Towing 2020 R-pod 195 - Event Date: 21 Jul 2020 - 30 Jul 2020

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   Thanks MJIrpod and off grid. I'm still looking and have set the criteria to a higher tow rating. This is my daily vehicle as well as the tow vehicle, comfort of the ride is also  something we are looking for, we have become very accustomed to the creature comforts of the Acadia SLT, my husband just turned 80 and I am a bit younger. We like comfort and to visit beautiful places in America that don't offer lodging or large crowds. In this time of a pandemic the camping travel option is the best and safest as we see it.

Thanks again still hunting for the best TV that we can afford, hope to find it soon this trip is right around the bend. 😅🤑

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Gail Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 21 Jul 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Calendar Event: Towing 2020 R-pod 195 Posted: 22 Jul 2020 at 11:12am
	Thanks MJIrpod and off grid. I'm still looking and have set the criteria to a higher tow rating. This is my daily vehicle as well as the tow vehicle, comfort of the ride is also something we are looking for, we have become very accustomed to the creature comforts of the Acadia SLT, my husband just turned 80 and I am a bit younger. We like comfort and to visit beautiful places in America that don't offer lodging or large crowds. In this time of a pandemic the camping travel option is the best and safest as we see it. Thanks again still hunting for the best TV that we can afford, hope to find it soon this trip is right around the bend. 😅🤑

Gail Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 21 Jul 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 12:31pm
	Thanks for your recommendation and experience on tow vehicle selection for the R-pod 195. Yesterday I sold the Acadia SLT and bought A Chevy Colorado 2018 V6 3.6L engine with factory two package with only 34000 miles and still some factory warranty left. It is fated for 7000lb tow capacity. We have a weight distribution/sway hitch from the trailer sales place. I think we are good to go. Just wondering if we need a break controller added to this vehicle, the trailer sales place had us add one to the Acadia. The R-pod 195 is equipped with brakes and the truck we bought has lots of break lift. Any advice?

mcarter Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 07 Apr 2016 Location: Greenbrier, TN Online Status: Offline Posts: 3419	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 12:46pm
	You do need a brake controller, I have a 2016 Colorado with a 3.6, and it did not come with an integrated controller, I had to add. It is very simple, you need a jumper wire from fuse box to controller and a controller, etrailer.com sells both. I recommend a Tekonsha P3.
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mjlrpod Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 27 Sep 2016 Location: Massachusetts Online Status: Offline Posts: 1214	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 3:04pm
	+1 on the Tekensha P3, It's a good unit that is easy to set up. It's actually illegal to tow without a brake controller. Great decision to get the new tow vehicle. You should not have any trouble now.
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StephenH Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 29 Nov 2015 Location: Wake Forest, NC Online Status: Offline Posts: 6288	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 3:50pm
	I like the Hopkins InSIGHT FlexMount controller. It puts the display in the visual field and the manual control can be put where it is easy to reach. The main unit is under the dash on the firewall out of the way. It is just as easy to install and works well for us. I've used it on a Ford Escape and now a Nissan Frontier.
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Gail Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 21 Jul 2020 Online Status: Offline Posts: 9	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 4:25pm
	Ok next project break controller! Then we can load up the frig, pantry, make the bed,pack our bags and hit the road for the next big adventure cross country and back. Thanks for all the insight and advice. Almost ready 👍🤔

offgrid Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 23 Jul 2018 Online Status: Offline Posts: 5290	Posted: 24 Jul 2020 at 7:22pm
	Congrats on your new tow vehicle, I think it will serve you well. As a 3rd suggestion for a brake controller, I have a Tekonsha P2. Does everything I need it to do and a bit less expensive. Be sure to take your time and set up the brakes properly as per the controller directions, whatever you get. Have fun!
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