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RE: 2011 Tundra reduced max tow capacity, options?
Here is a Forest River we have been looking at that has the dual rear slides, like the Cougar, but quite a bit lighter.
27RLWS
We are also looking at a Jayco Whitehawk
25DSRL
A GVWR of 7,500 would be at the extreme top of my comfort level.
Good luck with your search, plenty of campers the Tundra can pull safely.
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jeshoffstall
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06/07/13 12:26pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: 2011 Tundra reduced max tow capacity, options?
Based on my personal experience towing a 6,000 lb travel trailer I would not be comfortable towing that camper. I would not get a bigger trailer than the one in my sig line without moving up to a 250/2500 series truck or larger.
Thanks,
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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06/07/13 11:01am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Thoughts on my scale numbers?
Update:
Downloaded the owner's manual for the WDH and it recommended adding space washers to increase distribution.
I added one washer and put the hitch back together last night.
Today on the way home we drove through another CAT scale. In a hurry to beat traffic so only did one pass hooked up and ready to go:
Steer Axle 3,420
Drive Axle 3,280
Trailer Axel 5,160
Gross 11,860
So, based on my unburdened weight, I am within 80lbs of my original steer axle weight and putting 540lbs on the drive axle with this current set up.
Pulled much better coming home.
Thanks for everyone's input!
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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05/27/13 03:56pm |
Towing
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RE: Thoughts on my scale numbers?
Ron, double checked the ticket, no typos. All we did was pull off, unhook the camper and drive back on.
I am only concerned as my rear end of the TV seems squirrelly. No sway at all in 1800 miles of driving. Possible that LT tires would firm things up?
Left the WDH manual at home so not sure how to move some weight forward
Thanks,
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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05/24/13 07:24pm |
Towing
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Thoughts on my scale numbers?
Finally got around to finding and using a CAT scale on our way to a campground.
Packed as normal for a four day weekend. Wife myself, two bikes and a small tote of firewood.
Camper is a Flagstaff V lite 21WRS
Dry Hitch Weight 597 lbs. (271 kg)
Unloaded Vehicle Weight 4,991 lbs. (2,264 kg)
GVWR 6,550 lbs. (2,971 kg)
Cargo Carrying Capacity 1,559 lbs. (707 kg)
Exterior Length 24' 7" (7.5 m)
Truck is a 2010 Toyota Tundra 5.7, 4x4 with towing package
GVWR 7100
GAWR FT 4000
GAWR RR 4150
Payload 1380
Truck without trailer
Steer axle. 3500
Drive axle 2740
Gross weight 6240
Truck w/trailer WDH bars not engaged
Steer axle 3080
Drive axle 3700
Trailer axle 5080
Gross weight 11,860
Truck w/trailer, WDH bars engaged
Steer axle 3280
Drive axle 3400
Trailer axle 5180
Gross weight. 11,860
I am using an equalizer 4 point hitch (set up by dealer). The bars are parallel to the frame and my toung is about 1-2 inches lower. I have five spacer washers on the hitch head.
It appears I need to get another 200 lbs on the steer axle? Do I need to add/remove washers or raise my bracket another hole? I just do not want to over correct.
Thanks for any insight you may have!
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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05/24/13 02:14pm |
Towing
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RE: Why does my awning stay wet??
Thanks guys, we have some very creative people on here.
I will try both the wet it and forget it and 2 liter bottle trick!
BTW, mine does roll under - amazing it still gets water in there.
Thanks,
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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04/17/13 04:28pm |
Travel Trailers
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Why does my awning stay wet??
Noticed this last summer and forgot about it. Opened the awning the other week while getting the camper ready for the first outing of the year and the awning was covered in mold/mildew and still wet (I guess from winter rain). Cleaned it up, let it dry and retracted it.
The other day - two days after a rain shower - I opened it to check and sure enough it was soaked.
Does not seem like I would have to dry this thing out after every rain shower - what gives?
Thanks!
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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04/17/13 01:10pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Toyota Tundra Tow Vehicle Owners Request
No issues with braking or power with the 5.7. Mileage could always be better. I get 15-16 unloaded around town and 9-10 towing.
Up the payload and I am a happy camper!
Jeff, do you have any pictures you would like to share?
Tim, not the most exotic of pics, but my beloved combo.
