I rented a Ridgeline without realizing how impressive it would be, and now I’m seriously considering buying one. The ride is smooth, quiet, and surprisingly luxurious. I was about to go for an F-250, but now I’m not so sure-most of the time, I’m just hauling tools and materials, nothing too heavy. The Ridgeline handles sheet goods with ease, and those rear seats folding up for tool bags, combined with the hidden compartment in the bed for extra secure storage, are game changers. They really nailed the design on this truck. If they could improve the towing capacity, it’d be perfect.
We didn’t want a large truck and researched extensively. We decided on the Ridgeline Sport AWD W/ 9-speed transmission. It pulls our 2021 Geo Pro 19 fds easily with a quality anti sway system. We pack light intentionally and have enjoyed a couple of seasons of travel. We love our truck and treat it nicely! The Ridgeline is my favorite vehicle to drive😊
We owned a Nissan Frontier pickup, so it was common sense to just buy a small travel trailer for it. We picked up the Wolf Pup 16FQ that was similar in weight around 3000 lbs. The Frontier was rated for 6200 lbs towing. In short, we didn't like the way it handled. Could feel the drag and it magnified every bump. Maybe some modifications were needed on the truck. Of course, the already poor gas mileage was made worse. Backing it up was a challenge for me. We ended up getting a 2023 Winnebago Travato class B. Never been happier. Getting 17.3 MPG and very comfortable driving and parking it anywhere. Night and day difference for us.
Nice video! You always produce some great content. I wanted to share our experience towing a 2019 Flagstaff E-Pro 19BH (dry weight 3,100). We tow with a 2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid with a tow capacity of 3,500 lbs. Although we are right at our limits, the experience has been good. 1. Since purchase, we have put (as of this writing) 14,467 miles on our rig. 2. We do have a weight distribution hitch (Camco Eaz-Lift TR3 600lb). It tracks very well! 3. It tows very well on flat to moderate inclines 4. Our longest trip was an almost 13,000 mile road trip (about 10,000 while towing) from FL to WA state, and back, over a 2 month period through 24 states. 5. Our biggest challenge during that trip was the steeper inclines. Going up those, we would not push it more than 35-40 MPH. 6. We had ZERO issues with transmission, engine overheating or any other issues related with towing. 7. We certainly have a brake controller (Curt Wireless Bluetooth) 8. Since purchase of our rig, and during our long road trip, we have have NO major issues (2 small roof leaks did need to be sealed; it is a 5 year old rig) and just some minor things. 9. While our TV is certainly NOT an ideal TV, it works for us (this is all that we have to tow with). 10. We usually keep our speeds at 55-60 on the highway although with a tail wind and moderate decline, we can comfortably go 65-70 MPH. 11. Our gas mileage while towing ranges from 17-21 MPG. Best during our cross country road trip was 23 MPG with a tail wind; worst was 14 MPG with a head wind. 12. We have 3 driving modes in our TV; Eco, Normal and Sport. We have only towed using Eco mode. 13. Stability while towing has not been an issue. I had another WDH before the Eaz-Lift TR3 and it did not perform as well. 14. We tow with our tanks relatively empty except for nominal amounts in the Black/Grey tanks and about 10 gallons in the fresh. That's about it. Please feel free to ask and questions.
@@Turtle3863 Thanks! The gas mileage is great but it would be nice to also have the power; but we make it work. I found out about that WDH on the "Wandering Weekends" channel. He conducts great reviews of hitches and made my search for one much easier (and we HAD to have one with our TV). I had initially installed another highly rated WDH but it did not give the amount of weight distribution that I needed (my TV sits very low to the ground). After we switched to the TR3, towing was like night and day.
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Been there done it and said it years ago. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
@@jeff67mustang Just sharing our experiences. As I pointed out in #9 on my list, "Our TV is certainly NOT an ideal TV". I also pointed out the struggles we have on steep inclines. I highlight the good, and bad, of our towing experience and not glorifying anything.
