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I can say that they are definitely warm to the touch but not hot. Make sure you have proper air flow to the back and monitor with a temp laser gun for unsafe temps.

That is normal. In either side, are the condenser coils. The sides are like heat sinks for the refrigerant when it is running.

Set to 7

Currently on a trip now. We made it from FL to Tallulah Falls GA, over to Norris Dam TN and now in NC. It’s holding up well. Still trucking! Definitely looking to upgrade in the future to an expedition with heavy duty towing or a class C in the future. Depending on which route we go with a larger camper. But the traverse has been towing this camper for 2 years now with no Issues. I-40 was a little rough but she made it. Just need to have faith in the technology of the vehicle

5200lbs on the factory sticker.

All the after market things I added come stock with the V92 package. My car was not tow equipped so I simply made the V92 package on my own. My camper is actually the 1 larger then the one you ordered. 5200lbs dry according to the sticker. When fully loaded its up there. But it NEEDS to be paired with a weight distribution hitch and it will evenly distribute weight across all tires. I took it to the scales fully loaded and the camper axels were coming in at 4300lbs. I was very surprised at how well it worked. We have towed up many steep TN and GA mountains confidently. I never tow with fluids, it’s 100% unnecessary. I empty everything including the water heater. At 8+ pounds per gallon, no thanks. Good luck!

@@allanhernandez4282 Thanks so much for your response! It really helps to know about your experience! How many people do you have in the car usually? Do you try to lower the payload in the trailer or the car other than empty tanks?

@@Robodreamer we travel with 4 people, a bunch of kids and adult toys. Sometimes a kayak. I usually pack the trunk up of the car with stuff but heavier items I put in the camper closer to the axels. But not behind the axels. These campers have a heavy tongue weight so I try not to add to the front of camper load. But like I said weight distribution hitch will make it that you won’t notice it. Also, get a trailer brake system. I have the voyager. Works great. Speeds of 55-65 is your sweet spot.

It’s been fine really. We have done 3 big long trips to the mountains and not even a blip. Camper and car loaded. The weight distribution hitch is key. The car can tow this just fine

I used the Traverse forum for a lot of research and a moderator mentioned that they are not combined in the HD radiator and needed to buy it separately. I later learned long time after I installed everything that it wasn’t totally necessary to have both but wouldn’t hurt to have it anyway. I installed the trans cooler first then did the radiator at a later time

@@allanhernandez4282 thanks for the response. So you have the HD radiator and the separate trans cooler connected in line or did you just cap of the trans connnections on the HD radiator?

I wouldn’t know for sure but I can say that most GM vehicles are exactly the same. I would check part info on etrailer.com and verify. But the tow package items needed should be the same and the install should be exactly the same

Parts list from etrailer: 1.Transmission cooler Derale 8000 series class 3 (#D13503) 2.Tekonsha Voyager brake controller (#39510) 3. Draw tite hitch class 3 (#75528) 4. 7 pin and 4 flat connector (#HM40975) 5. Vehicle wiring harness with fuses (#118271) 6. Tekonsha wiring adapter (#3026-P) GM parts direct: 1. High performance radiator with HD cooling (# 84079536) Tasca Parts: 1. Multi switch for tow/haul mode (#22824080) Hope this helps

That’s a great question actually. I went with what Etrailer had recommended for my vehicle. I figured they would be the expert advisor on the product. That being said I went with D13502 Derale 8000. And I’ve had no issues with it.

You are correct, original multi switch only had 3 buttons but spaced differently. The new multi switch is the same exact fit, only difference is it comes with an additional button (auto lift gate) which is a feature my car doesn’t even have but it still works just fine. I only needed it for the tow mode. Ive used the switch multiple times without issue since install.

@@allanhernandez4282 perfect. Did all you have to do is plug the switch in and when you press the tow button the light on the dash came on? Did you have to add any fuses or anything else And did you notice the feature the button offers actually work when towing.

@@Mblackf22 the fuses that I installed into the car came with my hitch and wiring assembly for the hitch itself. I would imagine, without those fuses the tow may or may not work not sure. I had mine in already prior to installing the switch. The multi switch is plug and play. The moment I connected it the tow button was already working, I do notice it when I’m towing. I stays in 3rd and 4th gear longer. It was the easiest of all the installations. The brake controller was also super easy

@@allanhernandez4282 thanks again for the info. The switch was the one item out of all the added tow items I could not find any info on. This was helpful.

@@Mblackf22 You are welcome, good luck with the install.

