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poppin_fresh
Jun 19, 2014Explorer
My 2005 Starcraft hybrid has zero leaks, which is the reason I bought it.
While it is a 3500lb GWVR trailer and seems like it would be a good fit for a minivan, I would hesitate about doing it.
What I notice with the small single axle campers is that the manufacturers set them up to be tongue heavy to reduce weight on the axle. This would be a deal breaker for most minivans which ride on soft suspension.
I haven't weighed my trailer, but I would guess that my trailer loaded (lightly) is close or over 500lbs on the tongue.
While it is a 3500lb GWVR trailer and seems like it would be a good fit for a minivan, I would hesitate about doing it.
What I notice with the small single axle campers is that the manufacturers set them up to be tongue heavy to reduce weight on the axle. This would be a deal breaker for most minivans which ride on soft suspension.
I haven't weighed my trailer, but I would guess that my trailer loaded (lightly) is close or over 500lbs on the tongue.
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