Finding out how much we can tow
We have a Dutchman Kodiak bunkhouse travel trailer. It's poorly made and crumbling before our eyes, but that's another issue for another post. We are looking to get a different RV and my hubby woul...
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You might find info here:
http://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/
http://www.ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/
Many times it's not the towing that's the problem. It's the stopping that sometimes doesn't workout so well. Your TV needs to have the weight & power to safely STOP whatever you're towing.
You need to find the numbers on the trailer you're considering. They should be listed somewhere in the unit..maybe in a cabinet? This link will help you understand what all those weights mean:
http://changingears.com/rv-sec-tow-vehicles-understand.shtml
The truck should have a plate somewhere that tells you what it's limits are.
Don't forget that you have to factor in EVERYTHING in the trailer when considering weights...food, bedding, water, personal items and you need to consider the same for the truck.
http://www.trailerlife.com/trailer-towing-guides/
http://www.ramtrucks.com/en/towing_guide/
Many times it's not the towing that's the problem. It's the stopping that sometimes doesn't workout so well. Your TV needs to have the weight & power to safely STOP whatever you're towing.
You need to find the numbers on the trailer you're considering. They should be listed somewhere in the unit..maybe in a cabinet? This link will help you understand what all those weights mean:
http://changingears.com/rv-sec-tow-vehicles-understand.shtml
The truck should have a plate somewhere that tells you what it's limits are.
Don't forget that you have to factor in EVERYTHING in the trailer when considering weights...food, bedding, water, personal items and you need to consider the same for the truck.
