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Rick2594
Explorer
Mar 09, 2015

Rockwood Roo and towing capacity

I grew up tent camping, but with grandchildren on the way am looking to upgrade to a trailer. I own a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6, 3.6L with a towing capacity of 6,200 lbs. Did not get the tow package installed when I bought it (looking back that was probably not a smart idea), but will be getting it done. Also bought a lifetime warranty for the Jeep and want to ensure I don't do anything to void it. Been doing a lot of research but still a bit concerned which way to go.

I grew up tent camping, but with grandchildren on the way am looking to upgrade to a trailer. I own a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6, 3.6L with a towing capacity of 6,200 lbs. Did not get the tow package installed when I bought it (looking back that was probably not a smart idea), but will be getting it done. Also bought a lifetime warranty for the Jeep and want to ensure I don't do anything to void it. Been doing a lot of research but still a bit concerned which way to go.

Been looking for a trailer that can sleep 6-8 and the Rockwood Roo seems to fit the bill. Overall the reviews seem good. I'd be mostly doing weekend camping within 100 miles or so of my house. Have a couple of questions and would greatly appreciate any and all feedback.

1) Can I safely pull the Roo with my Jeep? Right now looking at the 233S that has a base weight of 4,512 lbs.

2) Can you share any experiences with the Roo?

3) If the Roo is too heavy for my vehicle are there other options? Really not interested in a pop-up.

Again, any advice would be helpful. I'd much rather find out now that this isn't going to work than realize it stranded on the side of the road with a blown transmission.

Thank you!
  • Mr_Beebo's avatar
    Mr_Beebo
    Explorer
    Mar 15, 2015
    The GMC will be a much better improvement. Make sure you get sine WD bars and happy camping.
  • Wine_Maker's avatar
    Wine_Maker
    Explorer
    Mar 13, 2015
    It can be very discouraging when one starts looking at campers and what kinds (and costs) of TV's it takes to tow them. I wonder if camping is only for the rich and famous.
  • Rick2594's avatar
    Rick2594
    Explorer
    Mar 13, 2015
    Appreciate all feedback given. I have posted similar questions to a few other sites. We really wanted a somewhat larger trailer than what it appears the Jeep can safely tow. So it seems the best solution is to look into getting another tow vehicle. Found a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500 SLT 4X4 with 122K miles for just over $4K. I'd just use that for towing and wouldn't be putting many more miles on it. Tow rating is 8,700 lbs.

    Always wanted a truck and this seems the best solution. I assume the GMC should be able to tow a Roo very easily. If I'm off base please let me know.

    Thanks.
  • bikendan's avatar
    bikendan
    Explorer
    Mar 12, 2015
    Your Jeep probably only has the 6200lbs IF it had the factory tow package.
    without it, it'seems probably much lower.
  • PAThwacker's avatar
    PAThwacker
    Explorer
    Mar 11, 2015
    The 70k crd Libby sold at auction presale: $8400.
    Next auction nugget: 2008 trailblazer 5.3 V8 3LT loaded. With only 42k on clock.
    Our backup tv is the tired 165k 5.3 TB.
  • ChooChooMan74's avatar
    ChooChooMan74
    Explorer
    Mar 11, 2015
    PAThwacker wrote:
    Choo Choo there is a 05 libby crd going through the Lancaster PA Manheim auction on Friday. It only has 70K on it, libby limited CRD(renegade light package not a factory option back in 05 CRD). We had a silver 05 CRD sport.

    Thanks. I would love a 2nd CRD, but saving my money for possibly a Nissan Titan XD

    PAThwacker wrote:
    Back on topic,
    I would not tow the roo233s with the grand cherokee. Passengers and gear deduct from overall tow rating and the roo grosses out at 6400lbs. You can find older 233 or 183 Non slideout roos.

    The more I think about it, the tongue weight on the 233S will severely overload any small SUV, like the Grand Cherokee.
  • dadmomh's avatar
    dadmomh
    Explorer
    Mar 10, 2015
    Not at all familiar with your GC and capacities. We had the ROO 23SS and loaded up, ready to pull out of the driveway, we weighed 5000# on the nose. Our F150 has the 5.4 and factory tow package. Suggest you do some serious number crunching with what it's going to take to make your vehicle and trailer compatible. Remember that you need around 1000# wiggle room regardless. Our F150 has a max towing of 8000#, so we had plenty to spare.

    I was not aware you could add much more than a tranny cooler and a few extras after manufacture. Whatever you do, just be sure you're not right on the line. Good luck.

    As far as the ROO itself, we loved it and had no issues at all. Towed great, very comfortable inside arrangement, loved the huge kitchen. We would still have it if old age had not set in around here and made set up quite a chore, so the change to a TT....also a Rockwood and equally happy.
  • PAThwacker's avatar
    PAThwacker
    Explorer
    Mar 10, 2015
    Choo Choo there is a 05 libby crd going through the Lancaster PA Manheim auction on Friday. It only has 70K on it, libby limited CRD(renegade light package not a factory option back in 05 CRD). We had a silver 05 CRD sport.


    Back on topic,
    I would not tow the roo233s with the grand cherokee. Passengers and gear deduct from overall tow rating and the roo grosses out at 6400lbs. You can find older 233 or 183 Non slideout roos.
  • ChooChooMan74's avatar
    ChooChooMan74
    Explorer
    Mar 09, 2015
    All depends on the model Roo. My setup, I am 100 over GVW, camp ready, with all passengers, het 600 pounds below my "tow rating". I have one of the lighter Roos with no slides. I would love a Roo 233S, but the tongue weight is a killer. I would look at the 183 myself. If I was to do it again, I would have gotten that camper insread of this one.

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