[VAC] Re: [Fwd: Help I need some info]

[RJ & Krista <radiodial@xxxxxxxx>]

Reply to:   RE: [VAC] Help I need some info
We have towed our 17' Caravel all over the western US now with a '96 1/2 
ton 6cyl Ford SWB pickup.
Here's my thoughts:
 
• 17'/18' is about the max length for the 6 cyl in terms of power.
 
• If it had a V8, I feel the limit would be a 19' Globetrotter limited 
by the truck weight & wheelbase. A half-ton Suburban is longer and a 
little heavier, so as long as the total weight of the Burb & trailer 
doesn't exceed the GVWR, it should be able to handle a 22'-23' 
Safari/Flying Cloud/Caravanner and smaller. All should fall below the 
5000' max trailer weight and hitch weight of the Burb Lite if packed 
"normally".
 
• With a 19' & above I would get a loadleveling hitch, and add sway 
limiting on a 21' & larger.
 
As usual, there are many variables that can't be covered in a short 
response like this. Take it all in and make your decision based on 
common sense and your towing comfort level.
 
Best of luck,
RJ