MargaretB wrote:
westend wrote:
All are towable by our 2010 Sequoia with the towing package, which is rated at around 9000#. We are being VERY conservative with weight.
I don't think you're being that conservative. There is no way that the Sequoia can handle 9000 lbs., matters not what you read in a brochure. With these smaller SUV's and trucks it is all about the payload capacity. Have you or hubby ever towed anything?
That number came from the owner's manual in the glove box when we bought it, with the specs for the tow stuff. We are ignoring it and assuming that it can tow the 7500# it's rated for without the tow package. Anything over that is gravy.
I posted about the payload ratings in the other thread you have. Payload, payload, payload, not gross weight towing ratings.
If you get a trailer that weighs 7500 lbs., load it down with camping gear, and hit the road, you will eventually have an out of control moment that will not only scare the bejesus out of you, it may end your RVing days forever. Assuming you never have that moment, trying to push the limits of the towing vehicle will have you arrive at your destination weary and stiff.
Please, investigate the payload rating of your vehicle, the placard is printed on the driver's side door jamb. Subtract all the cargo and WDH weight and try to pick a TT that has a tongue weight well below the remainder of your payload rating. You will have a better time traveling with your RV and won't have one of those moments.
