Wheelbase factors
So I’m probably posting on something that’s been beat to death, but wanted to ask a basic question as we begin our search to upgrade our tow vehicle from our current Chevrolet Avalanche. What are ...
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There are many other factors at play than just wheelbase. It does help, wheelbase, but there is more to it than that.
My 2011 Tahoe, 6 speed Transmission, 10 Ply LT tires, large trans cooler, 3.08 gears, 31 ft Travel Trailer weighing 7,200 ish lbs.
Tows like it’s on rails behind my Tahoe, the same vehicle that many people discourage others from towing with. Trans temp stays about 180 degrees while towing.
And, my previous TT was pulled with The Godfather of TV, a CC, LB, Dually so this isn’t some newb trying things out. I love pulling trailers and this is my favorite TV I have ever owned.
Thousands of trouble free miles over several different vehicles, it’s all in the set up. All of it. Not just one piece of it.
Hitch Hints Article
Thanks and JMHO based on experience.
Jeremiah
My 2011 Tahoe, 6 speed Transmission, 10 Ply LT tires, large trans cooler, 3.08 gears, 31 ft Travel Trailer weighing 7,200 ish lbs.
Tows like it’s on rails behind my Tahoe, the same vehicle that many people discourage others from towing with. Trans temp stays about 180 degrees while towing.
And, my previous TT was pulled with The Godfather of TV, a CC, LB, Dually so this isn’t some newb trying things out. I love pulling trailers and this is my favorite TV I have ever owned.
Thousands of trouble free miles over several different vehicles, it’s all in the set up. All of it. Not just one piece of it.
Hitch Hints Article
Thanks and JMHO based on experience.
Jeremiah
