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by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 11:39 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

Yes it is an auto.

Much nicer to drive when towing just makes you a bit Lazy :roll:
by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 10:58 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

Sorry a scrap that there is a second sticker with the UK data and it's the same.

The lower rating is for SA where it was built
by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 10:35 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

Confused now I've just checked my 2015 Hilux and the GTW is 600kg less than the 2010 which has the same engine and transmission :?

Looks like the 2010 one is stopping as I was going to get rid.
by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 9:52 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

Having checked the GTW which is 5820kg this includes the full towing capacity at 2800 kg so should be ok legally. I will give it a go to see how safe if feels and take things from there before I volunteer to ferry the car about all over the place. If I re plate the vehicle will I get an increase in ...
by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 9:43 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Condensation
Replies: 59
Views: 34167

Re: Condensation

Have just been out to the camper to check over to find the temp at 19deg so the dehumidifier is doing two tasks keeping it dry and warm.

On the low speed setting I'm sure you could sleep with it on.
by Bookend
January 24th, 2016, 8:30 am
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

Thanks guys

I'll check both plates and see how it stacks up and maybe have a short towing session and see how it goes.
by Bookend
January 23rd, 2016, 10:28 pm
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

The trailer and car is 1900kg its allready been on the bridge
by Bookend
January 23rd, 2016, 8:44 pm
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Re: Maximum weight

I have two hilux pickups so I need to decide which one to up rate.

It's not my car its a classic Astra that my boss has just bought.

I'll check the original plate to see what I have to play with and take it from there.
by Bookend
January 23rd, 2016, 5:24 pm
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Maximum weight
Replies: 24
Views: 15003

Maximum weight

If I have the camper and truck loaded to its capacity (not overloaded) am I still able to tow to the maximum tow capacity? Or is there a maximum train weight for the vehicle to include the trailer?

I may need to tow a rally car to events and would like to use the camper for accommodation.
by Bookend
January 21st, 2016, 9:51 pm
Forum: Chitter chatter happens here
Topic: Air bag valves
Replies: 12
Views: 6414

Re: Air bag valves

Mine are in the centre cubby box but I also fitted a onboard compressor so can control both inflate and deflate from the drivers seat.

There is no reason why a manual setup with a plug in compressor or garage air line couldn't be the same.

It's better in the cab if it's raining saves getting wet ;)