Forum Discussion
Old-Biscuit
Oct 08, 2014Explorer III
"..... newly bought Sequoia. "
First thing is to realize what that Sequoia is actually capable of towing.
NOT what mfg. has published as max tow rating cause that is a marketing tool and far, far from being real world.
Load it up 'camp ready' (driver, passengers, any stuff inside vehicle, full fuel etc.) and go get it weighed ($10-$12).
With numbers from weigh ticket you can figure what you can really tow. Then you can shop for the trailer that fits within your vehicles actual tow capabilities (and not fall in love with one only to find out it is too heavy)
Weigh Ticket
Front axle weight
Rear axle weight
Total vehicle weight
Compare those numbers to the data stickers on your door jams/glove box/owners manual etc.
GVWR (Gross vehicle Weight Rating) Max Weight Vehicle is rated for
FAWR (Front Axle Weight Rating) Max Weight front Axle is rated to support
RAWR (Rear Axle Weight Rating) Max Weight Rear Axle is rated to support
GCVWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) Max weight vehicle and trailer
Rear TIRE Max Load Rating (Stamped on tire sidewall) Max Weight Tire is Rated to support
First thing is to realize what that Sequoia is actually capable of towing.
NOT what mfg. has published as max tow rating cause that is a marketing tool and far, far from being real world.
Load it up 'camp ready' (driver, passengers, any stuff inside vehicle, full fuel etc.) and go get it weighed ($10-$12).
With numbers from weigh ticket you can figure what you can really tow. Then you can shop for the trailer that fits within your vehicles actual tow capabilities (and not fall in love with one only to find out it is too heavy)
Weigh Ticket
Front axle weight
Rear axle weight
Total vehicle weight
Compare those numbers to the data stickers on your door jams/glove box/owners manual etc.
GVWR (Gross vehicle Weight Rating) Max Weight Vehicle is rated for
FAWR (Front Axle Weight Rating) Max Weight front Axle is rated to support
RAWR (Rear Axle Weight Rating) Max Weight Rear Axle is rated to support
GCVWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) Max weight vehicle and trailer
Rear TIRE Max Load Rating (Stamped on tire sidewall) Max Weight Tire is Rated to support
About Travel Trailer Group
44,027 PostsLatest Activity: Mar 12, 2025