More of what you need to know before buying an RV

For those of you who plan to tow a vehicle, listen up. Once again, an amazing number of calls come in to the manufacturer about towing capacities. Many people actually call in to ask if they can tow more than what their factory installed hitch is rated for. The answer is a resounding NO. Each unit is typically engineered to the maximum specs it can handle. You should receive a sheet in your owner's packet that will tell you what the weights are on your vehicle. The GCWR is the Gross Combination weight rating, this is the maximum allowance for the total loaded weight of the motorhome and tow vehicle. Exceeding this amount will result in extra wear on the engine and brakes of your vehicle, not to mention difficulties with the driveability. Just don't do it. If you plan to do any towing with your motorhome, make sure you are buying one that can handle the weights that you will require. You might want to consider upgrading if you currently find yourself in a position where your tow vehicle is heavier than the allowable weight, there are motorhomes on the market that have considerably more towing capacity, built especially for those who do a lot of towing for races or other such activities. You will be better off in the longrun than doing damage to your current vehicle.