Towing opinions needed
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RE: Towing opinions needed - 5/6/2008 8:18:13 AM
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SarGuy33
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Mike
I tow a 19' trailer that weighs 3600 lbs. I put very little inside and usually tow it with empty water tanks. Even though the rating is 4500 lbs, its best to stay as far under that limit as possible. I would not go any higher than the 3600+ that I tow.
That said, the H3 does a good job of towing. It is basically a brick towing an even larger brick, but I think it handles fine. I always drive in 3rd gear and just take it easy going up grades. I get 9 - 10 mpg while towing. For reference, I get 14 - 15 normally.
Electric brakes are a must and if you have the towing package, installation of the controller is easy. Invest in a good sway control hitch. You will need mirror extensions also if your trailer is full-sized.
Again be careful with the weight. If you can live without some stuff, don't bring it. It is "camping" afterall.
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RE: Towing opinions needed - 5/6/2008 10:33:09 AM
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I normally throw everything I need to camp in the back of the Hummer...you must be hauling a ton of stuff
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RE: Towing opinions needed - 5/6/2008 4:49:12 PM
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SarGuy33
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Another thought on the subject..
I've learned that you must go by the weight listed on your particular trailer. There is a sticker somewhere, usually inside a cabinet, that has your actual weight listed. Weights shown on a brochure or website will not include the options you may have. That is, awnings, batteries, air conditioning and so on. Those options can add up to a lot of weight. I even heard of folks taking their trailer to a public scale just to be sure. Also, where the weight is distributed can affect safety / performance. Too far back will actually lift the rear of your truck a little. Too far forward will overload the hitch.
Did I mention that weight is important?
Good luck with your trailer
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RE: Towing opinions needed - 5/6/2008 5:24:25 PM
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HumminNBoatin
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I would be wear of towing a 19ft. Camper with an H3. I would no Doubt agree with SarGuy 33 on his theory of the weight. Keep in mind this will be hard on your Transmission as well. I would make sure you get a weight distribution hitch and load all possible gear in the trailer as opposed the the truck. You will be amased how fast your payload capacity can be used up with people weight, gas and tounge weight. Looks like the Maximum Payload of the H3 is 1150lbs. So lets say your 3 people 450lbs total. That only leaves you with 700lbs remaining. Find out what the Tounge weight of the trialer is. I would bet your pushing your limits especially if you are towing in hilly terrain.
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