Towing with a Tundra

[checca]

We have a white tundra too ... here it is at AirVenture 2013. The bed was full, with two scooters, generator, and extra fuel.

[HONDAMAN174]

Nice!

[ParrishCamper]

Do you think the standard shank will be fine? See below:

Package includes built-in sway control, hitch head, standard shank (3" drop / 7" rise x 12"), spring arms, snap-up lever and installation hardware. Hitch ball is not included.

Also do I need any of these recommendations: (I have to see what my current hitch ball is rated)

1. Equal-i-zer Double Spare Pin Pack $26.81
2. Equal-i-zer 12,000lb 2-5/16" Hitch Ball $32.29
3. Equal-i-zer High Performance Lubricant (4oz.) $11.09

[checca]

Originally Posted by ParrishCamper

Do you think the standard shank will be fine? See below:

Package includes built-in sway control, hitch head, standard shank (3" drop / 7" rise x 12"), spring arms, snap-up lever and installation hardware. Hitch ball is not included.

Also do I need any of these recommendations: (I have to see what my current hitch ball is rated)

1. Equal-i-zer Double Spare Pin Pack $26.81
2. Equal-i-zer 12,000lb 2-5/16" Hitch Ball $32.29
3. Equal-i-zer High Performance Lubricant (4oz.) $11.09

standard was fine for me.

[ParrishCamper]

One more question.
The ball I currently own is for 6k which is not enough. So I was looking at the Equal-I-zer 12k ball but it's 2 5/16th inches. Will this fit the Roo 233S? There is nothing about the coupler size on the Roo specifications.
Thanks again everyone!!!! This has been a great help!!!

[HONDAMAN174]

I asked that question a few months ago about the 23ikss and was told it is 2 5/16".

Should be the same

[OldCoot]

Originally Posted by Talonman

Well that would just make it twice as bad.

Used 2 friction types from 1976 until we got the 5er last year and never had a problem. Used them on race car trailers and never had a problem with them in the rain or snow. Experience trumps speculation every time.

[Grizzlygibbs]

Originally Posted by ParrishCamper

Anyone tow 233S Roo w/ 2nd gen Toyota Tundra? Our TV is 2013 5.7L V8 with factory tow package (9900lb tow capacity). I'm just wondering how the Roo will handle behind TV. When pulling a large popup (empty 3055lb) you couldn't even tell it was back there. I know the wind resistance will make a huge difference but wondering if we will need the WDH & sway bar.
Tundra comes standard w/ TRAILER-SWAY CONTROL (TSC)
When a vehicle is towing a trailer, conditions such as
side winds, load undulation or the driver’s steering
input can result in dangerous trailer sway. Tundra’s
TSC is a system that detects trailer sway and applies
brake pressure at individual wheels and controls engine
torque to help stabilize the trailer.

I have a 2008 Toyota Tundra Crewmax 4x4. Towing Capacity is 10,100 on my particular truck and it came with factory tow package including tranny cooler, hitch, and tow button...GCWR is 16,000. My truck did not come standard with trailer sway control. We

We have a 2014 Roo 233s and the dealer replaced the the Equalizer 4 way sway 6,000 lb rated WDH for the 10,000 lb rated WDH. Even set up properly the 6,000 did not do the proper job of distributing weight. The 10,000 does great job distributing weight to the point that I know the trailer is there but I can have a comfortable ride without walking all over the place.

The Roo and the Tundra handle just fine. Just because I also got Firestone airbags for the rear axel as sometimes I haul a utility trailer for firewood. The combination of the Airbags, the WDH, and the truck and trailer loaded does just fine. Just bring your wallet for gas. I average about 8-10 MPG.

[Grizzlygibbs]

Also the Ball on my 233s is a 2 5/16" as well!

[Grey Wolf]

On my 03 Tundra I have a WDH I have a 2012 Cherokee it is slowing down
quite a bit going up hill I was thinking about a chip for more power. I
also have a friction sway control not installed yet. In the kit they give
you self tapping bolts to hold it to the frame I don't think they are going
to be strong enough. My mileage is about 10 when towing & 16 when
not towing.

[Talonman]

The bolts would need to shear to fail, if the bolts shear off due to load then you have bigger issues...

[Batts-toy]

Originally Posted by Grey Wolf

On my 03 Tundra I have a WDH I have a 2012 Cherokee it is slowing down
quite a bit going up hill I was thinking about a chip for more power. I
also have a friction sway control not installed yet. In the kit they give
you self tapping bolts to hold it to the frame I don't think they are going
to be strong enough. My mileage is about 10 when towing & 16 when
not towing.

I didn't care for the bolts either so I welded mine on (and I'll say it first, no I am not worried about the frame warranty).

[maverick_415]

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[maverick_415]

Originally Posted by HONDAMAN174

Yea...im getting 8 but what can you do. Everywhere I go is a hill climb out of our valley.

Speaking of pics, here's Clifford with Woodstock:
Attachment 46127

Nice truck! Is that a TRD Rock Crawler? I'm thinking about getting the 2015 TRD pro that comes out this fall.

[Camping Buddys]

Your Tundra will tow the camper easily!
Have fun!

[HONDAMAN174]

Originally Posted by maverick_415

Nice truck! Is that a TRD Rock Crawler? I'm thinking about getting the 2015 TRD pro that comes out this fall.

Yes. We had a beautiful 2006 crew cab tundra w/ 65k and this traded in the same day at my dealership. Told DW to come by and she saw Clifford and said "mommie likey"! And you all know why Clifford came home! 😋

[HONDAMAN174]

Originally Posted by Camping Buddys

Your Tundra will tow the camper easily!
Have fun!

I thought it was a pre requisit to get a new TV with each new trailer?!

Or at least that is what my wife thinks!😉

[JoeR]

Originally Posted by HONDAMAN174

I thought it was a pre requisit to get a new TV with each new trailer?!

Or at least that is what my wife thinks!😉

Or in our case, new truck to new camper, then to next new truck, then the next new camper. Seemed like every year we got one or the other. We've kept out current setup up for about three years now, but 've been looking around for the right low mileage 97 to 03ish F250 7.3 diesel, just to try out mind you, work on a bit, tow a bit, work on a bit, tow some more.

And I did go with the 1200/12K Equalizer first. It worked very well with both of the campers. I just found a great deal on craigslist for the Hensley, or I'd still be using the Equalizer. I also sold the old Drawtite that I bought off craigslist and never used.

Now for the Equalizer, you will need a special thin wall socket to install the ball. That is the only downside I ever saw with the hitch.

I also picked up a set of the bracket jackets to cut down on the noise. The noise they make has to be experienced to appreciate. I never minded the noise, kinda reminded me the hitch was doing what it was designed to do.

[ParrishCamper]

Camping_Buddys Our friend has a Surveyor and love it. Nice looking setup. I see you live in Orlando. What is your favorite campground? We camp a lot at Disney and Fort Desoto (St Pete).
All the pictures makes me wish we had our camper.

As far as the WDH I placed my order for 12k Equil-i-zer. Got a great price of $480 shipped. Also ordered the Equil-i-zer 12k ball 2 5/16.

Everyone has been great helping me w/ the decision to get the WDH. I'm thankful for the people on this forum.

[Camping Buddys]

Originally Posted by ParrishCamper

Camping_Buddys Our friend has a Surveyor and love it. Nice looking setup. I see you live in Orlando. What is your favorite campground?

We also love DW, Gamble Rogers SP, Anastasia SP, Jetty Park, Johnatan Dickinson, Myakka SP, and many more, lots of great places in Florida!