Thanks for the video it's a great job we have a 2021-2106 DS and we till it with a 2021 Ford ranger dual axle it weighs 3,700 lb My towing package on my ranger is 7,500 lb I use a weight distribution hitch and I rarely travel with water if any small amount in case we need to use the bathroom maybe a little in the black tank on my weight is weighed so we are not overloaded just me and my wife and my 60 lb doodle in our truck so we are constantly monitoring our weight to make sure we are good to go but again thanks for the video
I have a Jayco Hummingbird 16MRB, no slides, it weighs dry 2400 with water and gear its roughly between 3000, 3,200, however I don't usually travel with water, so the 3000 or under is normal travel weight. In the past I used a Buick Enclave instead of my F150 it towed it very well with plenty of power and around 14MPG. I just purchased a Ford Maverick with the 4K tow package I am eager to try that soon.
We have the same Geo Pro as you and love it! We also have a smaller towing vehicle. Our 2018 Tacoma has the tow package and is rated for 6500 lbs. While we’re well within our ‘limits’, we only get around 10mpg on average. Yuck. We do have oversized tires which doesn’t help. The good news is that we have pretty good success towing over mountain passes and on logging roads. Overall we like our setup. Spent 45 nights in ‘Rocky’ this year!
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
Thank you Greg for the thoughtful video. We towed our 2022 19FD Epro with a 2019 Ridgeline from Minnesota to Montana, Idaho, and Washington 3 times over the course of 2 years. It did just fine. Two people passengers and 2 small dogs in the vehicle. My wife and I pack light and take care to not exceed the capacities of the camper and Honda and we use a WDH and brake controller. We live in an urban area so we like the Ridgeline's size for getting around the city when not camping. We could feel strong head winds and cross winds but never felt unsafe. I'd recommend the Ridgeline to anyone with a similar use case as ours. Nice job!!
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
Hauled my Geo Pro 20BHS (3500lbs dry) with my Nissan Frontier V6 from east coast to Montana. It didn’t like headwind much but it kept 65 mph was fine. Def need the weight distribution antisway hitch. I’d do it again without hesitation. I wouldn’t want to go any heavier and would prefer a full size if you can afford those overpriced beasts.
I completely agree with your analysis. I towed a 21 foot Hideout that was about 3200# empty and also a 24 foot Salem Cruise Lite that was around 4200# empty with a Toyota Highlander which also has a 5000lb tow rating. With a properly set up weight distribution hitch and an electric brake contoller added it was not at issue at all with either trailer. I pulled each of those trailers about 8500 miles, so towed 17000 miles or so with the Highlander and would do all of those miles again. I do now tow with an F150, but only because we got a Cougar 26RBS that weighs about 6650# dry and with a 900# tongue weight. Would not have attempted to pull the current trailer with the Highlander. Still need a properly set up weight distribution hitch with the F150 (it comes with the integrated brake controller). Smaller vehicles can definitely tow some of the smaller travel trailers without difficulty when properly set up. safe travels...
a runaway! i’ve been towing my 6 x 8 Venturist with my 21 ranger over 15,000 miles. I don’t want a full size truck for every day and for a tiny runaway I love that the truck is well rated for it. I’m of the mind from a vehicle durability standpoint that the truck cant be too big, and the trailer cant be too small. That said, like u said go slower, load it right and hitch it right. completely agree on the trans fluid, were in texas and i change early and watch the temp especially if i tow with the jeep.
Totally agree what you mentioned above BUT, I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
i have an 07 ridgeline that i tow a travel trailer with regularly in NC. only get about 10 mpg, but it is a very capable vehicle. remember to read your owners manual, you aren't supposed to run faster than 63mph. its safer, takes a little longer. towed from charlotte to chattanooga TN through the mountains and it did fine. happy camper hunting! we have a 2020 coachman clipper 17bh single axle.
