I have a like new 1st Gen. Tundra with tow package. It's rated at 7,300 Lbs, I wouldn't feel right with anything over 6,000 Lbs. I feel perfect would be 5,500 Lbs
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Respect
@richardkoch87524 ай бұрын
I'm a former old school OTR & LTL driver with over 2 Mil. miles in trucks. I learned OTJ how important weight management is (the truck, not mine) LOL@@JoshtheRVNerd
@commonsense24693 ай бұрын
We tow a trailer that has a GVWR of 5500lbs with a 2019 GMC Canyon and it tows find but I agree that I would feel uncomfortable with anything larger.
@gregd43913 ай бұрын
I love most of your content, but this video does not deserve a thumbs up. IT DESERVES TWO THUMBS UP? 👍 👍
@stevez3404 ай бұрын
It was beyond awesome to see “some” small RVs with a ladder💥solar💥Goodyear tires💥a true queen bed💥theater seating💥a TV💥a fireplace💥an oven💥a porcelain toilet💥a shower door💥a Maxxair vent fan💥and no uncomfortable “1950’s diner” booth dinette👍👍👍
@CF5424 ай бұрын
These multi-model videos are great! I'm helping a family member look for a trailer who has a mid-size pickup so I send them a lot of these videos.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing!
@JandAReview14 ай бұрын
Great information Josh! The first question a dealership needs to ask is “what is your tow vehicle”. Thank you Josh!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Absolutely needs to be one of the first things you ask
@donnamaguire92804 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd ours did. That impressed me right away.
@applejacks9714 ай бұрын
I really enjoys this 'collection series' of video's! Realizing there's only so many rv's that can be included, an 'honorable mention' list would definitely have to include the WW/Salem 171RBXL and 167RBK models. Great vid, thanks so much for putting it together for us, very helpful and informative :)
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Those re solid entries for sure. I do like that 171
@MichaelGalletly4 ай бұрын
This is a great video because it tells us the maximum weight of the camper (and what can tow it). What would be GREAT would be if the Bish's (and other vendors') websites had the GVWR as a searchable value. They're all searchable ranges of the empty weights. And while that's not horrible, in itself, it would just make it easier to start from the hard restriction in the first place.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Real talk: we - the Bish’s team - don’t like our website. We need to build our own
@MichaelGalletly4 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd I have a used copy of "Website Design for Dummies" if you want to borrow it.
@rvail1364 ай бұрын
Wish the Ember's cargo door was big enough to take a Kawasaki klr 650....hint hints, ember!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
👍🏻
@EmberRecreationalVehicles4 ай бұрын
We’re listening! I wonder if you could tell us the EXACT dimensions you’re looking for…? 🔥
@rvail1364 ай бұрын
@@EmberRecreationalVehicles 40 inch wide and minimum 60in tall. Those are minimum for safety. However 48in x 68in would be best. There are several trailers that meet this but they are all so heavy they require an f250 sized vehicle. That puts them out of range for most of us who have already bought f150 sized trucks.
@thomaswinslow15424 ай бұрын
If your a Nissan Frontier owner you need to read your manual. I wouldn't touch any of those. What will get you is the max frontal tow area. My 2018 Nissan Frontier SV crew cab while it came with the tow package is limited by the max frontal tow area, and they all are in 2018, to 30 square feet which is just a bit over a larger pop up camper. It works for my family but will it work for what you want? Get the biggest truck you can afford then go camper shopping after reading your manual and making sure you understand it. Don't take anyone else's word for it. Not saying any of these dealers intend to put you in a bad situation but they see how many different tow vehicles and different campers every day. They can't know every detail. Make sure you know what vehicle your buying as well as different options and different trim levels can all impact what your vehicle is rated for. If I had to do it again I probably would have looked at a larger truck. That being said a pop up camper actually suits us just fine and no problem. If we go to upgrade though the tow vehicle will need to be upgraded as well. The reason to get more truck than you need is because you may want to upgrade campers down the road so buy a bigger truck than what you need. Check the door sticker before you buy and check the manual to see what will cause your tow rating to drop. I spent a ton of time researching and reading the manual. I even called Nissan to get an idea of what it all meant. The manual is clear as mud and you will spend a ton of time researching to understand the terms.
