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Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-28-2017, 08:24 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Absolutely. No one in this thread has...

Absolutely. No one in this thread has recommended illegal towing methods for recreational Airstreamers.
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-27-2017, 09:52 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
We feel very safe as well, our towing combination...

We feel very safe as well, our towing combination has all the power we ever need, is absolutely stable in all conditions, and the engine, truck and trailer brakes stop it easily.

We don't try to...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-26-2017, 09:06 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Setting up a good weight distribution system is...

Setting up a good weight distribution system is an important part of a good towing combination. Buying our first Airstream some years ago, our dealership could not get it anywhere near right, so we...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 09:41 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Rod, it's really not about breaking any rules. ...

Rod, it's really not about breaking any rules. What it is about is understanding how the truck's ratings apply to the job you are doing.

When hauling a load or towing a heavy trailer and no...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 07:39 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Now for the numbers that matter. What's your...

Now for the numbers that matter. What's your axle ratings (GAWR) for each axle, and what is the load on each in this photo?
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 02:09 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Al, this post is interesting to me because the...

Al, this post is interesting to me because the axle ratings on your F150 are very close to the axle ratings on our Ram 1500. After we apply tension on our w.d. system, our truck axle loads are very...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 12:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Yes, TOWING WITH CONFIDENCE, that's what we enjoy...

Yes, TOWING WITH CONFIDENCE, that's what we enjoy as well.

We chose our truck as a near perfect match for us and our Airstream. Great ride and handling, easy to drive when towing and parking...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 09:25 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
You are golden, nonetheless there is a set on...

You are golden, nonetheless there is a set on internet forums that insists on scaring the heck out of people over a single rating, payload/GVWR, that has little meaning when you set up your weight...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-25-2017, 08:32 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,554
Posted By dkottum
Understand this basic difference and it may be...

Understand this basic difference and it may be quite clear to you why many (probably most) people tow over payload/GVWR with absolutely no problems.

When hauling a load or towing a trailer...
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