I'm towing with the Nissan frontier 2019 kimg cab 2.5. the trailer is pretty light and it does very well. I've done a lot of things to the truck came with a transmission cooler I just put electric fan on the transmission cooler. I also put ride right on it as well as airbag in transmission gauge and oil gauge to check the fluids because it didn't come with none of that . A weight distribution hitch and that thing drives like a charm like I'm not pulling anything lol. But he's right you have to keep it a good speed I drive 55 to 65 I'm pulling a small vintage RV
Man I’m towing a 4800lb travel trailer. 27ft with 23ft living space. I have it set up perfectly with a distro hitch and a brake controller. It’s does well. I take it easy though and only move it a few times per year
I enjoyed the video and your insight, I also have a 2020 Ridgeline and we just purchased a 17' camper trailer and was apprehensive about towing with the ridgeline. Also what weight distribution hitch did you install?
Based on your comments about weight limits, I am assuming you are towing with the 2-wheel drive Ridgeline. I've towed my 2017 EPro 19FD with my 2014 Honda Pilot 2WD with a dealer added towing package / tranny cooler. This combination has worked well for me for 7 years. I just purchased my son's 2017 Ridgeline 2WD. I've always used a weight distribution hitch and Tekonsha brake controller on the Pilot and have just added the wiring harness to the Ridgeline. While I've test driven the Ridgeline / EPro, I've not taken any real trips yet. Have you encountered transmission temperature problems with your Ridgeline?
Im looking at a 2024 Sport, and I was wondering about using my WDH. I tow a Epro 19 FBS. I did the CAT scale and im 3700 loaded to go, with 530tw (btw, was 640!!!). Honda says it will tow without the WDH up to 5000 and 600tw. Well, ........I still would want to use mine. Im guessing using a WDH wont damage this 2nd Generation or mess with the Warranty? I'm trying to get a solid answer on that from Honda before I buy. The Ridgeline is perfect for all my truck needs if it will tow this TT. I'm mainly flat land in the SE and most trips are under 200miles one way. I tow at 60-62mph.
In my opinion the WDH is about control, although the Ridgeline might be slightly under powered I have never felt I had a control problem when using a WDH.
I just got a 23 Ridgeline and I also tow a RangeRunner and I am looking at towing a 3000lb loaded camper. Was wondering what kind of fuel mileage do you get with the GeoPro?
I get 12 mpg with the 3200lb camper keeping the speed under 65, and about 18 mpg with the Ridgerunner running up to 70. I also have the 6 speed transmission so not sure if the 9 speed will get slightly better.
Your rigs would be a, is what it is, due to your pocket book. I've towed bumper pull for 32 years 2 vehicles, 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 5.9 V-8 gas carburetor towing a 1973 Apache Solid State pop-up wt. was 1,800 to 2,500 lbs & 1980 19 ft Prowler, I believe the trailer wt. travel trailer was 4,500 to 5,500 lbs. Both with WDH's brake Controllers. The1988 Chevrolet suburban 350 V-8 throttle body towing the Prowler. As for towing the Prowler the Suburban handled it much, much better, throttle body, long wheel base. Much preferred over the jeep especially towing up and in the Smoky mountains and beach. Live in central Alabama. As for the '85 JGWneer, only towed the 73' Pop-up out west thru west Tn., Missouri, S.D, Wy, to YS park, to Jackson hole, to Idaho, Steamboat Springs co. Estes Park and back home. Now that you know this. Sure i can say my towing experience was fine, no issues but those of you committing here don't take about 18wheelers passing you on freeways, your white buckling up and down steep mtns. Cross winds, the fact that your always thinking.....in the back of your mind in that trip am I going to make this. The Jeep could only go a max 23 mph and 12 mph and average 17mph heading west up Teton Pass towing a pop-up using a V8. ......that day 33 years ago I told my wife when we retire I'm going to have a truck that can pull, tow anywhere in our country. Today i have a '15 diesel 6.7 Cummins one ton long base with exhaust brake towing a 29' total length bumper pull that weighs dry 7,200 to 9,200 max. I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
@@Turtle3863 good luck on your channel......just remember...."People tend to Glorify what they have to Justify it in order to Minimize the Negatives" ..... this is important to remember here so one doesn't get over confident, hopefully nothing bad happens. Safe travel's
Those are a Honda Odyssey with the back cut off and not a small truck by any stretch of the imagination. Those are SUVs. A truck has a frame underneath it. Apples and oranges my Friend.
