towing

Hi everyone! I’m brand new to the group, and brand new to my travel trailer. I’m set to pick up my Wolf Pup 18TO in just a couple days. I was originally looking at the 16 because I thought that’s all my vehicle could tow. I have 2021 Toyota Highlander XLe. Towing capacity 5000 pounds. After...

Hello All, I have a Ram 1500, hemi 5.7 etorgue, 3.92 ratio, 11.2 tow capacity, 1790 payload. We travel light for the most part (no bikes etc), mostly just clothes and basic camping gear. I am thinking on buying the Cruise Lite 263BHXL or the 240BHXL. Weight wise they are pretty damn close ...

Berkshire 34B Motorhome, Cummins 360 XCR engine. Blue Ox Flat Tow Bar Invisibrake Auxillary Braking Dingy is a 2017 Silverado 1500 4x4 I've watched all the videos on setting up the tow vehicle and hitching it up. I'm looking for advice on actually driving with a flat tow vehicle in tow. Tips...

This is the 2nd time this has happened on our RV in the past month. Frustrating to have to replace this damaged connector again. It's obviously dragging on the ground when going over bumps even though I have been driving super careful in parking lots and incline driveways. The direct...

Another question or I'm looking for reassurance... I want to clean out my black tank, like deep clean it. Yes I emptied and flushed it before we left the campground. I want to do this at home, add some Commando cleaner and fill the tank with water. It's it safe to pull the trailer with a full...

Had Pirelli Scorpions on the truck stock, and they were great tires. Towed 5th wheel with no issues. Replaced them with Bridgestone Duelers Revo 2 a few years ago and found them very squirmy. (Way too squirmy) *noticed the reviews for Revo's are that they are squirmy. Like to get some input...

New to the game and had a general question...or two! What is the suggested tong height & ball size for towing a Wolf pack 25pack12? I've seen weight distro's used but not all felt the need for the distro.... F350 6.0 towing a 25Pack12 Thanks for any info Scott

I’m considering purchasing a 2022 Silverado 2500hd with the 6.6 gas engine and heavy duty transmission. Just wondering how it does.

I’m in the process of special ordering an F-250 Super Duty 4x4 (7.3L, 4.30 :1) for towing a fifth wheel as the title says. Adding a PTO is an option and I am wondering if anyone has one and if so what do you use it for? Thanks, Bob

Hey folks! I’m inside some analysis paralysis here trying to figure out which WDH to go with. I’m intrigued by the Equalizer model but, it’s pricey and may be overkill. There’s some cheaper options out there but I’m concerned they might not be enough! Here’s the stats: Trailer: UVW: 4,463...

I have a 2020 Ram 2500 Cummins diesel, air bagged from the factory and I am pulling my 2022 GD 31MB fifth wheel. Just curious what settings most people are running on their trucks factory brake controller ? I started at 3.5, and after a 500mile trip, I am now up to 8.5 and it still seems my...

I apologize for being the one millionth person to ask "Can my truck tow this trailer?", but I am a first time RVer and I would truly appreciate some feedback. My tow vehicle is as follows: 2017 Sierra 1500 Crew Cab, 2WD, Short Box 5.3L V8 3.42 axle ratio VIN: 3GTP1NEC8HG472840 According to...

Looking at a 2018 Chevy Sonic automatic to tow. Does anyone have experience with an automatic Sonic?

Hi, I am new to towing and I am looking to replace my Lippert 1621 Pin Box on my 2021 Solitude 2930RL to a Reese Airborne Sidewinder and then use a Curt A16 fixed hitch (no rails required) designed for the OEM pucks on my 2020 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 HD Short Bed. I understand from my research...

For those of you who have experiences towing both a TT and a 5th wheel, what are some of the differences you have noticed between the two? Is there a significant difference in towing experience? This is a general question and not one based on trailer weight or length, just overall driving...

Please forgive if this is just too stupid of a question. I only have a year experience with TTs, and I don't know anyone with a 5th wheel. I am considering upgrading both my TV and TT at some point to a F350 and 11-13k lb 5th wheel camper. Which is the preferable bed length for this truck for...

Saw it referenced in an overheating TLLTruck Utube. Confirmed in last three years F150 Owners Manuals. Ford says to de-rate your F150 Towing Capacity by 2% per 1000 feet elevation above sea level. It’s in the Towing section after the pro trailer backup instructions that kinda breaks the towing...

What are the best braking systems for towing a Jeep, I’ve been looking at blue ox the patriot 3 and the invisibrake. I like that with the blue ox it’s not all the wires and hoses and hardware on the brake pedal but I don’t know anything about this any help will be great.

We purchased a ew Impression 315MB with a factory installed 2” receiver attached to the frame of this 5th wheel. The manual says it is rated for 300lbs. I am assuming this is for a cargo carrier. Does anyone know if it will support an 8’ flatbed trailer with an ATV or Harley Roadking on it?

I am very new at this I have a 2017 3011DS, I need a vehicle to go behind it so on trips we have away to get around. We are looking at a 2021 Jeep but I know nothing about towing a vehicle what all do I need to do this I would like to do it right the first time and get it over with. TIA

Hello all. New to the Forum. I have a 2018 F150 2.7L Ecoboost, 3:55 gears in the rear. Supercrew 4x4. With a tow rating of 7,600#s. Payload of 1630#s. My rig is a 2013 forest river salem 30qbss. From what I am seeing, seeing conflicting info on trailier weight specs. TW 980 lbs UVW 6575 lbs-6800...

Hello everyone, I've got a question regarding my house battery and my tow vehicle battery. When I'm towing down the road, I'm assuming my vehicle (2017 Ford F-150) alternator will be charging my house battery thru my 7-pin connector. If I were to stop for an overnight stay in a parking lot and...

I have a 2020 Traverse I want to flat tow. I know how to put it in neutral through the shifter boot. My question is how do you unlock the steering wheel for towing and how do you turn off all the accessory items.

I currently tow my 2018 Flagstaff Microlite 25' BRDS with my 2012 Ram 1500 with the 5.7 Hemi (only 78,000 miles. The interior is in excellent condition. Never had any problems (easy towing/low maintenance) until now I am having problems with the transmission slipping (only on long steep hills)...

Ok, I did a search and apparently, when towing, you get a trickle charge on the RV battery from the truck using the 7 pin connector. I'd like to charge it more from the truck, this thing has a 220Amp alternator and I know can put out the current, just a matter of getting it back there. Any...