Journey with Confidence RV GPS App RV Trip Planner RV LIFE Campground Reviews RV Maintenance Take a Speed Test Free 7 Day Trial ×
 
 

Go Back   Hi-Lo camper travel trailer forum > Search Forums
Reload this Page Search Results
Click Here to Login
Register FAQ Community Calendar Today's Posts Log in


Showing results 1 to 7 of 7
Search took 0.01 seconds. Search: Posts Made By: Hersbird
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 07-18-2016, 01:16 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
Every automotive magazine on the planet tests...

Every automotive magazine on the planet tests things like stopping distances and emergency handling. Seldom do they put a 1500 back to back with a 2500 or 3500 but when they do (Motortrend comes to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-10-2016, 07:07 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
Besides just wheelbase, the distance from the...

Besides just wheelbase, the distance from the rear axle to the hitch ball is important in sway. The shorter distance there the better, zero distance being the best as in a 5th wheel. Sometimes the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-08-2016, 10:51 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
It's a 5.7 and rated for 8750 pounds with the...

It's a 5.7 and rated for 8750 pounds with the 3.92 rear and trailer tow package. It has a factory electronic trailer anti sway built in to the stability control but I have never had it kick in...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-08-2016, 11:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
Don't try and turn this into a presidential hand...

Don't try and turn this into a presidential hand size argument. If you did read my posts you see I used to drive a 2004 GMC crew cab long bed 4x4 with a Duramax. As far as I can tell I'm the only one...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-07-2016, 04:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
There are plenty of road tests out there by...

There are plenty of road tests out there by professional drivers that show things like stopping distances and emergency handling of all vehicles. Even the best 2500 series trucks are worse thend the...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-07-2016, 11:22 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
A 1500 pickup hasn't been referred to a 1/2 ton...

A 1500 pickup hasn't been referred to a 1/2 ton for probably 30 years. A new F150 has at least a 1650 pound payload rating and can be as high as 2300 pounds. Heck, my minvan has a 3/4 ton payload...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Tow Vehicles 03-06-2016, 10:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 12,496
Posted By Hersbird
I would disagree a 2500 is necessary for a 5000#...

I would disagree a 2500 is necessary for a 5000# trailer. A modern 1500 pickup is more then enough. A modern mid size like a Tacoma or a Canyon would be fine as well. You can always argue a 2500...
Showing results 1 to 7 of 7

 
Forum Jump
Disclaimer:

This website is not affiliated with or endorsed by Hi-Lo Trailers Worldwide or any of its affiliates. This is an independent, unofficial site.


All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:58 AM.

Contact Us - Hi-Lo camper travel trailer forum - RVLife - Community Rules - Terms of Service - Privacy - Accessibility - Top

Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.8 Beta 4
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions, Inc.
HiLoTrailerForum.com Copyright 2010
×