Towing requirements
My camper trailer is 3500 Lbs. I am looking for a SUV that will tow it.Should I have a SUV that can handle a higher amount than that like 5000? Or am I safe getting a vehicle that just tows that amoun...
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jfkmk wrote:Huntindog wrote:
Gotta be careful with unibodies. WD isn't always a good thing with them.
Check with the manufacturer on this.
This is a really good point. Check with the manufacturer if a wdh is ok. I believe the Sorento is unibody.
I towed a 3500# gross tt with an suv rated for 5000 or 5500 (forget which it was) and it towed fine. I wouldn’t have wanted to tow anything heavier with it.
Also, the payload on the sticker on the door jamb is with everything that came with the original vehicle and all fluids including gas. It does not include the driver; everything you put in the vehicle, including all occupants, subtracts from payload.
I too will add to this checking on if a WDH use is an option since a lot of the lighter less capable vehicles do not recommend using a WDH because of the stresses and poor mounting strength areas on the TV.
Larry