Hi, I highly suggest NOT installing the oil cooler as it was very finicky and is just another issue that could go wrong as mine did. I installed mine exactly as the manufacturer instructions stated and the moment I pulled out of my driveway the flood gates of oil came loose and poured everywhere. Everything was installed properly and it was the correct part for my car. I would never do that again. I just towed the camper on a 1000k mile trip and the vehicle performance was flawless with HD radiator and transmission cooler. Temps were dead center all trip. However, the vehicle can easily tow this at 55-60mph between 2200-3000rpm don’t expect super responsive power and great MPG. I found myself fueling every 200-220 miles. It’s the reason why we plan on upgrading to a Suburban. Traverse and similar vehicles are very capable tho. It’s practically the same size engine in an expedition minus the twin turbo.

www.getoemparts.com/oem-parts/gm-multi-switch-22824080?origin=pla&gclid=CjwKCAiA1eKBBhBZEiwAX3gqlyThrzuOuErmVrotKkK-RXyNuS6IE4ZxscCYncBRZktJ0Q1oqIoQphoCvD8QAvD_BwE I’ve found on multiple websites if you google it. Super easy to install. Mine came with the lift gate button too but I don’t have that feature and it still works fine.

Got everything added on my 2017 chevy traverse ,except I didn't do the radiator upgrade every thing was pretty eazy thank you for the video ,,I'm pulling a 2400 pontoon boat with

@@davespaoutdoors yea with a 2400 payload I’d say you’re more than fine without upgrading the radiator. Nice job brother, enjoy!

I believe the traverse standard is rated for 2500lbs....figure after gear, bodies, fuel, etc. probably pushing 3000lbs. I would always want to be over prepared than under. I’m sure the car is capable but why risk it? Plus then add in mountains or hills...cooling over engine and transmission is a must have in my book. It won’t require or cost much. Order everything and install in one shot because it requires the bumper to be removed. Transmission cooler, tow haul mode and larger radiator all for less than $350 installed yourself which is super simple. I’m not a very mechanical savvy person but I know enough. TH-cam is your friend

@@allanhernandez4282 thanks a lot man, do you happen to have part numbers or link

@@jeffreya8329 the parts are made for year specific vehicles so I would recommend going to etrailer.com and inputting your vehicles info and it will give you the exact parts that fit your car. The brand I purchased for transmission cooler is Derale. And the radiator is original GM parts from gmpartsdirect.com look for the one that says “with HD cooling”

Nice! You won’t be disappointed, apex makes a great product. We looked at the 194BHS but went with this one instead. We just took the camper from FL to S.C. and the car did great up those hills. Mostly cruising 2200 rpm @ 55-65mph on average. Only down side is that you average about 180-200 miles per tank so your fueling a bit more often only because of the fuel capacity of the car.

Did you end up getting one? And how is it hauling?

I'm an owner of the 2021.5 Surveyor Legend 19BHLE; did you ever make a purchase of one of the two? I'm glad people are trying to work with what they have as a possible tow vehicle. I just forward this vid to my neighbor who has a Ford Explorer. Explaining work with that you have.

Everything was literally plug and play, it required zero advanced skill on my end. I watched a video from 1A auto on the radiator upgrade. the rest is super easy. The tow switch was the easiest one, less than 5min and you're done. Radiator took a few hours but honestly not bad at all. Dont forget the trans cooler

@@allanhernandez4282 lol I've been looking at what it takes. I was looking at the tow/haul switch but I dont have the power lift gate but also I dont want a open hole. I just have tc & the wiper switch the rest is just storage pocket. Trans cooler I doubt I can get right now cause my treverse is still under warranty.

@@Dachamp2001 I don’t have the power lift gate either. The cluster of switches you buy does not leave any open holes. It’s just a cluster of switches that allows the tow/haul mode and rear wipers...my lift gate button is there but inoperable. The trans cooler attaches to the radiator...so it’s easier to do it all at once. The hitch and wiring adapter for trailer is also quick and easy. As is the brake controller. It’s all prewired from factory. Traverse forum helps a lot with all this. In the end we are still going to upgrade eventually To ford expedition 9300 lbs tow capacity with weight distribution hitch

Just doing a follow up on how the treverse is doing on towing I got the tow/haul button installed and lucked up on the 3 button w/o power lift gate

@@Dachamp2001 easy as pie! Super simple...everything else is the same I promise. Hardest one is the radiator and not because it’s hard, just takes time and squeezing arms in tight places. Do yourself a favor and buy some pick tools. Look like little hooks or pointy like a needle. I used them to get some clips off radiator return lines