Hoping to keep it to an SUV... will it work?
I have posted elsewhere about my trailer needs but for the TV... Really would like to keep the TV to a Dodge Durango (V8) which has towing capacity of 7200 pounds. GVW is 7100 pounds and loaded wit...
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rockhillmanor wrote:Hawk7 wrote:rockhillmanor wrote:
SUV's have a short wheelbase. You end up with the tail wagging the dog and you won't be happy with your RV'ing experience towing with it. I tried it with a Tahoe ONCE and never ever again.
Great advice. I traded my Honda Pilot in because the white knuckle experience was enough for me. It just wasn't safe. Keep it to a pop up or trade the SUV in. I know it's not what you want to hear, but it's sound advice from many of us.
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My Tahoe was rated for 6,000 lbs. I bought a 3,400 lb TT. I took ONE trip with that set up. I actually turned around did not finish my trip and immediately sold a 2 month old TT when I got back and retired the Tahoe to getting groceries.
As a former Tahoe and Yukon XL owner I will be the first to say the tow ratings are overrated. Even the new ones aren't rated to SAE standards.
That being said, anyone who had trouble towing a 3400 lb trailer behind a Tahoe isn't in a position to be giving any towing advice. You obviously didn't know what you were doing or know how to set up your rig. Because you didn't know how to set up your rig doesn't mean it isn't safe.
Everyone here does realize that most full size SUVs weighs 300-600 lbs more that a standard half ton right? Most are around 5700-6000 lbs empty compared to 5100-5500 for 1/2 tons. Shorter wheel base? Sure, but tail wagging the dog? Maybe, but not always. A 4x4 Durango is about the same weight as an F150. Again, proper setup is key.
