Towing of camper trailer
Submitted: Monday, Apr 09, 2007 at 22:06
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I own a 2006 GU Patrol 3ltr turbo diesel manual. I recently brought a 2006 goldstream camper trailer and I have a question in regards to the set up of my vehicle when towing. The weight of the trailer is approx 1100kg, and the patrol is the norm towing capacity of the car. I find that it makes the front end of the car lighter in the steering as this is shown by looking at the angle of the car. Am I better of upgrading my
suspension or possibly fitting a set of poly air bags to the rear. Also I find that it tows reasonably
well (done about 300kms) but after some advice on whether fitting sway bars to the trailer would be of a benefit to me. Do plan to add extra components to patrol in future so weight of car will increase.
Reply By: Member - Bucky (VIC) - Tuesday, Apr 10, 2007 at 05:53
Tuesday, Apr 10, 2007 at 05:53
10 % loaded camper weight, on the towbar.
I use my bathroom scales ,, its easy to pick up
Like you I have a camper trailer, and its just a matter of adjusting /shifting a few things in the storage area of the camper, ( and that includes your spare, and fridge ) till you can basically pick it up at the coupling.
Cheers Mate
Bucky
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