Grand design and towing with a Ford Expidition
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โFeb-23-2021 05:45 PM
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โFeb-24-2021 03:07 PM
2015 GMC 1500 Sierra 4x4 5.3 3.42 full bed
Equalizer 10k WDH
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โFeb-24-2021 01:25 PM
Watch your tongue weight, watch your RAWR, pay extra attention on cross-wind days and you should be fine. Enjoy the new setup.
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โFeb-24-2021 09:14 AM
So take the responses with a grain of salt, as many folks believe in putting their own factors of safety on (which is ok) and then preaching them as gospel (when they are far from it).
First, a new Expe with towing package will EASILY and safely tow that trailer. No questions asked. Long or short wheelbase.
Second, I would suggest purchasing both units and then after driving them together as a pair, decide if you need any enhancements above and beyond a standard weight bearing hitch.
Better to have a basis for your hitch decisions vs throwing money at something you may not need.
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โFeb-24-2021 09:03 AM
Terryallan wrote:carringb wrote:
As for the hitch, I'd try it without the Hensley first. You probably don't need it. Grand Designs don't seem to generate many towing complaints, and the Expedition is stable as well.
are you saying NO WDH at all? Because the weight carrying tongue weight cap for the Expe will be 500lbs. He is going to be over that a good long ways.
Sorry, no I did not mean to imply no WD. Only that a Hensley might be overkill compared to a traditional WD hitch.
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โFeb-24-2021 07:31 AM
MFL wrote:
I don't think he means no WDH, but maybe saying that a very expensive model, like the Pro pride or Hensley may not be needed. I agree, OP may not need those expensive upper end types.
Jerry
I'll agree with that. But it does need a WDH.
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โFeb-24-2021 07:25 AM
Jerry
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โFeb-24-2021 06:59 AM
carringb wrote:
Weight-wise, you'll be generally in good shape. I do like the long wheelbase of the Max, but even the regular version tows well. As mentioned, you could have payload challenges if you need to carry a full passenger load while towing.
As for the hitch, I'd try it without the Hensley first. You probably don't need it. Grand Designs don't seem to generate many towing complaints, and the Expedition is stable as well.
are you saying NO WDH at all? Because the weight carrying tongue weight cap for the Expe will be 500lbs. He is going to be over that a good long ways.
Coachman Apex 288BH.
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โFeb-24-2021 06:58 AM
2019 F250 XLT Supercab
Just DW & me......
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โFeb-24-2021 06:20 AM
Yes. Much more comfortable and stable with my 2020 Silverado 1500 double cab vs. the sold 2015 Tahoe.
APT is right. Wouldnโt have pushed my similar Tahoe with more than 6000 pounds.
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โFeb-24-2021 05:17 AM
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2017 Subaru Outback 3.6R
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โFeb-24-2021 04:35 AM
The truck you are choosing, with the max tow, has a lot of options for this purpose.
Yes, when loaded, you will have at least another 1,000, maybe 1,500 lbs added to trailer, and of course, more hitch wt. I don't see a problem, with that rig, loaded and ready to travel. You aren't talking 8 passengers, normally just the two of you.
The extra wheel base length is an asset for towing a trailer.
Enjoy your new experience,
Jerry
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โFeb-24-2021 04:34 AM
The longer the wheelbase, the better the towing experience.
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โFeb-24-2021 04:27 AM