@resurrectionsunday41644 ай бұрын
Good to know! Thanks. I’ve never towed anything so this is valuable advice 🙂
@FalinzinАй бұрын
I've spoken to Nissan, the information in the owners manual is incorrect (at least for my 2022) and it should be 55 sq feet instead, compliant with the SAE J2807 standard that requires a minimum of 40 sq feet.
@thomaswinslow1542Ай бұрын
@@Falinzin do you have a contact number that you used so I could talk to them about my 2018 as that would be great if it was printed incorrectly in the manual. We tried calling and the customer service rep had no idea. Thanks for the information.
@klenzgaming4 ай бұрын
Colorado is up to 7700, not 6500.
@danryan1ryan1424 ай бұрын
Love this camper paired with my gmc canyon, just bought one year to early, haha
@rogereide4 ай бұрын
I just love these comparison videos. Great job as always!! Thank you.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Glad you like them!
@juliac4064 ай бұрын
Thanks for this. I really needed this a couple of years ago. However, due to your teaching, I am limiting GVWR to 4000lbs since I have both mountains & wind to limit the capacity
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
It’s a smart idea
@714metaldetecting4 ай бұрын
03 Suburban and wanting to get the Delta 292Rl. Not going far. Staying Local within 40 Mile radius. Any comments about towing with this just from point A to point B
@applejacks9714 ай бұрын
I have a 2004 1/2 ton 'Burb. Advertised hitch weight is 750 with a weight distribution hitch. The 2024 292RL is showing a 800lb hitch weight, then add 100lb for the wdt, 100lbs for 2 propane tanks, 100lbs for 2 batteries, you're over 1k lbs hitch weight, and that's before loading ANYTHING in the rig :( On the 'comparison spreadsheet' I made, I have it add 265lbs to the campers advertised hitch weight. I figured 2 20 LP tanks (80lbs), 2 200ah batteries (100lbs) and the WDH at 85lbs.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Pretty sure you’re going to be in the red on payload before you even load cargo
@joshuagonzales2104 ай бұрын
This really helps narrow down whats perfect for my 18 Canyon Long Bed with max tow package. Thanks!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@LightOfReason74 ай бұрын
This is a wonderful and Highly informative video. Anyone looking for a camper should bookmark / save this video! I was actually surprised that my old Grand Caravan had more towing capacity than most Grand Cherokee Jeeps
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Glad you liked it :) TY for watching
@rvail1364 ай бұрын
Can you do this with toy haulers?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I think the idea makes sense but I’m not sure I see enough haulers lately
@adventureswithgnomie65534 ай бұрын
On the behalf of Sasquatch (my 4Runner) thank you for this list. Josh you can tow a Sylvan Sport Go easily.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
👍🏻
@MrBillSabre2 ай бұрын
That Imagine's Murphy bed couch is about the nicest one of those I've seen. Usually they are very blah or kinda cheap looking.
@karlcoger59824 ай бұрын
Thank you Josh, these are my favorites class of campers. Well I have moved up from a nissan frontier to a tahoe with the tow package. I still prefer these lighter models with tandem axles.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Smaller is just simpler for me
@jokermtb4 ай бұрын
we tow our Retro 177se with a Dodge Durango hemi (the baby smallest hemi motor), and I can hardly tell it's back there....sure, it only weighs 3500 lbs, but going up hills is a breeze
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
That sounds like a good pairing
@surgepro322able4 ай бұрын
I have a 2016 Tacoma and tow my Wolfpup on short trips to local nice campgrounds only. I figure camping is camping at any nice campground. No need to push it!
@JoshtheRVNerd3 ай бұрын
Sounds great!
@msheron2 ай бұрын
What can you tow with a Maverick truck? At best a few jet skis! I actually like the little Mav pickups........that said, it is what it is!
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
Mine treats me well!
@melissaweyrick53114 ай бұрын
I will end up with something with too much power. Not a fan of going 20mph up hills in Colorado.
@johnschmalbach82434 ай бұрын
I think you would be surprised at how well midsize trucks do. Towing an approximately 5000lbs trailer I drove from one side of the state of Pennsylvania to the other for the eclipse. I started at 207' above sea level and read the "2250' highest point east of the Mississippi" sign and had steep climbs through the Appalachians on other roads along the route. I never had an issue keeping up with traffic. The only issue I have with the set up is the size of the gas tank. Getting 11 miles to the gallon, with an 18 gallon gas tank, means you have to refuel more. I would be stopping anyway to break the dogs, and let the family stretch their legs, but gas prices along highways can be a tad inflated due to supply and demand. I have also seen TFL trucks do a long Colorado climb, over the highest peak I believe, with a Ranger, maxed out, doing 60 mph, here in KZbin. I honestly think people underestimate the towing power midsized trucks have these days.
