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Jun 19, 2013Explorer
We just traded in our 2010 Toyota Tundra with the tow package - 10400lbs tow capacity and our 2011 Keystone Bullet 250RKS. We had that combination for all of the last three summers.
We originally started out with a 4Runner, but it was far too small in wheelbase and towing capacity, regardless of what the TT salesman said. We traded in the 4Runner on the first weekend out. "Dry weight" was 4885. On the scales, loaded for camping, including dogs, people, gear, fuel, etc., we were 6100 lbs. We used an Equalizer hitch and loaded the trailer carefully.
This is what we learned - buy only what your TV can tow comfortably, with a large margin, or be prepared to buy a new TV. I think what you're looking at in TTs may be a little too heavy for your current TV.
That said, the Tundra performed flawlessly for the entire three years, and I miss it every day.
Elizabeth
We originally started out with a 4Runner, but it was far too small in wheelbase and towing capacity, regardless of what the TT salesman said. We traded in the 4Runner on the first weekend out. "Dry weight" was 4885. On the scales, loaded for camping, including dogs, people, gear, fuel, etc., we were 6100 lbs. We used an Equalizer hitch and loaded the trailer carefully.
This is what we learned - buy only what your TV can tow comfortably, with a large margin, or be prepared to buy a new TV. I think what you're looking at in TTs may be a little too heavy for your current TV.
That said, the Tundra performed flawlessly for the entire three years, and I miss it every day.
Elizabeth
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