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mattdenryter
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Sep 29, 2013

towing with Class A

Hello All,
I am looking to tow my boat behind my MH. The current hitch is rated for 3500 lbs. My boat weighs 4700lbs. I know one of the problems with towing with MH is the long overhang over the rear axle. If I change out the hitch, and still stay under my GCVW would I be able to tow my boat. I have also been looking at and reading about the trailer toad http://www.trailertoad.com/id80.html to help take off the tongue weight on the motorhome.
Thanks in advance
Class A
  • DaveG39's avatar
    DaveG39
    Explorer
    Sep 29, 2013
    You should be all right provided the frame members where you will weld the new hitch can handle the weight. You do have electric brakes on the trailer, I presume. Make sure the electrical connections for the trailer connection on your motorhome accommodate the trailer braking system. I would go for at least a 7,000 pound hitch and preferably a 10,000 pound one to have margin for stresses.

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