@TheAutobotTrainer4 ай бұрын
Say it with me: CHEVY COLORADO 😉🤣
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
You: Say Chevy Me: Chevy You Say Colorado Me: Colorado You: Now, say "Chevy Colorado" Me: *FORD RANGER!!*
@TheAutobotTrainer4 ай бұрын
LOL - nailed it.
@deanfranz4 ай бұрын
More RV trailers should go for the Ember 190MSL bunk that converts to a desk office. I bet a few working couples would definitely go for it!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Yessss
@EmberRecreationalVehicles4 ай бұрын
They should try! But get their own patent-pending design to do so!
@pnwsports741814 күн бұрын
Recently discovered and really enjoying your videos. I'm considering buying a Maverick w/ 4k tow package, and the Winnebago Hike 100 H1316SB has caught my eye. Seems like the towing number are pretty close. In your opinion is this combo safe/legal? Thanks again for the videos and feedback if you have time.
@JoshtheRVNerd13 күн бұрын
I don’t recommend the pairing. The GVWR of the hike exceeds a might Mav’s max rating
@pnwsports741813 күн бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd Fair point. Thanks.
@anthonycervassi14004 ай бұрын
hahahahahahaha the missile
@EmberRecreationalVehicles4 ай бұрын
That’s what they call it! 🚀
@TomsTechHouse4 ай бұрын
Thank you, thank you, thank you uncle Josh .Exactly what i have been looking for, dual axle RV to tow with a 2024 Ford Freaking Ranger. I know you included single axle, but my personal wants include dual axle, under 6500 lbs and les then 23 feet so I am not towing a sail down the road. The imagine 17mke and Fredom Express 192RBS looks like good fits for me, though the latter's bath looks a bit small. By the way, is the 17mke really just a bit more then21 feet long? always worry about length manufacturers quote.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I only know the specs they offer. Our local teams and can measure
@jeff24243 ай бұрын
I've been towing my 2024 Freedom Express 192RBS with my 2019 Ford Ranger and it's a good combination. Up and down mountains with no complaints. It's just me and my dog with a few clothes, so the weight is probably just over 5,000 pounds.
@cdbnum14 ай бұрын
I tow a Winnebago Micro Minnie 2100bh with a Dodge Durango Hellcat 8700 tow capacity 1590 payload does great! Camper is only 7ft wide so it works with the Durango’s mirrors.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
That’s awesome!! Thank you for sharing
@fjbz984 ай бұрын
Hi Josh, could you do a similar for SUV´s like a Yukon and such, thank you
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I’ll see what I can do
@resurrectionsunday41644 ай бұрын
Very good information and thank you for giving us honest information on the bathroom comfort for larger persons like me 😊
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
My pleasure 😊
@bryana19424 ай бұрын
So you traded in the Soul for the Maverick? I had a Soul, and liked it. I would seriously consider the Maverick, if I were to buy a new vehicle. I don't need a giant, half ton, pickup or anything. I think the Maverick is a cool yet functional "truck". 😎
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
No. Didn’t trade it Sold it I sold my soul
@bryana19424 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd 🤣 Good one!
@Patricksmancave4 ай бұрын
Love these list videos! Love all the rvs you showed! Have a great day josh!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Thanks! You too!
@GrillMarksBud-S-n-P4 ай бұрын
Do you not camp anymore Josh?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Man not at all how I’d like
@GrillMarksBud-S-n-P4 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd sorry
@EmberRecreationalVehicles4 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerdwe can loan you one!
@PhillProbstАй бұрын
7500 max? My 2013 NISSAN Frontier "Desert Runner" has a tow package. Tows 6500 lb, 650 lb hitch limit. I generally look for Trailer GVW's < 5000 Ib. I also avoid slide-outs. So ... bottom line ... none of your examples pass muster.
@sandrahartje99744 ай бұрын
Thanks Josh I put this in my save file because I'm really interested in Towing behind my Jeep Liberty Sport
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Glad I could help
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I think those top at 5k if I recall correctly
@chrisb44574 ай бұрын
You should have used the Gross Combined Vehicle Weight Rating (GCVW). This is the biggest limiter. A 6,500 pound GVWR truck probably can only tow about 5,000 MAX.
