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Originally Posted by Larryjb
TM is known to be more tongue heavy than other trailers, so even though it may be "lightweight" as far as trailers go, there will be more down-weight on the hitch than other similar weight trailers. But, much of the weight will come from how you pack. Because it has holding tanks, a lot of weight can come from prefilling the holding tanks if you are boondocking. Filled propane bottles will add a lot of tongue weight also.
I overloaded the rear axle on our Tahoe which has a pretty decent towing capacity. We had packed a lot of water, and canned food, plus 3 adults and 2 kids. Don't forget the people when it comes to the GVWR for your tow vehicle! 4 adults can add 600 lbs just like that. If they like their beer, closer to 1000 lbs, and that's not just the beer  The beer will be another 100 lbs. (Fortunately, FWIW, I don't drink much beer).
But then, you've done a lot of camping, so you probably know all this stuff already. |
Larry,
While I am familiar with how quickly weight can add up...it never hurts for a reminder. With new trailer owners (especially those that have never towed anything) I think it is beneficial to point out the basics since the purpose of any thread is to benefit and educate the community as well as the person asking the question.
I do use a WDH with the travel trailer. Loaded, I have around 600 lb tongue weight...heavy. My hitch has also been modified to easily support twice that. Good stuff!
Thankfully we usually just ride two up, but we do load heavy for extended trips (you know...the proverbial kitchen sink)... Our Lexus has modified suspension and additional weight is not a problem. Thanks again! Appreciated.
