2 Q's: Turning Radius & Tongue Weight
First, can someone please explain in newbie language how to calculate turning radius and how to use that information when towing? Second, I understand that TW contributes to GVW of your TV, but I'v...
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Of course tongue weight is part of your GCW, it's ALL weight the TV must be capable of handling. It's kinda moot though as with most TVs your payload capacity will be exceeded long before GCW comes anywhere near the vehicle's GCWR.
As for turning radius generally speaking the shorter the wheelbase of the vehicle the tighter will be it's turning radius. As an example, I found it much easier backing my trailer into a campsite with my Avalanche that had a 130" wheelbase than my Silverado which is more than another foot longer. When the front bumper is clearing obstructions by a mere 1/2" the tighter the turning radius the better as far as I'm concerned.
As for turning radius generally speaking the shorter the wheelbase of the vehicle the tighter will be it's turning radius. As an example, I found it much easier backing my trailer into a campsite with my Avalanche that had a 130" wheelbase than my Silverado which is more than another foot longer. When the front bumper is clearing obstructions by a mere 1/2" the tighter the turning radius the better as far as I'm concerned.
