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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-22-2013, 05:12 PM
Replies: 85
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Posted By Joseph A.
Jim, The OEM receiver I have is a 2" class...

Jim,

The OEM receiver I have is a 2" class III. Class I/II are 1.25" usually.

Their is some minor rear squat with 350-400 lbs of tongue weight, which the WD hitch sorts out. I could drive...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 06-21-2013, 11:41 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,625
Posted By Joseph A.
Hey Jim, I posted your PM so that others...

Hey Jim,

I posted your PM so that others looking for this info will be aable to find it too.

1. I have had very positive results. I never tried towing without the 3rd row springs, but with...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 07:38 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 38,490
Posted By Joseph A.
Awesome idea!

Awesome idea!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 02:09 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 38,490
Posted By Joseph A.
Yes, thats correct. Only the 3rd row option model...

Yes, thats correct. Only the 3rd row option model uses the springs I suggested. The 3rd row model is VERY rare...

The GVWR is in the door jam of the individual vehicle. I have not seen a third...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 01:57 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,625
Posted By Joseph A.
One interesting piece of towing info: ...

One interesting piece of towing info:

Australia Spec V6 Toyota Rav4's (which appear to be IDENTICAL mechanically to North American Tow Prep V6's) are rated to to tow 1900 kgs (~4200 lbs!) vs our...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 01:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,625
Posted By Joseph A.
Well, better off buying the springs online, and...

Well, better off buying the springs online, and installing them yourself, or someone you trust. The dealerships NEVER have given me any sense of confidence...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 01:19 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,625
Posted By Joseph A.
IMHO, the 3rd row springs are the medicine for...

IMHO, the 3rd row springs are the medicine for rear squat on the Rav4, assuming you dont have the 3rd row model already! Airbags added to the stiffer springs will help further... And then a WD hitch...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 01:14 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 38,490
Posted By Joseph A.
Note that actual payload increase is 330 lbs....

Note that actual payload increase is 330 lbs. Also referenced on pg 199, 200, and 204.

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Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 01:05 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 38,490
Posted By Joseph A.
The info is in the owner's manual, for 2009, pg...

The info is in the owner's manual, for 2009, pg 466-467. Note the bottom line on pg 466, and note#7 on page 467:
...
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 12:17 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 38,490
Posted By Joseph A.
3rd row springs will eek out even more height,...

3rd row springs will eek out even more height, and increase payload cap by 300 lbs!
Forum: Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear 03-17-2013, 11:49 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 20,625
Posted By Joseph A.
Hey Deryk, Another option to use...

Hey Deryk,

Another option to use with/without airbags is the OEM rear springs from the 2006-2012 Rav4 with 3rd row seat. The 3rd row seat equipped Rav4's have approx 300 lb extra payload...
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