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85 messages, Last post on Nov 24, 2009 at 7:59 AM
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Replying to: bobw1 (Sep 08, 2007 3:32 pm) But verify that figure. My hitch weight is around 500 pounds. A little on the heavy side for 21 foot trailer I pull with my V8 4Runner. Make sure you have a good weight-distributing hitch.(Hensley, pull-rite, or equalizer, etc.) And make sure it is most of all set up correctly. |
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we have a 2003 4 runner 2wd v-8. 24 foot tt. question should i pull in overdrive? trailer is 3800 lbs with about 460 lbs at hitch. i understandwhen pulling hills to stay out of overdrive but what about flat out highway. thanks for any advice you may offer. jim
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Replying to: scruggs (Sep 12, 2007 6:40 am)
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| i need some info. about towing a 4x4 4runner with all 4 wheels on the ground.i have a motor home that i will tow the 4 runner with.can some one tell me if this can be done. | |
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Just returned from a short shakedown cruise. To recap, we have an '07 V8 2WD, Equalizer hitch, towing a 26 ft Jayfeather, loaded wt about 4800#. I had the dealer set up the hitch and install the Voyager brake controller. Well, it isn't the F150, but overall, it did well. It was a bit windy here in MN, and I found it pays to keep your hands on the wheel on the 2 lanes when trucks are passing, but I never felt unsafe. The VSC/TRAC lights came on (see above) but went out as soon as we turned off the truck. Plenty of passing power, and the torque range is very good,with a minimum of shifting. I think this thing will pull all day long at 55-60, but the wind resistance will start to drag if you think you are going to tow at 70. As noted elsewhere, have a good hitch and get someone experienced to set it up properly. The Voyager brake controller works much better than the old one we had on the pickup, so I never felt the trailer was pushing the 4R even on the off ramps. This was a short trip, but first impression is good. I hope everyone will keep posting their experience here. Peace, Dennis
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Replying to: dennismn (Sep 12, 2007 7:01 pm) Happy trails! |
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Where do you have your brake controller mounted? The RV dealer put mine under the dash where my right shin rubs against it. Any other ideas? Peace, Dennis
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Replying to: dennismn (Sep 15, 2007 7:54 am) So the controller can be moved a few inches either way, but that's really the only area for it. I really can't figure out why arragements are not made to mount it closer to arms reach, after all if you get severe sway, you need to be able to reach the lever on the brake controller to correct it. Have him move it a few inches away from your knee if it bothers you. Or, you can do it your self assuming there is enough loose wire. Good luck!
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Replying to: chuck1 (Sep 15, 2007 9:49 am) I just bought a 4Runner (V6) and need to hall a 10ft flatbed trailer in a parade. I checked the reciever and but the ball on but I didnt see the wire connector for the trailer. Do I need to have it wired? Am I missing something? I have never towed anything and honestly didnt buy this vehicle to do so but I got wrangled in... Thanks for the help!
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Replying to: demagogue (Sep 19, 2007 6:02 am) Good towing! DQ
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