This subject has been "done to death" so I won't go into details, but would like to mention a few key things to those who may be new to the board and/or TMs.
First, the weights in the TM brochure are basic. It's been found that "real world" weight are as much as 1000 lbs more on average than the TM brochure states.
Second, just because someone else on the board is towing with a specific 3500 lb TV, doesn't mean it's ok. If someone here is towing a 4500 lb trailer behind a 3500 lb TV, it doesn't make it safe "just because".
Do your own homework by weighing your TM, knowing the true TC of your TV, and understanding how important is it for you, your family, and every vehicle on the road that you tow within the realm of your specific TV.
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