They are actually based on the Pilot suv frame, very capable of doing truck things if you watch your weights and stay within the manufacturer recommendations.
I have 2022 geo pro 19 fD pull it with 2005 jeep liberty wdh brake control and sway bars pulls like a dream if tranny light comes on good idea to do a service thats my 2 cents
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again. Sometimes people tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives. Just saying....and......good luck towing.
I rented a Ridgeline without realizing how impressive it would be, and now I’m seriously considering buying one. The ride is smooth, quiet, and surprisingly luxurious. I was about to go for an F-250, but now I’m not so sure-most of the time, I’m just hauling tools and materials, nothing too heavy. The Ridgeline handles sheet goods with ease, and those rear seats folding up for tool bags, combined with the hidden compartment in the bed for extra secure storage, are game changers. They really nailed the design on this truck. If they could improve the towing capacity, it’d be perfect.
We didn’t want a large truck and researched extensively. We decided on the Ridgeline Sport AWD W/ 9-speed transmission. It pulls our 2021 Geo Pro 19 fds easily with a quality anti sway system. We pack light intentionally and have enjoyed a couple of seasons of travel. We love our truck and treat it nicely! The Ridgeline is my favorite vehicle to drive😊
We owned a Nissan Frontier pickup, so it was common sense to just buy a small travel trailer for it. We picked up the Wolf Pup 16FQ that was similar in weight around 3000 lbs. The Frontier was rated for 6200 lbs towing. In short, we didn't like the way it handled. Could feel the drag and it magnified every bump. Maybe some modifications were needed on the truck. Of course, the already poor gas mileage was made worse. Backing it up was a challenge for me. We ended up getting a 2023 Winnebago Travato class B. Never been happier. Getting 17.3 MPG and very comfortable driving and parking it anywhere. Night and day difference for us.
TY👍
I tow my ‘22 G19fbs with a ‘19 Ford Ranger with the factory tow package and an Andersen WDH and love it.
Nice video! You always produce some great content. I wanted to share our experience towing a 2019 Flagstaff E-Pro 19BH (dry weight 3,100). We tow with a 2022 Toyota Sienna Hybrid with a tow capacity of 3,500 lbs. Although we are right at our limits, the experience has been good.
1. Since purchase, we have put (as of this writing) 14,467 miles on our rig.
2. We do have a weight distribution hitch (Camco Eaz-Lift TR3 600lb). It tracks very well!
3. It tows very well on flat to moderate inclines
4. Our longest trip was an almost 13,000 mile road trip (about 10,000 while towing) from FL to WA state, and back, over a 2 month period through 24 states.
5. Our biggest challenge during that trip was the steeper inclines. Going up those, we would not push it more than 35-40 MPH.
6. We had ZERO issues with transmission, engine overheating or any other issues related with towing.
7. We certainly have a brake controller (Curt Wireless Bluetooth)
8. Since purchase of our rig, and during our long road trip, we have have NO major issues (2 small roof leaks did need to be sealed; it is a 5 year old rig) and just some minor things.
9. While our TV is certainly NOT an ideal TV, it works for us (this is all that we have to tow with).
10. We usually keep our speeds at 55-60 on the highway although with a tail wind and moderate decline, we can comfortably go 65-70 MPH.
