How is the Chevy Traverse towing 5000 lbs?
I've been researching RVs and TT's for over a year and have finally decided I'm happy in the Airstream 23 ft Serenity. Now I need a vehicle to tow it and came upon the Chevy Traverse which seems like ...
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For shorter trips to the campground I would say its ok provided you stay within reason with the weights.
If you plan on long road trips, IMO a unibody fwd "car" chassis is not the way to go. Harder to upgrade tire, suspension, trailer brakes etc. and then after you do that , it's still a unibody.
I think it will put undue wear and tear on the vehicle if used for long trips. Think trans cooling, light duty cv joint final drives etc.
IMO a body on frame construction that has the advantages of a truck design, like a Tahoe is a better choice. Will make the towing experience more pleasant too especially for a newb to towing.
If you plan on long road trips, IMO a unibody fwd "car" chassis is not the way to go. Harder to upgrade tire, suspension, trailer brakes etc. and then after you do that , it's still a unibody.
I think it will put undue wear and tear on the vehicle if used for long trips. Think trans cooling, light duty cv joint final drives etc.
IMO a body on frame construction that has the advantages of a truck design, like a Tahoe is a better choice. Will make the towing experience more pleasant too especially for a newb to towing.
