Considering a TC & Towing my Travel Trailer
Hi Folks. My current rig is a 2019 FR Cherokee Grey Wolf 17BHSE travel trailer (24', ~5,200 lbs loaded) towed behind a 2006 Ram 1500 Sport 5.7L Hemi, Crew Cab with 6.5' box. I use a Husky Centerline W...
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InTheRockies wrote:
Thanks for the feedback.
I don't mind getting a small(ish) TC to stay below payload ratings - in fact I prefer it as the TT is my main living/sleeping area and the TC is just a means to have the basic amenities along on day trips.
I considered getting a smaller (shorter & lighter weight) TT like an Rpod to tow behind the TC, but even reducing the trailer weight by 1,000 lbs would only net about a 130 lb decrease in tongue weight/payload. That doesn't seem like a significant savings by downsizing the trailer.
The shortened length may mean it would tow better - thoughts on that?
One thing I need to determine is how I'm going to store the stuff I currently bring along in my truck bed. My main concern are my two Champion 2,000w generators.
Where do people typically store their generator with a TC if it doesn't have a dedicated compartment? A cargo rack on the hitch?
Are you full-timing?
If not...get rid of some stuff!
Get solar (not gennys).
It’s true one advantage of a TC is you CAN tow stuff...but it’s not mandatory!
We have spent a month at a time in our TC with 3 plus dog and we fit no problem (and no trailer).
I town when I need to (boat/canoes/Scout trailer) but not because I have to...
Maybe you can just rethink what you are packing.
