What to expect when I'm expecting ;-)
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Topic: What to expect when I'm expecting ;-)
Posted By: Robodad
Subject: What to expect when I'm expecting ;-)
Date Posted: 10 Feb 2017 at 7:06pm
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I'm exited to pick up my new 171 next weekend, there are some things I wanted to ask you guys who tow with a minivan. Did you need mirror extensions and did you find you need air bags for your rear suspension? We were towing a Scamp 13 which weighed 1200 lbs which was negligible as far as effecting my handling characteristics. I just want to know what I'm in for. Did anyone put airbags in the rear suspension etc.
Thanks in advance 
Rpod 171 Towed by 2008 Nissan Quest |
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Posted By: bigbearcraig
Date Posted: 10 Feb 2017 at 7:34pm
| A weight distributing hitch is much better than air bags. |
Posted By: StephenH
Date Posted: 10 Feb 2017 at 8:55pm
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Plus a WD hitch can also provide sway control. You will need mirror extensions or towing mirrors. In some states, they are required. Vermont is one of those states. I use a set of mirrors that strap onto the Frontier's mirrors for towing. We are using the https://smile.amazon.com/Prime-Products-30-0083-Ratchet-Mirror/dp/B002P4E4Z6 - Dual Head XLR Rachet Clip-On Mirror which we purchased from Camping World. I had tried one other set that just held on with rubber straps, but I was unhappy with those as they were not supposed to mar the paint on the mirror housing, but they did rub it. These are much better. ------------- StephenH Happy is the man that findeth wisdom,... http://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=7712 - ouR escaPOD mods Former RPod 179 Current Cherokee Grey Wolf 24 JS |
Posted By: Leo B
Date Posted: 11 Feb 2017 at 9:27am
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No on airbags for rear suspension and yes on the mirror extensions.
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