@EmberRecreationalVehicles4 ай бұрын
Thanks for putting us on the list! 🔥🔥🔥
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@billzkustomz4 ай бұрын
Maverick is useless for towing
@kieransteele72234 ай бұрын
4K lbs. it’s definitely not meant for towing but you could do a small tent trailer or utility trailer.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
As a maverick owner I don’t think I’d tow much with it
@marcussmith4913Ай бұрын
want one but cannot justify how cheaply made they are. Yet they still cost 30k. Inflation or Covid shortage excuses for driving up production costs. It just does not add up or fit into a budget at the current prices and build quality.
@ipfreely71944 ай бұрын
Would love to see an updated video version of the latest hybrid models available.
@planetim4 ай бұрын
Last I bought a 2023 Chevy Colorado last year. Had a Rockwood MinniLite 2205S. Didn't like the way it towed. Too much trailer for the truck even thought the truck tow capacity was more than adequate. Traded the Rockwood in for Winnebago Micro Minnie. About 1000 lb lighter and a foot narrower. Towing is much much better and gas mileage 25% to 30% better.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Wow nice. Ty for this info
@vagandoeverywhereportodosl37804 ай бұрын
I would try towing with them first before even suggesting them. This video and the SUV one a few weeks ago, imo, are setting people up for failure. Especially new RVers.
@Hemifan42664 ай бұрын
Josh, You completely overlooked the GEO/E-Pro models. All light weight, all well accoutremented. Their 15 foot units are great. The 14 foot Imagine is another great trailer. I would be hard pressed to tow anything over 4k lbs in any ofther vehicles you listed. Just because they list 7000 lbs doesnt mean they will confidently tow them. But, you know that, this is just my 2 cents. Sometimes, a smaller tow vehicle requires some safety compromises. And you are right about the Maverick, Maybe an old pop-up at best.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I gave them their day in the sun here kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ2pe6uLh8RskJI That was a similar video focused on stuff 5,000lbs or less
@craigwilliams10734 ай бұрын
Outstanding Josh! I look at the tandem 12k maximum units.
@josephlagas27192 ай бұрын
Apex Nano 208BHS gang checking in. Been super happy with ours. Pulls great behind my F150, checks almost all my family's boxes (2 kiddos + dog).
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
Woo! Ty
@waynerhea66494 ай бұрын
The maverick and Santa cruze are considered to be acually smaller then mid size trucks hence the lower towing capacities. Shockingly they both have relatively high cargo carrying capacities for their relative size 1500-1700 pounds.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
They haul a lot of groceries lol
@kieransteele72234 ай бұрын
Thoughts on a similar list for tent trailers/hybrids and/or toy haulers? I have a half ton but towing something with a max GVWR of 7500 lbs is so much more comfortable. Especially with an off road package pickup.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Ty for the idea!!
@GizamalukeixАй бұрын
All RV salesmen need to watch your videos and learn something. You're honest and no bs attitude is very respectable. You point out the flaws of any RV and don't fake it and I like that. I'd rather travel 1,000 miles to buy from you vs other dealers. RESPECT, and keep up the vids man
@JoshtheRVNerdАй бұрын
wow TY so much. I sure try!
