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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 07-16-2017, 10:55 PM
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Posted By CaptnJohn
X 2. Trucks are easy to find. A trailer with the...

X 2. Trucks are easy to find. A trailer with the perfect floor plan that has been upgraded/personalized is harder to replace.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 05-02-2017, 02:43 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
If the 2400 is the published weight you are...

If the 2400 is the published weight you are probably a couple hundred beyond that. The rest depends on how you load how much and the configuration of the 5er. Few women insist on cast iron cookware...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 03-21-2017, 12:00 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
Both RV salespeople AND TV salespeople. Most just...

Both RV salespeople AND TV salespeople. Most just have no clue as most do not tow and never will.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-09-2016, 04:43 PM
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Posted By CaptnJohn
The battery, like a 2nd AC or other dealer...

The battery, like a 2nd AC or other dealer installed item, is not included in dry weight. When propane is considered at 4.2# per X 40 or 60 it adds up quickly.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-09-2016, 03:19 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
On your numbers ~~ since 2007 new RVs weights...

On your numbers ~~ since 2007 new RVs weights include full propane tanks....
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 12-09-2016, 11:09 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
The 'Bur should handle the trailer. Most of the...

The 'Bur should handle the trailer. Most of the time the Anderson will work. If you know someone with an Equalizer 4 point ask to borrow it for a couple days. I have never seen one properly set up...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-13-2016, 09:36 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
Just 2 of us and we pack light so not the floor...

Just 2 of us and we pack light so not the floor plan for us
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-12-2016, 09:34 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
The length of my 5er is only 35'. With full water...

The length of my 5er is only 35'. With full water at the rear pin is just over 18%. Cross winds on western interstates have not been noticed. Front and bedroom storage is light. Wife liked that front...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-11-2016, 04:11 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
X 200

X 200
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-05-2016, 07:26 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
Most are aware payload is 1st to go. I always...

Most are aware payload is 1st to go. I always suggest starting from there. If one subtracts realistic truck cargo and 12% of the remainder for safety margin I have yet to find 1 that the rest of the...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-02-2016, 08:23 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
Most with a size problem is because whatever the...

Most with a size problem is because whatever the subject theirs is small. I have pulled with a Ford Ranger and several 1/2 ton trucks. Only 1 was at max for a couple pulls until TV was upgraded. A...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 11-02-2016, 06:37 PM
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Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
Watched a guy with a brand new TV and TT arrive...

Watched a guy with a brand new TV and TT arrive at Mercer PA from near Pittsburgh. TV at near max nice trans cooler and the trans still fried fluid. That was a few years ago and have not seen him...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 09-12-2016, 06:50 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
1st is to check the number most likely to go over...

1st is to check the number most likely to go over ~~ payload. Check the yellow sticker on the TV driver door pillar. A 9000# TT will have over 1000# on the hitch and a 5er 1650 or more.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-09-2016, 04:43 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
NO!!! Airbags will NOT increase the payload! You...

NO!!! Airbags will NOT increase the payload! You MAY get by with a single rear wheel (SRW) 1 ton but will be on the upper end of or over the limits with the load you spoke of. Additionally, the cost...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles, Hitches & Toads 08-09-2016, 12:22 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 509,346
Posted By CaptnJohn
You already know more than the truck salesman....

You already know more than the truck salesman. Loaded pin weight will be +/- 3000#. Add maybe 325 for you and hubby plus another 125 for 'stuff' in the cab and bed. Add the weight of the kiddos. You...
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