Hi Guys,
Our family just signed up for a 17.56-1 expanda and I have a few questions about towing it with a 2012 VE commodore SV6 stationwagon.
Is anyone else here towing a 17.56 with a VE commodore?
I currently have a 1600kg tow pack on the wagon, but I can upgrade it though holden dealership to become 2100kg.
Holden told me to upgrade from 1600 to 2100kg tow pack there are no structural changes to tow bar steel components, and I just have to buy the Holden "hitch".
Other options I'm thinking of are...
Hayman Reece WDH - not sure of advantages over Holden hitch
transmission cooler - $500 ( was told this is a good idea from a mate )
Air shockers to rear wheels - holden service guys said not required for VE
Camber adjustments? - not sure if required to save tyres?
I am concerned we will be over the required 2100kg ATM and as such I was wondering if anyone could estimate a 17.56-1 ATM with the following features - Jayco does not add it all up which surprises me.
(like a jelly bean in a jar comp – but with no prize!! L)
Hot water system
external shower
Solar pack with battery
150L fridge
White privacy screens
gas outlet at rear of van
Extra power point in dinette area
Extra external light above shower area
Alpine annexe with large side window, extra door at back with windows at both ends
Roof mounted aircon (now standard option)
Any advice is really appreciated - sorry about my spelling!
Dean.
Our family just signed up for a 17.56-1 expanda and I have a few questions about towing it with a 2012 VE commodore SV6 stationwagon.
Is anyone else here towing a 17.56 with a VE commodore?
I currently have a 1600kg tow pack on the wagon, but I can upgrade it though holden dealership to become 2100kg.
Holden told me to upgrade from 1600 to 2100kg tow pack there are no structural changes to tow bar steel components, and I just have to buy the Holden "hitch".
Other options I'm thinking of are...
Hayman Reece WDH - not sure of advantages over Holden hitch
transmission cooler - $500 ( was told this is a good idea from a mate )
Air shockers to rear wheels - holden service guys said not required for VE
Camber adjustments? - not sure if required to save tyres?
I am concerned we will be over the required 2100kg ATM and as such I was wondering if anyone could estimate a 17.56-1 ATM with the following features - Jayco does not add it all up which surprises me.
(like a jelly bean in a jar comp – but with no prize!! L)
Hot water system
external shower
Solar pack with battery
150L fridge
White privacy screens
gas outlet at rear of van
Extra power point in dinette area
Extra external light above shower area
Alpine annexe with large side window, extra door at back with windows at both ends
Roof mounted aircon (now standard option)
Any advice is really appreciated - sorry about my spelling!
Dean.