11. Our gas mileage while towing ranges from 17-21 MPG. Best during our cross country road trip was 23 MPG with a tail wind; worst was 14 MPG with a head wind.
12. We have 3 driving modes in our TV; Eco, Normal and Sport. We have only towed using Eco mode.
13. Stability while towing has not been an issue. I had another WDH before the Eaz-Lift TR3 and it did not perform as well.
14. We tow with our tanks relatively empty except for nominal amounts in the Black/Grey tanks and about 10 gallons in the fresh.
That's about it. Please feel free to ask and questions.
Wow, that’s some great gas mileage. I have the same WD hitch and love it.
@@Turtle3863 Thanks! The gas mileage is great but it would be nice to also have the power; but we make it work.
I found out about that WDH on the "Wandering Weekends" channel. He conducts great reviews of hitches and made my search for one much easier (and we HAD to have one with our TV). I had initially installed another highly rated WDH but it did not give the amount of weight distribution that I needed (my TV sits very low to the ground). After we switched to the TR3, towing was like night and day.
@@Road_Trip_Warriors I get right at 12 mpg with the Ridgeline
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Been there done it and said it years ago.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
@@jeff67mustang Just sharing our experiences. As I pointed out in #9 on my list, "Our TV is certainly NOT an ideal TV". I also pointed out the struggles we have on steep inclines. I highlight the good, and bad, of our towing experience and not glorifying anything.
Thanks for the video it's a great job we have a 2021-2106 DS and we till it with a 2021 Ford ranger dual axle it weighs 3,700 lb My towing package on my ranger is 7,500 lb I use a weight distribution hitch and I rarely travel with water if any small amount in case we need to use the bathroom maybe a little in the black tank on my weight is weighed so we are not overloaded just me and my wife and my 60 lb doodle in our truck so we are constantly monitoring our weight to make sure we are good to go but again thanks for the video
I have a Jayco Hummingbird 16MRB, no slides, it weighs dry 2400 with water and gear its roughly between 3000, 3,200, however I don't usually travel with water, so the 3000 or under is normal travel weight. In the past I used a Buick Enclave instead of my F150 it towed it very well with plenty of power and around 14MPG. I just purchased a Ford Maverick with the 4K tow package I am eager to try that soon.
I pull an ePro 15TB (2800+ dry weight) with a Buick Enclave. It does just fine.
We have the same Geo Pro as you and love it! We also have a smaller towing vehicle. Our 2018 Tacoma has the tow package and is rated for 6500 lbs. While we’re well within our ‘limits’, we only get around 10mpg on average. Yuck. We do have oversized tires which doesn’t help. The good news is that we have pretty good success towing over mountain passes and on logging roads. Overall we like our setup. Spent 45 nights in ‘Rocky’ this year!
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
10 mpg oh my.
I love my 2019 Ridgeline. 4 years of wonderful, comfortable driving. Tows my 1900 pound teardrop camper like a dream.
Me too
Thank you Greg for the thoughtful video. We towed our 2022 19FD Epro with a 2019 Ridgeline from Minnesota to Montana, Idaho, and Washington 3 times over the course of 2 years. It did just fine. Two people passengers and 2 small dogs in the vehicle. My wife and I pack light and take care to not exceed the capacities of the camper and Honda and we use a WDH and brake controller. We live in an urban area so we like the Ridgeline's size for getting around the city when not camping. We could feel strong head winds and cross winds but never felt unsafe. I'd recommend the Ridgeline to anyone with a similar use case as ours. Nice job!!
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
Hauled my Geo Pro 20BHS (3500lbs dry) with my Nissan Frontier V6 from east coast to Montana. It didn’t like headwind much but it kept 65 mph was fine. Def need the weight distribution antisway hitch. I’d do it again without hesitation. I wouldn’t want to go any heavier and would prefer a full size if you can afford those overpriced beasts.
