2005 saturn Relay TV?

Anyone tow with one or the Chevy version? Will be towing a 1996 2518. If so how does it do?
thanks

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Originally Posted by saltbranch

Anyone tow with one or the Chevy version? Will be towing a 1996 2518. If so how does it do?
thanks

I just took a quick look on cars.com. I don't know what version you have so I don't have enough facts but it looks like you should be ~OK.

Does your Saturn have the factory tow package?

Just the standard Relay has about 4K# between the curb weight and the GCWR so that should give you enough capacity for a 3500# trailer (fully loaded) and 500# for passengers and cargo but you are cutting it pretty close. The max trailer capacity (fully loaded) is 3500# without the factory tow package.

If you have the factory tow package, your ratings may be higher. Check your RPO codes (in the glove box) and do a Google search for "GM RPO Codes" Check to see if one of your codes is "Tow Package". Your owners manual should tell you what your actual ratings are for with or without tow package. Trailer brakes and a decent brake controller (~$100) are a must.

I would recommend taking the trailer (fully loaded for camping) to the scales and get it weighed so you actually know what you have.

For instance, the dry weight on my trailer is 2700#. The scale weight is just under 4000#. Dry weight means nothing. Your 2518 should be quite a bit lighter than my (packed to the hilt) 2720. You should fall ~ the 3500# range.......maybe a little less.

Check your owners manual to see if the Relay can use a WDH. If it can, it may be wise to use one. If you do use one, I would recommend that you get the highest rated tires that you can put on that TM....... Does your TM have 14" tires?

According to the title it weighs 2200lbs, the P/O says it weighs 2650. I will be going to the scales this weekend to nail down the actual weight. I will check for the RPO codes. Untill I found this trailer, the vans pulling capacity was not an issue.