coachmen starflyte
Anyone have one or know much about these? I've seen one a year ago shortly after I bought my van (coachmen ) I love the van but wonder if one of these starflyte rv's would be even better for what I d...
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cbigham wrote:Chuck,
Gene,
thanks for the tip. I've hitch carried bikes for many years. If it's a long trip, they go in the funmover. I have a physics degree,and am aware of the effects of leverage. This topic does come up from time to time and people should be aware, especially in lighter vehicles. People do also need understand a 300 lbs cargo off the receiver is nowhere near as stressful to the vehicle as a 8000 lbs cargo, with 800lbs tongue weight surging up, down, left, right, in, out.
These class b vehicles are very handy for a couple days ride.
I kinda suspected you knew about the possible handling problems with 300 lbs on the hitch since you were doing it on the Class B. I have offered this advice several times as many readers of these postings do not know or consider the issue. Some of the Ford units have a problem getting enough weight on the front axle. Then the front likes to wonder all over the road. You are correct that the 8,000 trailer also stresses the chassis.
I believe you would like the slightly larger unit. :)
