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coolmom42
Explorer II
Jan 26, 2017

Towing with a 4Runner or Explorer---experiences, please!

Those 2 vehicles are on my short list of desired tow vehicles for a small travel trailer. I'm aware of the tow ratings, limitations, etc. No need to belabor those points. Just wanting someone's per...
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bgum
Explorer
Jan 26, 2017
We towed a 19 ft Airstream with a 4Runner. Pulled just fine. We didn't try to take the world with us. Traveled mostly in the southern US. Also made two trips per year to Gatlinburg. Decent gas mileage. Used friction sway bar. No weight distribution due to factory hitch. Pulled at 60MPH. 4Runner is 2012 model.

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