Towing question - Page 2

yeeolde48 · 01-08-2006, 07:09 PM

Thanks for all the advise guys. I pulled the trailer out on Friday to get an updated weight (it is a 35 foot Haulmark with extra height). Came in at just over 13,000 lbs with 2 cars in the trailer, tools, generator etc. I had 1250 lbs tongue weight but have added a braced class 5 hitch with bars so not a problem for the weight. Truck pulled ok in both OD and 3rd on the flat, but just felt better keeping it in third. The truck stayed flat and handled great. I know a 5th wheel would be better but tow behind a an old greyound bus when we go long distance so have to stay with a rear tow. Great forum, thanks for helping a new guy out.

jklingel · 01-07-2008, 03:03 PM

Yeeold: I assume you are towing w/ a 12,000 lb receiver hitch, anti-sway bars and weight distribution system. Yes? Thanks. john

01-07-2008, 03:03 PM	#12
jklingel Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Posts: 7	curious about hitch Yeeold: I assume you are towing w/ a 12,000 lb receiver hitch, anti-sway bars and weight distribution system. Yes? Thanks. john

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01-08-2006, 07:09 PM	#11
yeeolde48 Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio Posts: 4	Thanks for all the advise guys. I pulled the trailer out on Friday to get an updated weight (it is a 35 foot Haulmark with extra height). Came in at just over 13,000 lbs with 2 cars in the trailer, tools, generator etc. I had 1250 lbs tongue weight but have added a braced class 5 hitch with bars so not a problem for the weight. Truck pulled ok in both OD and 3rd on the flat, but just felt better keeping it in third. The truck stayed flat and handled great. I know a 5th wheel would be better but tow behind a an old greyound bus when we go long distance so have to stay with a rear tow. Great forum, thanks for helping a new guy out.