Recent content by Gravelette

Reminds me of the multiple threads started by the fellow who was trying to decide between waiting for the new LC or buying a new Lexus. After several months of jawing, ended up with a 10 year old beater Taco. :rolleyes:

I agree that a small trailer would be a good choice over using an expe rig as a daily driver. I recently went from full size to mid size and I honestly don't see any advantage to mid beyond initial cost. Only a couple of mpg difference, much smaller fuel tank and the interior space of a full...

I too am interested in why the Frontier payload is so low. You may be on to something with the Titan "competition." I've asked on the Frontier forum if there might be a marginal component that limits the payload but no ideas. Mostly kids interested in their lighting.:rolleyes:

We leave the bed set up permanently in our Casita. Swapped the dinette cushions for a memory foam from Walmart. Cut it with an electric knife to fit the curved back wall. It's very comfortable, light weight and inexpensive.

What did you dislike about the Frontier Pro4X?

I've found the waste holding tanks to be more limiting than the fresh. There are few places in Eastern US where you can randomly dump gray and obviously none for black. It might be different in the Far North but in the US you wouldn't want lake water in your fresh tank.(n)

I have about 15K on my 22 SV 4X4. It's been a good truck, mostly. The engine, trans, driving position, fit and finish are strong points. I bought it to tow a small trailer. The tow mode works well but the truck is let down by narrow mirrors and very low payload. It's had a few electrical...

US/Canadian gallons confuse me. Such big math, eh?

Your math seems correct, discouraging isn't it? You might investigate pop-ups. Less convenient but a lot of space for the weight. If you stick with the 3000# trailer you'll likely be OK w/o a WDH (100# +/-) Get a simple friction anti-sway bar.

Post #23, OP got a nice 2013 Tacoma.(y)

Do you have a thread or pics of your TC camper?

I hope you know the springs don't change your payload. It will be on your door sticker. (y)

Is this a 2WD or 4WD? I think the payloads vary, may influence your choices.

I see OP decided to avoid the wait, got himself a 2013 Tacoma.

Don't underestimate the value of possible vs pipe dream. The time kids will want to travel with you is limited. A readily available class C will get you 75% of what may be an unachievable ideal.