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Towing with a 2012 Dodge Durango

I'm going to be buying my first ever travel trailer in the next 6 months when I retire from the Coast Guard and plan to travel the western US for a couple months. I want to buy a light TT under 4000 lbs. I have. 2012 V6 Dodge Durango which is rated f...

What Length Are They Really Referring To?

When I go on-line and look at individual campsites at either RV campgrounds or at State Parks etc., many will state something like ... "suitable for rigs, set-ups or RV's up to xx feet in length."Are they referring to just the RV/trailer itself or ar...

Fifth Wheel vs Travel Trailer

This is probably a loaded question, but here goes. Is there a fifth wheel that is safely tow-able by a 1/2 ton truck? I have a 2007 Sierra 1500 with the tow package and I am pretty sure my tow capacity is 7700#. My wife and I have an 18' TT, but w...

Wiring harness for Camper

Where do most people locate the 7 pin plug for a Host Mammoth? What harness does everyone recommend and what type of disconnect? Also, what is the best source for Torklift products?

brinson by Explorer
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Near accident caused by failing tow bar

We tow a lifted Jeep Wrangler behind our truck (with truck camper on top). The tow bar is from Smittybilt (here is the model). Because the Jeep sits higher than the truck, we have the extra piece on the hitch to raise the ball.This setup has been s...

jornvango by Explorer II
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1/2 ton towable

So looking to buy a toy hauler. Looking at 2007 redline 260fb. But the question is can I tow it. Right now TV would be a 2014 Silverado 1500 double cab 4x4. 5.3engine 3.42 gears. Front axle weight 3440 rear axle 2380. 5820 total. Was missing one pass...

So would you flat tow w/brake buddy, or trailer?

I just bought myself Jeep #5... a loaded 2014 Wrangler Rubicon 4 door with a mild lift on 35's.So, ya'll can see my sig. I have a big trailer. I also have a Brake Buddy that I've had for years. I've trailered for years, then a friend of mine gave...

Merry Christmas

Just wanted to wish the group a Merry Christmas. I've been away awhile but I see some of the old gang is still stirring the pot for Marty :BSafe travels and maybe I'll see you down the road next year. And just for old times sake

WOW, how warm does a F 250 6.7 block heater get?

The temps are getting really low so I decided to plug in my truck. We have about 4" of snow and it was 3 degrees last night. I got up before sunrise (4 AM to jump in the hot tub) and looked out at my truck. The hood, for about 12" in front of the ...

_DJ_1 by Explorer II
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Winterize and battery ??

I have my TT winterized, tire covers, check battery water level, and parked under a shed. My plan is to leave the battery in the battery box.I left it plugged in to 110 outlet for three days to charge but did not check it with a meter just assumed it...