@ssong29334 ай бұрын
i have the 2022 tahoe z71, max towing 7700lbs. did bunch of research and landed on jayco 264bhw. other candidates were apex 208bh and nobo 20.3. reason i went for jayco 264bhw is no slide, slide are really nice to have but im just really scared about maintaining the slides as there are other 1000 things we have to maintain as rv owners haha. but great choices!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Ty! And ty for sharing that line of thought to the Jayco
@frankbelaska72714 ай бұрын
really enjoyed this type of analysis. Only comment (and its just me), I would like to see more no slide campers, For us, the next camper (if we decide to move up) is still leaning towards the Geo Pro 19FB (no slide). I believe 4500 lbs max so well within our next vehicle which we want 6000lb towing so we can venture outside flatland of FL. Each year more options and improvements. Again your type of reviews are invaluable to us out here that can barely spell R V :) be safe thanks again
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Awesome. Love the constructive feedback! Ty
@texillini14 ай бұрын
Professor 🧑🏫 Josh, The RV Nerd 🤓, 1) I like this comparison video idea, keep going with it. 👍👍 2) I had to take a second and third look at the bathroom on the Freedom Express. At first I thought terrible position for the toilet 🚽 (6:30 mark). Why couldn’t they just turn it to the right more, then on the second look I had seen this was the best they do or it would be right up against the wall. Upon the third look I had come up with an idea for extra room. Seems that the curved shower door is in the way of your legs. What would you think if they just eliminated the shower surround altogether and just go with a shower curtain. Yes readers and fellow classmates, I know that it would “cheapen” it, but isn’t it already entry level camper? 3) On the Ember I had noticed the built in tire chalks. Impressive. 4) Another job well done Josh. 37) Will you lend me the money to purchase the entire Bish’s RV company so that I can give you a 20% raise? 😂
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
lol that last one got me
@chipsutcliffe71104 ай бұрын
The new Lexus GX will tow 9000 lbs! Technically not a truck but is body on frame construction.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
👍🏻
@seahorsevista22544 ай бұрын
The surveyor is very nice layout for small camper. But with only a 697 cc that would be really easy to overload both the camper and a midsize truck.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Absolutely true
@wmschooley12344 ай бұрын
Josh: Really nice to see that you included the Jay Flight 210QB in this collection. Respectfully, W.S.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
It absolutely earned that spot
@edgarbrooks769526 күн бұрын
i'm kinda surprised you dont fix the audio issue with your vids tbh
@DebbieSchleider734 ай бұрын
Love this video! We need more of these for midsize trucks.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I'll try to get what I can where I can!
@bigj2000164 ай бұрын
I kind of wish you would have included one or two toy haulers on the list as well. I ended up buying one that was slightly over the tow rating in GVWR for my truck, knowing that I’d never actually be heavier than the tow rating or GCVWR. Salem FSX280. But then a few months later a neighbor was selling a old F250 that I ended up buying to pull the RV with in addition to taking some miles off the 19 Ranger. My dad also drives a Maverick. The biggest problem with it is it really isn’t a truck. It’s way more similar to an old Ranchero or El Camino, ie truck body on a car chassis. It’s unibody and not body on frame. That greatly limits what can be towed by one.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
About the only one I considered was the 18rjb wolf pup for weight reasons Is there another I should be looking at?
@jkyle014 ай бұрын
Love that Surveyor. Would be perfect if they had a sister model with dual axles & 8' foot wide.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Check stuff like ibex.. sometimes you’ll find it there
@rodyoung70454 ай бұрын
Thank you nerd for this video. It has awesome information. Please keep up the awesome job.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@chrisjohnson41104 ай бұрын
Cougar
@janehargis93014 ай бұрын
The Jay Flight I just watched not only feels like cramped box living but somehow it manages to lose any hint of openness with its zigzagging hallway. I’m searching for any reason someone would choose the 210QB Jay Flight. Jayco makes great RVs but this model is suffering. Nope.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Not for everyone certainly but it’s extremely popular for its light weight, tandem axles, and nonslide setup
@charlesjohnchartier22354 ай бұрын
I have the 2205s and love love love it. I do pull with a 2500 Chevy and do not use a WDH.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Very capable vehicle for that trailer. Nice choice
@eugeneenslow85632 ай бұрын
Another major factor to be considered is crosswind profile on these ~20' lightweight trailers. Midsize trucks may be able to TOW these, BUT a strong crosswind would likely be disastrous.
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
I touch on factors like that in my full rv tours. You’re spot on. You’ll often hear me say “a midsize truck may be ok for this if local flatlanding but if you’re going thru mountains or wind zones then you’ll want to step the vehicle up a notch”
@RS3Cebuano4 ай бұрын
So i have a 2021 Ranger with tow package, my question is would you be comfortable towing a Wildwood/Salem FSX 165 View or 162 Veiw with said truck?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Flat land? Shorter distance? Probably fine Thru mountains? Probably not
@bethstaton72052 ай бұрын
What about a video of campers that a standard SUV, with a max of 3,500, can tow? I love your videos and your honestly about both the pros and cons of the campers.
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
There’s so painfully little fitting that range nowadays Nowhere near as many as their used to be sadly
@kenmiller59544 ай бұрын
the j flight 210 is good but the dinette window below the top of the table is not good i like the forest river Shasta 2024 21ck i would make it a front twin with a extended counter where the dinette is and a wall at the foot of the camp side twin bed with a sliding door for the bedroom so when i wake up early my lady could sleep in without me waking her up for me that would be a perfect camper hitch weight 501 lb gvwr 7501 25ft 4in it would be great for half ton with trailer package Colman makes the same floor plan with less counter space Shasta new line up is from small single axle to giant even toy haulers
@kenmiller59544 ай бұрын
the 2024 is a i 5 521 ck last years and back is 21 ck
@HECTORFARRAАй бұрын
Great video Josh. Thanks a lot for not forgetting about those of us that can't afford to buy (and maintain) a big a** truck. I hope that you can make more videos about them.
