Towing Roo 233s with Yukon xl? Feedback?
We are considering a Roo 233 S but have reservations on successfully towing with our Yukon XL. Would love to hear from Roo owners that might be towing with a similar SUV and how it handles?
Forum Discussion
1kennyOG wrote:
isn't a Yukon XL a "half ton" ?
Not all of them!;)
tlemon, you need to find out what the tow rating of your particular Yukon is. It varies depending on several things. Differential gear ratio is one major factor. A Yukon with a 3.42 diff will have a much lower tow rating than one with a 4.10 2wd or 4wd is another factor. You can find out what options (gear ratio is just one) your Yukon was built with through a vin# vehicle build sheet (parts dept at any chevy/gm dealer should be able to help), or look at the rpo code sticker (usually on the inside of the glove box) to find out what gear ratio of the differential is. You do not mention the year of your Yukon, but you can search the web for your particular year "gmc rpo codes" to find what gear ratio differential was installed in your truck at the factory. Gear ratio is also sometimes stamped onto a metal tag attached to the differential. Your owners manual shows tow ratings for each gear ratio, along with 2wd or 4wd.
If you find that the camper is within your Yukon's tow rating, a weight distributing hitch and sway control will be necessary. Also, search this forum and others for information on transmission coolers and rear suspension upgrades such as air bags or timbrens. They really help drivability when towing.
