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Old 05-09-2014, 05:20 AM   #41
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Could the tow vehicle tow weight recommendations also be referring to the wear and tear on the engine and transmission? On the flats a Honda Element or CRV would be adequate, but pulling up a long mountain stretch such as I-70 W before Denver can really take its toll on a warm day. I saw many people with trailers, and even truckers pulled over to cool down. For the most part, todays SUV's frame can handle the 2000# trailer, but can the transmissions and 4 cyl. engine? Just food for thought.
A good question and there is not a lot of actual towing information regarding the Honda Element. There are Element owners on this forum but few have chimed in regarding their towing experience.
We also know the Tow Rating in most cases does not address pertinent parameters in detail so we don't know what effects towing will have on the tow vehicle until it is actually tested in the real world. I am aware of a Honda Accord that did extensive towing and had no ill effects. Civics and CRV's have been very reliable. Generally speaking Honda's work well.
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Thank you so much for the specific names of trailers that might work for my daughter, and for the other suggestions too. I have heard of or seen most of the trailers mentioned, and suspected they might be a possibility, if one could be found and at the right price! It was good to have second opinions. So sad there aren't more Bolers in the lower US! She will be pulling mostly on the flat, unless she ever comes back to CA! She has a standard transmission, which concerns me more than anything, as I've never towed with anything other than an automatic and can envision problems if ever stopped on a hill! Thank you also, Moderators, for reopening this thread.
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Hey Lisa,

I don't own a FGRV yet but I've done a fair bit of shopping. I would look at Livin'Lite trailers. They aren't fiberglass, but they make some VERY light tent trailers and these would likely be great for your daughter for towing. As far as the transmission goes, I love a manual transmission for towing. I hope your daughter finds what she's looking for.

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I've never towed with anything except a manual transmission. No problems.
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I would look at Livin'Lite trailers. They aren't fiberglass, but they make some VERY light tent trailers and these would likely be great for your daughter for towing.
True. The QuickSilver 6.0 model can be towed with a motorcycle. Should be an easy tow for any car. QuickSilver 6.0 Automotive Tent Camper Overview | Livin' Lite RV
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I have a Kwik Kamp trailer I used to tow with my motorcycle. It sets up faster but only sleeps 2 and doesn't have appliances.
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