Disclaimer: Links on this page pointing to Amazon, eBay and other sites may include affiliate code. If you click them and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission.
2018That's the hitch rating. NOT the vehicle rating.
Trailer Life puts out a guide that's often referred to as the Bible for towing. What year do you have?
Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk
Nooooo. Going to rent a travel trailer and take the family on vacation.Here you go..
http://webcontent.goodsam.com/trailerlife.com/digital_editions/TrailerLifeTowGuide2017.pdf
You bought a trailer to use it once a year (if that)?
Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk
This great info!!! Really appreciate it. I saw this in the manual as well. Have you had any experience with this system? I’m curious on if it does what it says.Aah..
Then in that case a couple of additional tips.
Don't rely on someone else to set up your hitch properly. Each vehicle/trailer combination will be unique. Best thing you can to is completely disassemble the hitch and pull out the hitch manual each time and start from the beginning with your hitch, trailer, and vehicle measurements. The E2 is a great hitch. However, if it's not setup properly you'll hate it. I've seen multiple set up by dealers that were not set up correctly. If it were me I'd do it myself to ensure its done right.
When towing and the trailer starts to sway: DO NOT HIT THE VEHICLE BRAKES! Remove your foot from the go pedal and lightly and gradually apply the trailer brakes using the lever. Depending on how severe the sway is, you may need to exert more force but go light.. it doesn't take much.
I went through two sets of brand new air ride shocks in the year I used the Esky to pull the camper. Hitch setup is critical to avoiding this. Shocks are considered a wear item and from the stealership they're about $500 each + labor. You can save a lot of money if you need to replace one by DIY. It is not a difficult thing to do. The same shocks are available on Amazon for half the price of the dealer.
I have not looked at the newer generation dash, but in my Esky, it's full of warning lights and needle guages with no reference numbers. Buy yourself an OBD 2 reader and download the Torque Pro app for your phone. With that, you can easily monitor your real-time vehicle info like engine temp, tranny temp, etc.
Towing a 30' sail is not the same as pulling a 19' cargo trailer or boat. Keep the speed down until you completely understand what it's like to tow something this big. Gas mileage will be cut in less than half of normal. You can absolutely plan on that. Coming back from Sarasota a few years ago, I was stopping every two hours to fill up. I would limit yourself to 55-60 until you get the hang of it. Even with my Dually now I hardly ever exceed 70 while towing. Maybe just a short burst to pass someone. RV tires are notorious for blowouts and most are not rated for anything over 65 anyway.
I'll think of more. I hope this is helpful.
Sent from my Pixel 3 XL using Tapatalk
If you were hauling a small cargo trailer I'd say yes, it may help. However, to stop sway on a large camper in my book, vehicle brakes should never be applied.This great info!!! Really appreciate it. I saw this in the manual as well. Have you had any experience with this system? I’m curious on if it does what it says.
Trailer Sway Control (TSC)
Vehicles with StabiliTrak have a Trailer Sway Control (TSC) feature. Trailer sway is unintended side-to-side motion of a trailer while being towed. If the vehicle is towing a trailer and the TSC detects that sway is increasing, the vehicle brakes are selectively applied at each wheel, to help reduce excessive trailer sway. If the vehicle is equipped with the Integrated Trailer Brake Control (ITBC) system, and the trailer has the electric actuated brake system, StabiliTrak may also apply the trailer brakes.
If TSC is enabled, the Traction Control System (TCS)/StabiliTrak warning light will flash on the instrument cluster. Vehicle speed must be reduced. If trailer sway continues, StabiliTrak can reduce engine torque to help slow the vehicle. See Traction Control/Electronic Stability Control .
Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk