Tail wagging the dog?

[jasin1]

You’ll be fine with that setup (salesman probably)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZMpuGpmM6-Q

[travelin texans]

Originally Posted by jasin1

You’ll be fine with that setup (salesman probably)

I saw that article a few days ago!
Whoever told them that a Nissan Frontier was a suitable tow vehicle for that much rv, or any rv, should be held responsible. But the rv owners should've also done a little homework of their own.
Just because a vehicle has a truck bed on it doesn't mean it can tow anything you can connect to it.
They were just very lucky that tiny tow vehicle wasn't also resting in it's top with them in it. I bet the seats have stains in them!

[JRTJH]

I was SHOCKED !!!!

Shocked to see at the 1:52 mark, that there is a "missing weight distribution hitch" on that little truck... How could anyone "allow" a new trailer owner to leave the lot towing a trailer that size with a "receiver hitch/ball with no weight distribution or sway control" ?????

[{tpc}]

Originally Posted by JRTJH

I was SHOCKED !!!!

Shocked to see at the 1:52 mark, that there is a "missing weight distribution hitch" on that little truck... How could anyone "allow" a new trailer owner to leave the lot towing a trailer that size with a "receiver hitch/ball with no weight distribution or sway control" ?????

This exactly what I thought too. I had to keep scrolling back....then I was like, well no wonder...

[JRTJH]

Originally Posted by {tpc}

This exactly what I thought too. I had to keep scrolling back....then I was like, well no wonder...

And to add "insult to injury" (thank God nobody was killed) he was using a 2" ball mount with what looks to be a 5" drop, turned upside down with the ball mounted on top of that... Talk about looking for "torque to twist the truck receiver, just the "pendulum effect" would induce what would likely be "insurmountable truck rear axle sway" !!!!!!!

[jasin1]

10000 miles and fifteen states. Wonder how many close calls they had along the way…God looks out for fools,drunks and children I’ve heard…wonder how many chances he will give you… they are probably gearing up for another shot at towing…I think some people have no common sense and I’d be amazed to find that the new setup will be done properly…I wouldn’t be surprised to see them soon with a LARGE HEAVY DUTY F150. and a fifth wheel….thank god no one else was hurt

[Ken / Claudia]

They now have the chance to advise all their viewers to get the proper tow vehicle and hitch. I did not listen to the whole story, I doubt they still have a clue. After hearing they drive safely and slow while towing, I kind of gave up.
Some crashes can be avoidable if you react with skill and properly some not. This was a not.
As a crash investigator, that set up resulting in a crash was a no brainier ticket without having a team investigate the why it happened. I am glad no one was hurt.

[linux3]

Looking at newer videos these idiots have a gofundme page so they can buy another TT.
They SAID they drive responsible but IMHO.
Flat tires in Texas. Well Texas gets hot and if you drive too fast or your TT is wandering around the tires overheat and blow out.
They got a ticket for unsafe driving. They are very lucky they didn't kill themselves or other motorists. In my world they would have been charged with towing while clueless and attempted manslaughter.
Sigh. The roads get less safe every day.

[chuckster57]

I’m not trying to defend the selling dealer, but I can remember a dealership I worked at that sold those trailers, customer was advised about WD and declined. We don’t know if that’s the case here….Just sayin

[jasin1]

Originally Posted by linux3

Looking at newer videos these idiots have a gofundme page so they can buy another TT.
They SAID they drive responsible but IMHO.
Flat tires in Texas. Well Texas gets hot and if you drive too fast or your TT is wandering around the tires overheat and blow out.
They got a ticket for unsafe driving. They are very lucky they didn't kill themselves or other motorists. In my world they would have been charged with towing while clueless and attempted manslaughter.
Sigh. The roads get less safe every day.

They only raised a little over $1500 since May soooo I’m thinking the smart money is trying to keep them off the roads

[linux3]

Read the comments.
Pure stupid.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O40aTqWrmJ0&t=460s

[Gkri]

just back from Promised Land State Park in PA. Watched a Tahoe pull in with way too much trailer. He had the trailer wheels locking up every time he touched the pedal to prevent the trailer from pushing the Tahoe off the road! Yes, the roads are scary! I thought our Husky WDH and anti-sway was ridiculously expensive but it is worth every penny spent.

[curtiscapk]

Here's their first one! Look how low the tires are....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI5-4-qud7w

[travelin texans]

Originally Posted by curtiscapk

Here's their first one! Look how low the tires are....

NO WDH???
Torqued the lug nuts with his calibrated elbows?
Both grinning ear to ear, ignorance is bliss!!!

[jasin1]

Originally Posted by travelin texans

NO WDH???
Torqued the lug nuts with his calibrated elbows?

The important part of the videos is they never stop smiling….ever….kinda disturbing to me

[wiredgeorge]

Originally Posted by jasin1

The important part of the videos is they never stop smiling….ever….kinda disturbing to me

Brian, You need to be reported to someone for starting this thread!

http://www.theparanormalguide.com/blog/grinning-man

Long time in storage. Date code on tires? A little grease on the bearings?

[jasin1]

Originally Posted by wiredgeorge

Brian, You need to be reported to someone for starting this thread!

http://www.theparanormalguide.com/blog/grinning-man

Long time in storage. Date code on tires? A little grease on the bearings?

…that’s an interesting link! Lol…naw they don’t need any preparation, there the kind of folks that like to just “wing it” …free spirit kind of couple …little bit of air ..couple tugs on a wrench and head out on a cross country trip…naysayers be damned ! Gonna do it our way …lol

[travelin texans]

I wouldn't donate a dime to their replacement, I might donate a couple bucks to the "keep these fools off the highway" fund.

[linux3]

Originally Posted by travelin texans

I wouldn't donate a dime to their replacement, I might donate a couple bucks to the "keep these fools off the highway" fund.

Count me in for a couple of Bucks.

[jfk69]

Those smiles weird me out. Creepy couple. As far as the rest, this is what terrifies me on the road. Camping at Harrisville last weekend I kept commenting to the DW on all the short wheel base SUV’s towing trailers that were too long, too heavy, and no WDH or anti sway bars.