Newbie-Camper - Can I tow this trailer?
Newbie camper here, can anyone let me know? Just inquiring on if I can tow this camping trailer with my vehicle. 2008 Starcraft Hi Wall Pop Up Camper Model 3608 Dry Weight (lbs/kg) 2865 Pay...
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You will need a hitch, wiring harness, and a brake controller. Most states require that trailers with a gross weight rating 3,000 to 3,500 lbs have brakes, but there are a few that specify 1,500 lbs.
Not sure what a Journey Crew is, nor where the 2500-3500 lbs rating comes from. I've not seen particular vehicles rated with a range, although some models are rated that way based upon which engine or other options you have. Either way, if your specific option package is rated at only 3500 lbs, you ought not attempt to tow that trailer. If it is only rated at 2500, that trailer is way over the limit.
See, here's the thing. While there is probably enough safety factor built in to a tow rating of 3,500 lbs, to be able to handle the extra 250 lbs, you will be out on a limb so to speak should there be an accident. And if there isn't an accident, you will likely wear out/use up the tow vehicle faster than you should. Not to mention that it might not be enjoyable towing that much weight.
I think I'd go for a slightly smaller rig. Or a new tow vehicle.
Not sure what a Journey Crew is, nor where the 2500-3500 lbs rating comes from. I've not seen particular vehicles rated with a range, although some models are rated that way based upon which engine or other options you have. Either way, if your specific option package is rated at only 3500 lbs, you ought not attempt to tow that trailer. If it is only rated at 2500, that trailer is way over the limit.
See, here's the thing. While there is probably enough safety factor built in to a tow rating of 3,500 lbs, to be able to handle the extra 250 lbs, you will be out on a limb so to speak should there be an accident. And if there isn't an accident, you will likely wear out/use up the tow vehicle faster than you should. Not to mention that it might not be enjoyable towing that much weight.
I think I'd go for a slightly smaller rig. Or a new tow vehicle.
