Full time with travel trailer
Hi! I am looking to go full time with a travel trailer. We are looking to get about 26 to 30 feet. Based on most of the posts here it seems likes used is the popular way to go. I am looking for any ad...
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Hoosier welcome Mrs_Funky.
I'd recommend you find the trailer you want and then find the tow vehicle. You will also find based on the size TT 26-30" that you will need move vehicle than you realize based on the V-6 or I-4.
A 30? TT can weigh 7-9,000# empty or dry. Add another 1,000# of stuff which can be more full timing and now you need to tow 8-11,000#.
The tongue weight is normally around 10-15% of the TT's loaded weight leaning toward the 15% side. 15% of 10,000# so your hanging 1,000# to 1,500# off your vehicle. Talking pick up or SUV/van area.
These are some rough numbers to get you thinking. Also If you buy a used truck remember that there was a "tow war" starting back around 2005 so a newer truck will haul much more than an older truck according to the manufactures.
Tow capacity changes based upon engine, transmission (auto's normally higher capacity), rear end gear ratios and if the vehicle came with a tow package (larger oil cooler, trans oil cooler, etc...) IE not all 1500/F150's created equal.
5th wheels are popular to full time due to their space and ease of towing but they run 20-25% hitch weights and need a larger truck to carry the extra hitch weight often 2,500-3,000#.
Don't know about your disability my partner has them and so we tailored the trailer to fit her needs. Some people find the Toy Hauler helps with scoter and other mobility issues.
I'd recommend you find the trailer you want and then find the tow vehicle. You will also find based on the size TT 26-30" that you will need move vehicle than you realize based on the V-6 or I-4.
A 30? TT can weigh 7-9,000# empty or dry. Add another 1,000# of stuff which can be more full timing and now you need to tow 8-11,000#.
The tongue weight is normally around 10-15% of the TT's loaded weight leaning toward the 15% side. 15% of 10,000# so your hanging 1,000# to 1,500# off your vehicle. Talking pick up or SUV/van area.
These are some rough numbers to get you thinking. Also If you buy a used truck remember that there was a "tow war" starting back around 2005 so a newer truck will haul much more than an older truck according to the manufactures.
Tow capacity changes based upon engine, transmission (auto's normally higher capacity), rear end gear ratios and if the vehicle came with a tow package (larger oil cooler, trans oil cooler, etc...) IE not all 1500/F150's created equal.
5th wheels are popular to full time due to their space and ease of towing but they run 20-25% hitch weights and need a larger truck to carry the extra hitch weight often 2,500-3,000#.
Don't know about your disability my partner has them and so we tailored the trailer to fit her needs. Some people find the Toy Hauler helps with scoter and other mobility issues.