@JoshtheRVNerdАй бұрын
You bet!
@mikedaro20252 ай бұрын
Can you do this same video for full size pickups (examples: 1500 Chevy, Ford 150, ram big horn).
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
At that point too many options become available I fear. There are too many variant truck configurations and too many RVs options fitting within those to clearly "block out" a video like this
@michelleschafer79344 ай бұрын
❤❤❤
@tikinut3458Ай бұрын
Max tow capacity of the Maverick with tow package is 4000 lbs and 400lb hitch weight. What could work with that?
@JoshtheRVNerdАй бұрын
I touched on that in the video I think. Not a lot safely fits there Maybe some of the new Catalina 134 series
@johnmackey39372 ай бұрын
Can this be done for SUVs? Is an after-market hitch with everything added equal to a factory installed hitch?
@JoshtheRVNerd2 ай бұрын
All depends on the case. I cannot be sure what parts a shop uses aftermarket I have an suv version of this video here m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ2pe6uLh8RskJI
@vetolongwene6794 ай бұрын
Josh - can you do the same video (
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Sounds very specific.. to the point there are likely only a small number of options. Maybe drop our team and get someone to hunt down that unicorn for you
@Bronco2Cj4 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd how ironically funny... the FB PM I sent you was concerned about 2 TTs in this video! I saw this after I sent it to you. funny!
@michaelcorey98904 ай бұрын
A Maverick mid-sized? Baghahah
@adamstanton4 ай бұрын
Just FYI, some 2023+ Chevy Colorado/GMC Canyon trims have a 7,700 lb tow rating
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Ah Ty
@diverm23714 ай бұрын
The 17mke is nice, just needed dimmable lights .
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
They have dimmable lights as of 2024
@robertmooberry7254 ай бұрын
On the Apex Nano, is there the option to have an awning to goes all the way to the rear? More coverage is nicer in the sun and rain. Also, thanks for the video!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Awnings aren’t done mfgs can adjust by request - the walls have to be set for awnings to be mounted in specific spots
@rockyjay554 ай бұрын
It’s the payload that counts. You should have a 1500 over 7500lb 2500.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Yeah you almost always exhaust payload before tow rating
@lizbetty66613 ай бұрын
Excellent video
@JoshtheRVNerd3 ай бұрын
Ty!
@mikethomsen50964 ай бұрын
Is there a reason you don’t film Colman campers ?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Those are exclusive to another dealer group and sister brands to other rvs that are also in the market
@tazmachine694 ай бұрын
I have a 22 Colorado Z71 4WD with a tow package. This video is very helpful. I’m a single parent with one 6ft boy who wouldn’t fit in a bunk and uses a cpap so looking for ones with two twins and a table in the middle for his cpap, how many offer something like that?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Painfully few Try Winnebago 2108tb
@tazmachine694 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd yeah those are a little pricey for my budget.
@TinaMavec4 ай бұрын
Thanks Josh.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
My pleasure! :)
@djandyg_laАй бұрын
What's a perfect 2 axle for a 2021 4Runner ???
