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dmoney316
Explorer
Feb 28, 2017

Newb question regarding max towing, GCWR, and WDH

So, we're new to the game, but much like everything else i do, i go all out. We went from tents to a 2009 Trail Sport TSE191. I just got my 2017 Nissan Pathfinder SL with factory Class III Tow Package...
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donn0128
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Feb 28, 2017
Get the SUV weighed loaded ready to travel. That includes family, pets, and a full tank of fuel. Subtract that number from the MFGs GVWR number as found on the drivers door post. Now, take the trailers GVWR and using 12% of that number. Is this over or under your available payload number? My guess your going to be over.

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