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LR3 towing w/Weight Distribution System
dealer says its class III, but I'm not sure I buy that. I exceed 550 on my tongue weight. I have 25' travel trailer, I think its 5000 lbs. Dry tongue weight is 550, and I am very very careful about what I put in the front storage area and carry nothing but the kids in the middle row of the... -
LR3 towing w/Weight Distribution System
there does seem to be some confusion on the true hitch weight. I agree with schafari - there is much more than tongue weight to figure in. However, it is not clear whether its 550# or 770#. I've seen instances of both stamped onto the funny little LR hitch. Further, and I've posted this... -
Offroad First Timer
would love to blame it on tires (or tyres), but I think it was a rookie mistake. I got cold feet halfway through and let up on the throttle. Once I did that, I lost all momentum and tires lost traction. When the guy with the Jeep pulled me out, I could see a perfect impression of the... -
Offroad First Timer
Hey all - relatively new to the forum, and definitely new to offroading. Took our first trip last weekend. Went to Badlands Offroad park in Attica, IL (we're from Chicago area - anyone else out here near us?) and had a blast. Wandered aimlessly through sand dunes, mud, and hills - next time... -
Another towing and hitch question?
I had posted earlier about exceeding the 550 pound tongue weight. I'm not sure its a huge concern. My main thinking is that with a towing capacity of 7700 pounds, 550 is too light on the hitch. The trailer needs 10-15% weight on the hitch in order to tow well. Anyway, I just towed my... -
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Towing - Hitch Weight
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Towing - Hitch Weight
Question about towing capaicty - I know that the LR3 can handle 7700 lbs total trailer weight, and I've seen several posts with examples of folks towing 6500-7000 lbs, but what about hitch weight? The vehicle is rated at 550 lbs hitch weight. Does the 6500 lb boat or 7000 lb car hauler exceed...