@JoshtheRVNerdАй бұрын
Considering it's rated at 5,000lbs there are not many tandems that even fit.. maybe this? kzbin.info/www/bejne/oHmUfnqqZ6eokKc
@didibolter93624 ай бұрын
Good job Uncle Josh! By the way, did you receive the package I sent you? Anyway, "Nerd" does rhyme with "Bird" 😂😊😅 Wear the tee when you are showing us the RVs, I bet you look phenomenal!🎉❤🎉 Enjoy,
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I did! I responded to a previous comment about them
@benoitprince18064 ай бұрын
My Rockwood Minilite 2506S is considered to be under your GVWR of 7500 lbs (6884 lbs) but I am glad I have a 1/2 Ton truck (even though I will be getting a 3/4 ton next time) because with 724 lbs on the hitch you need enough payload.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Yeah with that hitch weight you really want a more capable vehicle than the empty weight would suggest
@woofman47963 ай бұрын
Josh, you are wrong on colorados max towing, my 2022 has a 7000 lb tow rating, the new ones have 7700 lbs towing, and not that long ago the diesel engine version was 7700 lbs
@JoshtheRVNerd3 ай бұрын
Ah Ty. Did my best to try to verify current limits but I am definitely more of an rv nerd and less of a Motörhead. Ty for the catch
@woofman47963 ай бұрын
@JoshtheRVNerd no worries, my colorado has the tow package, but your specs are correct for those without a tow package, for example, I had a Silverado z71 off road, 2016, v8, no tow package, had a factory installed hitch, I put in a break controller, it was rated at 9100 lbs towing, I traded it for my Colorado, Silverado had constant transmission issues, thank you Josh, like I said before, my wife and I love you 👍
@briannelson28184 ай бұрын
Do you have a video for 1/2 tons under 10 or 11 thousand pounds?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I don’t have one by weight but I have a video or two targeting 30f or less that will encompass a lot of those And I may have another coming yet
@laura70534 ай бұрын
🎉#NerdHerd
@dougwarren54714 ай бұрын
I tow a grand design 21bhe with a 24 colorado z71. Tows great. 1550 payload
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Ooh that’s good to know
@justindavis15464 ай бұрын
I'm still waiting for the high wall A-frames to get back on the lots. Maybe with some new floor plans.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
A frames were super popular for a while and have since fallen out of favor. Funny how that works
@michaelcochran86114 ай бұрын
Thank you!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
You're welcome!
@michaelferrin26884 ай бұрын
So what list does a tow package Expedition land? Presumably not 1/2 ton, but I think it out does most 'SUV' tow package as well. From everything I have looked at it technically has a 9200 lbs tow rating but how do you and your team break that down to comfortable? My family doesn't do any crazy off-road boondocking type camping. At the moment we haul around an enclosed trailer with all our gear for tent camping. We camp mostly as a less expensive option to hotels (there are six of us). And our trips vary from towing to a campground and chilling in the area to something like this summer where we are going from SE South Dakota all the way across to California down along the coast and then back up diagonally through colorado and such. TLDR - all kinds of driving environments.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
That larger class of SUVs is actually something I should go thru..
@michaelferrin26884 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd That would be awesome!
@johnschmalbach82434 ай бұрын
Question. Why didn't the grand design 23 LDE, or 22MLE make the grade. Right now with a kid we are running a FSX 178bhsk but those 2 Grand Designs are on our short list for couples campers once the kid is off to college. Currently towing with a Ford Ranger, which is why sub 7500 is on our list to tow.
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
This list is just my personal take on things. Those models are awesome but I feel their size is a bit big for what a midsize truck should be handling
@johnschmalbach82434 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd gotcha I was just wondering because at least on paper the Grand Designs are the same, or less weight, and length, of some of the Rockwood/Flagstaffs. I think your recommendations are great but one of the issues that had me scratch off those particular manufacturers is that they're design is very hitch weight heavy, often at least a hundred pounds more than comparable sized trailers and the big thing you're going to run into on midsize trucks before you even come close to maxing out that towing capacity is your payload, with those hitch weights. If it wasn't for those, and the Larger Surveyor legend, I wouldn't have even thought to ask because they are all in various positions on my spreadsheet lol.
@Jayhawk2264 ай бұрын
You bought the Maverick when you should have bought the Ford Freaking Ranger!! Thanks for the list. Are you doing a 10k less list?
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
I’ll see what lists I can make with some limited time I have right now
@Jayhawk2264 ай бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd no stress Josh. Was a bit tongue in cheek mostly.
@Nintendude201314 күн бұрын
Are you going to do a list for full size pick up trucks ?
@JoshtheRVNerd14 күн бұрын
I have a bunch of things targeting stuff like "30ft" models or similar that'll work for full size pickups
@Nintendude201314 күн бұрын
@@JoshtheRVNerd thank you Josh, I been watching you for a while now. I’m thinking of buying a frontier or ranger for a smaller size trailer. Keep the videos coming
@Cowboy474 ай бұрын
#RVNerdHerd 🎉 😊 🎉
@mikethomsen50964 ай бұрын
I believe this is one of your best videos… great job 😎
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks!
@ADONAIsays-so4 ай бұрын
Great overview!
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Ty!
@george92584 ай бұрын
SUV with 5000lb rated
@JoshtheRVNerd4 ай бұрын
Just did that one! See here m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/qZ2pe6uLh8RskJI