minxy]

I didn’t say I needed to visit them, I just stated they were only 15mins away from me.
SV Tech didn’t ask for a weighbridge ticket where as Vanweight did, even though I was uprating.

I was just making it clear for others who may want to use VWE.

 

[Fdhadi]

Van Weight Enquiry form.
Please read the bottom part of the form.

 

[Lenny HB]

Van Weight Enquiry form.
Please read the bottom part of the form.

Gives you the option to select "No".

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[Minxy]

Van Weight Enquiry form.
Please read the bottom part of the form.

Gives you the option to select "No".

Regardless of what the form says and whether you answer Yes or No a simple call or email would have clarified. I doubt if one would have been needed for down plating IF it had been at the lower weight previously however it may also be that they are wanting to ensure you have sufficient payload for your needs which is important when either up plating or down plating:

Section H​

This is the most valuable section in our opinion, this is your space to tell us all about your vehicle, your conversion, what modifications you’ve already done, or are wanting to do with it, etc; the more information you can give the better.​

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If you’ve already been to the weighbridge this space is ideal to outline what condition your vehicle was weighed in; for example:-​

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“We weighed the campervan, I was in the driving seat, no passengers (two empty seats), I had ¼ tank of diesel, the 90L water tank was full, but the 75L grey tank was empty. The camper conversion was all installed, but we haven’t loaded up with food and possessions yet.”​

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Using this information, in combination with the rest of the form, we can calculate the weight capacity you’re going to need before coming up with a strategy to get you the weight allowance you want.​

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Van Weight Engineering - Frequently Asked Questions

Need help completing our Enquiry Form?

www.vanweightengineering.com

 

[Fdhadi]

I suppose I could have just ticked no to all of it.

Went with SV Tech because it was easier for me.
Enough said, job done, sorted

 

[pelican]

Talk to Van Weight Engineering - they are good, offer excellent service and are cheaper and a lot more helpful than SVTech. Just my view

I recently used them excellent

 

[Wabs]

Or motorbikes
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Never in my entire life am so glad not to be a saddle

 

[sonar]

Never in my entire life am so glad not to be a saddle

1978: Heaviest Twins

Following a weigh-in in 1978, wrestlers Billy and Benny McCrary, aka the McGuire twins, are recognised as the world's heaviest twins.

www.guinnessworldrecords.com

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[Tigger-Tim]

I've just seen this photo from humberside police. I wonder what the axle loads would have been!

 

[BouncyBoatFolk]

I've just seen this photo from humberside police. I wonder what the axle loads would have been!View attachment 611566

Well, it's a tag axle, so not so bad!! Anyway, probably exempt from our laws

Mike.

 

[Tigger-Tim]

... and I see there was a hi-viz on the back!

 

[599]

i will get my popcorn

 

[Oldrat]

I uplated through SV tech.
Forms sent to DVLA on 26th March, new V5 received 26th April.
Also received a letter from the stating that a VEL refund would be sent to me in a few weeks.

I’m a very happy bunny

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[WESTY66]

I uplated 15th March, got V5 back yesterday with the new revenue weight minus the MAM despite a letter with the application

 

[dunnah01]

Well, it's a tag axle, so not so bad!! Anyway, probably exempt from our laws

Mike.

Pedant alert! - it's a twin wheel axle not a TAG axle - unless the Hilux wheels rock onto the road and then it would be a TAG axle

 

[Lenny HB]

DVLA true to form, bloody useless.

 

[Jamesh]

Totally agree here. He will tell you your options before you shell out any cash. Very efficient, quick ,helpful and cheap.

Van Weight Engineering

Need to change the weight of your vehicle? You're in the right place.

www.vanweightengineering.com

Sv tech were equally good in my experience.
Sorted it in a matter if weeks after a oversight in purchasing a 4.1t minibus on my part....

 

[Itsmcb]

I've just seen this photo from humberside police. I wonder what the axle loads would have been!View attachment 611566

The thing is, the driver really won't care.

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