Support Trailer
Well with a family of 5 and a Lance 830 it became clear that to make the truck camper work I need a support trailer. I just picked up a Carry-on 5x8 utility trailer with wood floor and steel sides. T...
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Wheelholder wrote:
I have thought of this idea also. I have a concern with the tongue weight of the trailer on the back of the pickup.
We also have an 830 on a s/b 2500 silverado. My current weight on the rear axle is approx 6400#. Tires are capable of handling 7500#.
Has anyone weighed their rig with trailer attached?
You definitely need to watch your weights when you pull a trailer with a TC. I cannot load my trailer to max without exceeding axle weights. When I load my Jeep, I need to back it in and keep the weight near the rear of the trailer or I get too heavy on the rear axle. You can see my weights here www.visualsc.com/TC_WT.pdf
I also have my GMC Terrain set up to tow behind my TC. It makes a great place to store things and also gives us a way to get around without breaking camp.
One of the reasons we like the TC, is that it gives us so many options. Just the truck and TC lets us get into lots of great places without towing anything. With the car, we have some storage and a way to sight-see while leaving the TC set up. With the trailer, we have lots of storage for toys and it is great for boondocking.