Totally agree
I completely agree with your analysis. I towed a 21 foot Hideout that was about 3200# empty and also a 24 foot Salem Cruise Lite that was around 4200# empty with a Toyota Highlander which also has a 5000lb tow rating. With a properly set up weight distribution hitch and an electric brake contoller added it was not at issue at all with either trailer. I pulled each of those trailers about 8500 miles, so towed 17000 miles or so with the Highlander and would do all of those miles again. I do now tow with an F150, but only because we got a Cougar 26RBS that weighs about 6650# dry and with a 900# tongue weight. Would not have attempted to pull the current trailer with the Highlander. Still need a properly set up weight distribution hitch with the F150 (it comes with the integrated brake controller). Smaller vehicles can definitely tow some of the smaller travel trailers without difficulty when properly set up. safe travels...
a runaway! i’ve been towing my 6 x 8 Venturist with my 21 ranger over 15,000 miles. I don’t want a full size truck for every day and for a tiny runaway I love that the truck is well rated for it. I’m of the mind from a vehicle durability standpoint that the truck cant be too big, and the trailer cant be too small. That said, like u said go slower, load it right and hitch it right. completely agree on the trans fluid, were in texas and i change early and watch the temp especially if i tow with the jeep.
Totally agree what you mentioned above BUT,
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
Thank you for sharing this video. I currently have a 2022 Ridgline and in the market for a travel trailer. this video really helps
i have an 07 ridgeline that i tow a travel trailer with regularly in NC. only get about 10 mpg, but it is a very capable vehicle. remember to read your owners manual, you aren't supposed to run faster than 63mph. its safer, takes a little longer. towed from charlotte to chattanooga TN through the mountains and it did fine. happy camper hunting! we have a 2020 coachman clipper 17bh single axle.
I believe midsize trucks and suv can tow heavy loads at 55 mph or less.
I'm towing with the Nissan frontier 2019 kimg cab 2.5. the trailer is pretty light and it does very well. I've done a lot of things to the truck came with a transmission cooler I just put electric fan on the transmission cooler. I also put ride right on it as well as airbag in transmission gauge and oil gauge to check the fluids because it didn't come with none of that . A weight distribution hitch and that thing drives like a charm like I'm not pulling anything lol. But he's right you have to keep it a good speed I drive 55 to 65 I'm pulling a small vintage RV
Man I’m towing a 4800lb travel trailer. 27ft with 23ft living space. I have it set up perfectly with a distro hitch and a brake controller. It’s does well. I take it easy though and only move it a few times per year
I tow my 2022 geopro 20FBS with a Honda Passport trailsport probably pushing 4500 lbs. oven, extra solar and convection micro add weight
@@KeithA-p3i the slide adds some weight .
I enjoyed the video and your insight, I also have a 2020 Ridgeline and we just purchased a 17' camper trailer and was apprehensive about towing with the ridgeline. Also what weight distribution hitch did you install?
@@wrxs1781 Camco Eaz-Lift ReCurve R3 600lb Weight Distribution Hitch
@@Turtle3863 Thanks, I will order one.
Based on your comments about weight limits, I am assuming you are towing with the 2-wheel drive Ridgeline. I've towed my 2017 EPro 19FD with my 2014 Honda Pilot 2WD with a dealer added towing package / tranny cooler. This combination has worked well for me for 7 years.
I just purchased my son's 2017 Ridgeline 2WD.
I've always used a weight distribution hitch and Tekonsha brake controller on the Pilot and have just added the wiring harness to the Ridgeline. While I've test driven the Ridgeline / EPro, I've not taken any real trips yet. Have you encountered transmission temperature problems with your Ridgeline?
@@dgrissom007 4 WD versions, I had only one transmission overheat when the fluid needed changing
I really want to buy a Ridgeline to pull a small camper should i?
Sure, just keep it under 3500lbs
Small truck and small trailer means you can get into practically any camp site.
