The dealer told me the dry weight was 8,300 lbs, so I thought I would be fine even with the bike and other gear loaded in (500 lbs) since my truck is supposed to be able to tow almost 10,000 lbs, but that seems like just the Hitch and Dry Weight combined. Can someone shed some light on this? Also, this is a travel trailer, not a 5th wheeler. Am I screwed here?
As for the truck, I have an 08 Tundra CrewMax 5.7L 6AT 4x4 Limited with Tow package, but with standard mirrors. I already have a Tekonsha Prodigy Brake Controller and they are installing the weight distribution hitch, but is there anything else I will need right away?...better suspension, tires, etc?
Hmm... Most folks add at least 1000-2000 pounds of tools, spares, food, clothes, beer, firewood, propane, gas, etc. And another 1000+ pounds of water. Ever going to take anyone with you? Will they need food, clothes, beer, etc? Maybe a couple of chairs & a table? It all adds up, and quickly.
Rage'n is an excellent product, one of the best. What did the dealer tell you about the warranty? If that seems like a strange question, take a few minutes and search the forum for more info.
Bottom line: you bought a great trailer, but you'll likely need more truck to be happy towing it.
That is a nice garage on wheels. You will love having a toy hauler. I know we do. You shouldn't need much more. Maybe some plans to go on your first trip.
Navy Chief
2007 Dodge Ram 3500 Laramie w/6.7 CTD, 6 speed auto, Factory Exhaust Brake.
2007 KZ 41CKS3 Montego Bay Sportster
2006 Kaw KDX 200
2008 Can AM Outlander Max 650
2006 Yam R6
2007 Suz GSXR 600
Golf cart
Congrats on the new rig.
I have a co-worker pulling a Jayco TH at about 8,500 with his Tundra and he says it tows well. WD bars are a must. Granted we are in flat Florida but he has made a few trips to the NE with no problems.
It might be a handful near max weight.
You have to watch your hitch weight and load accordingly. A trip to the scales after loading it for a typical trip will help.
Example: My fuel tank is at the rear and I found keeping it full took a little weight off the hitch.
767CAPT wrote: Hmm... Most folks add at least 1000-2000 pounds of tools, spares, food, clothes, beer, firewood, propane, gas, etc. And another 1000+ pounds of water. Ever going to take anyone with you? Will they need food, clothes, beer, etc? Maybe a couple of chairs & a table? It all adds up, and quickly.
Rage'n is an excellent product, one of the best. What did the dealer tell you about the warranty? If that seems like a strange question, take a few minutes and search the forum for more info.
Bottom line: you bought a great trailer, but you'll likely need more truck to be happy towing it.
It was sold as is at the show, but I got them to throw in a 2 year warranty since they said they were at rock bottom price at $29K. SOme of the caulking on the push out section seems to be cracked a little. Is this normal for a new hauler?
Thanks for the tips on the weight. I wouldn't have to worry about water or gas since all the race tracks I go to have hookups, but I see what you're saying about all the other items.
Congrats on the new trailer. I recently upraded my 04 Ragen to an 08 (26ft version of yours). No major problems I have discovered yet! You definately should look into getting a Class V receiver though. There are a ton of discussions on tongue weight you can research and I think your stock receiver isn't up to the task.
Overall, it's just a heavy trailer. If I recall correctly, my dry weight is 8500 lbs so I'm a little confused to how your bigger trailer is 1000lbs less. My Dodge 2500 5.9 diesel gets pushed pretty hard when I'm fully loaded.
Good luck. Ragen makes a great product (used to anyways).
* This post was
edited 08/04/08 08:13am by bluebear *
My only recommendation is to make sure you load the trailer so weight distribution is equalized as much as possible on the tires. You will know if it's wrong if the trailer sways too much as your towing it. Enjoy the trailer...you bought a fine looking outfit.
I have the 26' version of that trailer as well. I pull it with a 2005 GMC Duramax 4WD CC SWD. I installed a Class V hitch and use the Equalizer tow bars. I have no problems pulling the fully loaded trailer **BUT** I just found out this weekend I have a major weight issue with my truck tires. I let the salesman at Evans Tires convince me that I could get away with a D rated tire. The tires held up for several trips over the winter but bit the dust this weekend. I think the weight, plus the 100 degree heat on Hwy 395 is what caused the tire to "warp". Either that or the steel belting gave way on the inside of both rear tires.
Offline