This is my second Tundra and seventh Toyota. If Toyota can up payload 1,000 lbs I will be standing in line to order a new one tomorrow.
http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae49/jeshoffstall/5D05E798-EC91-4710-A8B6-8AF09B74E010-1475-000001806010F212_zps256a7f5f.jpg height=300 width=300
http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae49/jeshoffstall/4C418BE9-406B-465B-9720-A631A1705CDD-1475-0000018088B5325E_zpsb243901b.jpg height=300 width=300
http://i956.photobucket.com/albums/ae49/jeshoffstall/BlowingRock080_zps2c634844.jpg height=300 width=300
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jeshoffstall
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04/03/13 06:12am |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Toyota Tundra Tow Vehicle Owners Request
No issues with braking or power with the 5.7. Mileage could always be better. I get 15-16 unloaded around town and 9-10 towing.
Up the payload and I am a happy camper!
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jeshoffstall
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04/02/13 05:05pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Toyota Tundra Tow Vehicle Owners Request
Thanks for your interest! I have a 2010 DC with 4x4 and the 5.7. I currently tow a trailer with a dry weight of 5,500 and a tounge weight of 900lbs (be design, it is a rear slide). This truck has all the engine and braking required to pull this (or even heavier) trailers, but I am sorely lacking in payload. I have not done any mods as yet, but plan on getting E rated tires this summer. Currently using a 1K Equalizer WDH.
Not sure I would want a diesel for the 8 times or so a year I tow, but 3/4 ton capacity (or a haul/tow package like is available from Ford) would be a game changer. I am considering switching to a half ton Ford with the haul/tow package just to get my payload capacity up.
Thanks,
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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04/02/13 03:47pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: I can't believe we bought a TT!
Congrats on the Microlite! We looked at that unit off and on for six months and finally decided on a slightly larger unit, but it was second on our list. We have been extremely please with our Forest River unit. DO NOT purchase a warranty from the dealer, Forest River offers a full second year warranty directly to the customer for $150, but you must mail in the form and payment within 10 days of purchase.
Also, for the few $$ it costs, I would have the dealer go ahead and install the Maxis air vents now so you don't have to fool with it later.
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jeshoffstall
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11/01/12 07:41am |
Travel Trailers
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RE: 4x4 or 4x2
I am of the opinion of I would rather have it and not need it than not have it. We park our TT in the back yard, and I have to come up a short but somewhat steep slope to hit the driveway. Without 4x4 I would tear my yard to pieces and possible slide the TT into the fence/gate. Small measue of security for me.
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jeshoffstall
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10/11/12 12:19pm |
Towing
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RE: Bald Mountain Campground Hiawassee Ga
Linky
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jeshoffstall
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10/11/12 11:50am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Bald Mountain Campground Hiawassee Ga
You are most definately able to reserve your own site. I will tell you about 20% of the sites are seasonal.
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jeshoffstall
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10/11/12 09:59am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Bald Mountain Campground Hiawassee Ga
Bears Den, we like sites 47-52, your camper will back up to a small (but loud) creek and you will be across from a very, very well maintained bathhouse if you don't wish to use your campers facilities. They have a pretty good map on their web site.
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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10/11/12 07:19am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: Bald Mountain Campground Hiawassee Ga
cairpd,
We love Bald Mtn - we have been there three times this year and were there Oct. 3 -7th on site 52. This is one of our favorite places to camp an Hiawassee is a nice laid back down.
I will say this was the most crowded I have ever seen it!!! I think the secret is out!
Regards,
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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10/11/12 07:17am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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Living in GA, when to winterize?
Obviously before we get any hard freezes, but when do most people in these types of climates winterize? We are considering a Thanksgiving trip and not sure if I should do/before or after or just wait.
Thanks!
Jack
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jeshoffstall
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10/09/12 03:39pm |
Beginning RVing
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RE: Best Gatlinburg/Pigeon Forge restaurants?
Bennets for sure if you like Que! Also No Way Jose in PF was very good - right beside the Harley shop where 321 intersects 441.
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jeshoffstall
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09/21/12 08:22am |
RV Parks, National Parks, State Campgrounds & More
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RE: real life experience with adjustable Wheel Chocks
X2 on BAL "X", very easy to install lock down and store. Since they are not on the ground they do not get nasty. On a recent trip we had to park on a slope, after I hooked up the truck to leave I loosened the BAL X and the trailer and truck rolled back a couple of inches - it has some holding power!!
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jeshoffstall
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09/20/12 09:40am |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Showerhead holder loose...
Thanks all for the suggestions. Unfortunately my shower is a corner (hex) variety and the spot on the wall is opposite the kitchen wall - not sure if I can get a wood back or mollybolt in there. I tried some adheasive on the mount and in the screw holes. I also will travel with my showerhead on the floor from now on!
If this does not work, I may have to try a cut down butterfly bolt.
Thanks!!
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jeshoffstall
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09/19/12 04:53am |
General RVing Issues
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