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Originally Posted by koda13
Waiting for delivery of our new Cougar X-Lite 31SQB. TV is a 2010 Tundra, 5.7L with tow package (4x2). TV was awesome for our last trailer (small Jayco 24FB). A little concerned about the larger trailer, but these posts help ease my mind a bit. I've got the old style WD hitch with bars and chains and old crank friction sway bars.
Thinking of upgrading to Equalizer. Same concept just a little easier hookup maybe.
Also considering an electric tongue jack. Any preferences with the Tundra? Will tailgate drop while attached to trailer? Looking at Barker VIP 3500 and maybe Atwood.
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I towed my 31SQB for 18 months with no issues with a 2011 with tow package. Turning radius was fantastic but that was using a Blue Ox Sway Pro Hitch. I'm not sure if that will make any difference or not. The Tundra handled the weight without any issues. I ran across one instance where the anti-sway feature of the Tundra took over for me and saved my a$$ so that was also great.
We just traded our 31SQB in for a different one that has a living room in the back end instead of the bunks and kitchen. We never used either. My kids would sleep everywhere but the damn bunks. We lost a bit on the trade, but couldn't be happier. I really thought the bunks would be great with two (sort of) young kids. At least this camper will now last us when the nest is empty in a couple years.
I think you will enjoy the camper and the tow.
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Paul
2011 Toyota Tundra, 5.7L, Double Cab, 4x4, Tow Package
2013 Keystone Premier Bullet 33BLPR
BlueOx Sway Pro WD Hitch
Husky Escort Time Ramp Brake Controller (need an upgrade)
Air Lift [Load Lifter 5000] Air Bags