Im looking at a 2024 Sport, and I was wondering about using my WDH. I tow a Epro 19 FBS. I did the CAT scale and im 3700 loaded to go, with 530tw (btw, was 640!!!). Honda says it will tow without the WDH up to 5000 and 600tw. Well, ........I still would want to use mine. Im guessing using a WDH wont damage this 2nd Generation or mess with the Warranty? I'm trying to get a solid answer on that from Honda before I buy. The Ridgeline is perfect for all my truck needs if it will tow this TT. I'm mainly flat land in the SE and most trips are under 200miles one way. I tow at 60-62mph.
In my opinion the WDH is about control, although the Ridgeline might be slightly under powered I have never felt I had a control problem when using a WDH.
I just got a 23 Ridgeline and I also tow a RangeRunner and I am looking at towing a 3000lb loaded camper. Was wondering what kind of fuel mileage do you get with the GeoPro?
I get 12 mpg with the 3200lb camper keeping the speed under 65, and about 18 mpg with the Ridgerunner running up to 70. I also have the 6 speed transmission so not sure if the 9 speed will get slightly better.
Your rigs would be a, is what it is, due to your pocket book. I've towed bumper pull for 32 years 2 vehicles, 1986 Jeep Grand Wagoneer 5.9 V-8 gas carburetor towing a 1973 Apache Solid State pop-up wt. was 1,800 to 2,500 lbs & 1980 19 ft Prowler, I believe the trailer wt. travel trailer was 4,500 to 5,500 lbs. Both with WDH's brake Controllers. The1988 Chevrolet suburban 350 V-8 throttle body towing the Prowler.
As for towing the Prowler the Suburban handled it much, much better, throttle body, long wheel base. Much preferred over the jeep especially towing up and in the Smoky mountains and beach. Live in central Alabama. As for the '85 JGWneer, only towed the 73' Pop-up out west thru west Tn., Missouri, S.D, Wy, to YS park, to Jackson hole, to Idaho, Steamboat Springs co. Estes Park and back home. Now that you know this.
Sure i can say my towing experience was fine, no issues but those of you committing here don't take about 18wheelers passing you on freeways, your white buckling up and down steep mtns. Cross winds, the fact that your always thinking.....in the back of your mind in that trip am I going to make this. The Jeep could only go a max 23 mph and 12 mph and average 17mph heading west up Teton Pass towing a pop-up using a V8.
......that day 33 years ago I told my wife when we retire I'm going to have a truck that can pull, tow anywhere in our country. Today i have a '15 diesel 6.7 Cummins one ton long base with exhaust brake towing a 29' total length bumper pull that weighs dry 7,200 to 9,200 max. I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again guys. People tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
I am glad this all works for you. Great to hear all the points of view when it comes to this subject.
@@Turtle3863 good luck on your channel......just remember...."People tend to Glorify what they have to Justify it in order to Minimize the Negatives" ..... this is important to remember here so one doesn't get over confident, hopefully nothing bad happens.
Safe travel's
I imagine your hitch weight is more than 500lbs with two batteries and propane tanks
Ideal and typical hitch weight is between 10-15% of the trailer weight.
Those are a Honda Odyssey with the back cut off and not a small truck by any stretch of the imagination. Those are SUVs. A truck has a frame underneath it. Apples and oranges my Friend.
They are actually based on the Pilot suv frame, very capable of doing truck things if you watch your weights and stay within the manufacturer recommendations.
Respectfully -- you need a bigger imagination.
Cheers
I have 2022 geo pro 19 fD pull it with 2005 jeep liberty wdh brake control and sway bars pulls like a dream if tranny light comes on good idea to do a service thats my 2 cents
I will never penalize myself in a towing rig ever again. Sometimes people tend to glorify what they have to justify things and minimize the negatives.
Just saying....and......good luck towing.
Around def agree and if you find yourself out west lake havasu Arizona drop a line and show you all