rjgimp wrote:Generally speaking extra tongue weight isn't a problem if your tow vehicle can handle it. Is there a maximum tow weight listed either for your Element or for the hitch you have installed? Does the rear of your Element squat such that the headlights wouldn't properly light the road ahead? I wouldn't be too concerned.
rjgimp wrote:Generally speaking extra tongue weight isn't a problem if your tow vehicle can handle it. Is there a maximum tow weight listed either for your Element or for the hitch you have installed? Does the rear of your Element squat such that the headlights wouldn't properly light the road ahead? I wouldn't be too concerned.
QueticoBill wrote:".... have brakes, which are really overkill for a trailer under 1500 pounds. "
Even if the car manufacturer says otherwise? Honda says brakes if towing over 1000 pounds with Element. Subaru says same for my Outback - brakes if towing over 1000 up to its limit if 2900.
QueticoBill wrote:Also found this sage post:
"The rated towing capacity has everything to do with liability and is dictated by the insurance folks. The Same exact Element is rated to tow 3236lbs in Australia when using trailer brakes."
I'd certainly not go over the US limits in US because of liability.
LeftyDale wrote:I would like to second the comment regarding towing speeds. A lower tongue weight can be safe at lower speeds, but unstable at the speeds we tow in the US.
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