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utahoutdoors
Explorer
May 06, 2014

2013 Jeep Wranger 3.6L V6 (trailer towing)

I bought a 2013 jeep wrangler with 3.6 L V6 and am trying to purchase a trailer that it can handle. I know the jeep can pull 3500 lbs but i do not want to over load the jeep. I am struggling to find the right trailer that is around 3500 lbs or lower possibly a hybrid since the living space can be larger when you get to your destination.

I would like to get a 15-18 foot trailer that is light enough that it wont put too much stress on the jeep. I have looked around some of them are extremely small and not a fan of the A frame type. I would love to find one that sleeps 4-6. I know the ultra light campers are out there i just dont know where to start. Can anyone recommend where to look? Can you help me to find a good brand that is durable...i know nothing about hybrid trailers other than a friend suggested it due to weight restrictions.

I will have to install air shocks in the jeep cause the springs in the rear of the jeep seem to be soft.
  • PAThwacker's avatar
    PAThwacker
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    ryanb-72 wrote:
    kvangil wrote:
    FWIW, if I was towing with a 3500-lb limit, I'd go with a pop-up with a slideout. It would give you more space than a 15' hybrid, which is likely as big as you can tow with the Jeep.


    X2

    The wind resistance from a hybrid travel trailer would put a huge strain on the jeep.

    Another alternative might be to look at a Trailmanor a hardside alternative to a pop-up but still keeps the wind resistance down. the downside is they are a bit pricey.


    X3

    ex 15 year jeep owner chiming in.
    The jeep only has a 350lb max tonque weight. That rules out a ton of options. sends you to pups, and then run into other challenges. some pups do not allow wdh hitches,others are too large for jeeps spec.
  • ChooChooMan74's avatar
    ChooChooMan74
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    Believe me, wind resistance is HUGE. When I have to stay in the throttle downhill, going by runaway truck ramps, you know that wind resistance is overcoming gravity.
  • ryanb-72's avatar
    ryanb-72
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    kvangil wrote:
    FWIW, if I was towing with a 3500-lb limit, I'd go with a pop-up with a slideout. It would give you more space than a 15' hybrid, which is likely as big as you can tow with the Jeep.


    X2

    The wind resistance from a hybrid travel trailer would put a huge strain on the jeep.

    Another alternative might be to look at a Trailmanor a hardside alternative to a pop-up but still keeps the wind resistance down. the downside is they are a bit pricey.
  • utahoutdoors's avatar
    utahoutdoors
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    I forgot to mention it is a jeep wrangler sport unlimited. http://www.jeep.com/en/jeep_capabilities/towing/#WranglerUnlimited1Tab*
  • sch911's avatar
    sch911
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    Only the Sahara and Rubicon models have the 3500# TT capacity with the V6. All other models are 2000#. Also the Sahara/Rubicon TT requirements include a trailer frontal area of less than 32sq-ft.

    This is all listed in your owners manual.

    Good luck.
  • kvangil's avatar
    kvangil
    Explorer
    May 06, 2014
    FWIW, if I was towing with a 3500-lb limit, I'd go with a pop-up with a slideout. It would give you more space than a 15' hybrid, which is likely as big as you can tow with the Jeep.

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