RV.Net Open Roads Forum: Toy Haulers: Toy Hauler with a 1/2 ton truck


	Already a member? Login here. If not, Register Today! \| Help

Newest | Active | Popular | RVing FAQ

Forum Rules | Forum Help and Support | Contact

Open Roads Forum > Toy Haulers > Toy Haulers

Reply to Topic | Subscribe | Print Topic | Post New Topic |

eric0669

Parkville, MD

Full Member

Joined: 02/26/2007

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 05:21pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

Anyone doing it? I currently have a HTT but would like a toy hauler for my motorcycle. Problem is I drive a GMC Sierra 1500. After looking around this forum I don't see any of you with less than a 2500 in your signature.

Any suggestions for a 1/2 ton truck or am I just wishing?

2006 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew Cab 4x4 5.3L
2007 Roo 23SS

djmiranda1

Downey, CA

Full Member

Joined: 09/09/2006

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 05:44pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

I pull a 18fter with my nissan titan.

A ship in harbour is safe, but that is not what ships are built for.

rad valve

In the woods

Full Member

Joined: 06/04/2005

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 05:44pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

DESERTFOX They have a 17 footer.

RCDave

Simi Ca

Full Member

Joined: 06/28/2005

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 05:45pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

I pull a 08 Ragen FK2100 xtralite with an 07 Toyota Tundra. Pulls great loaded and unloaded.

fordsooperdootydieselsmoker

OrangeCountyCalifornia

Senior Member

Joined: 08/13/2004

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 05:49pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

This is a light weight trailer that may work out, with a front 86 X 96 platform for motorcycles, theTravel Star by StarCraft. So cool! And the brand is well known for quality and good customer service,

Here is a Brochure with info.

eric0669

Parkville, MD

Full Member

Joined: 02/26/2007

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 06:45pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

I like the Travel Star. I own a Roo 23SS right now so the Travel Star fits right into our needs. Thanks everyone for the input. I looked at the local RV dealers and they didn't have anything that I could pull. I checked out the manufacturers that they had to offer and nothing fit our needs. The extra bed space is a must have because of the family.

Thanks again!

Suburban52

S. Cal High Desert

New Member

Joined: 01/05/2008

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 07:25pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

I have a 1999 Sub K-15 4x4 1/2 ton which I pull an 08 Attitude Z- gravity 21' TH. Pulls great, going up hills is when I would like more power, but this works for me.

Randy

code3run

S. CALIFORNIA

Senior Member

Joined: 04/18/2006

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 07:51pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

23 FT with my Dodge Ram 1500. No problems.

2008 ATTITUDE 21AK
2007 Dodge Ram 1500 hemi 5.7 lit
07 Yamaha ttr 50-SOLD
07 Yamaha ttr 90
07 Yamaha ttr 125
01 Yamaha yz 125

2 boys 9 and 12 and wife
Dusty the dog

lanerd

Ridgecrest, CA

Senior Member

Joined: 03/03/2003

View Profile

Offline

Posted: 07/21/08 07:54pm

Link | Quote | Print | Notify Moderator

There are plenty of light weight TH's out there. You just have to know your weight limits of your Sierra, especially the payload limit as most TH's have a very heavy tongue/pin weight to compensate for the weight of the toys in the rear and most 1/2 ton PUs have a low payload limit; hence, all the 3/4 and 1 tons pulling THs. However, if you fall within all your limits, go for it and have loads of fun.

S. Cal High Desert has lots and lots of places to ride your toys (as I'm sure you're aware). If you drop over to Spangler Hills, there are thousands of acres waiting for you.

Ron

Ron & Sandie
'08 Safari Simba SBD35
86 Toy 4x4 P/U for Toad.
Tow Bar: Sterling
Brakes: Unified
Toys:
Yamaha 660R Raptor (mine)
Honda 350ES Rancher (hers)
64 Fairlane w/351c - 4sp
Both Fed CS Retirees
Hobbies:
DW's: Quilting
Mine: DW

RETIRED!! How sweet it is....