Thread: 96 Blazer with factory trailer hitch - towing capacity? - Airstream Forums

Thanks for all your input guys! Quote: Originally Posted by nickcrowhurst The physics is discussed here: http://www.airforums.com/forums/f464/load-distribution-hitches-analysis-19236.html Nick. Thanks for the link, but I think that discussion is a little beyond me. I found this page that explains a WD setup in more layman terms, but it doesn't explain quite how it's acheived... Trailer Hitch-T-One Connectors Quote: Originally Posted...

That would probably be it- sounds right because I know that SR 84 is SW24th ave, the numbers count down, and the address should be quite a ways from SR84- at least thats what my man says. We can't remember his name, big guy, on the chubby side, we try and save all our needs til we go there- he's cheaper and better than CW and doesn't sell the Chinese stuff first- has it, but for almost the same, we bought DT or Reese- easier to...

BlazinHaze, "Dead Weight" on the hitch, simply means tongue weight without a WD hitch. I think the limiting factor in your equasion will be the V6 engine, and your plan to stay with an 18 to 19' trailer is a good idea. A trailer of that length will be way below the max weight rating of the Blazer, but the engine would be strugling too much with a heavier/longer trailer, IMHO.

Quote: Originally Posted by BlazinHaze Could my class 3 reciever really only handle 2000/200 without WD? Seems very low to me. The strength of any system will relate to the strength of the weakest link. If the vehicle designers have rated the frame and suspension of the tow vehicle at a maximum of 2000 pounds of trailer on the ball, then the strength of any hitch attched to it will not achieve a higher tow rating, IMHO. Nick.

Quote: Originally Posted by sturm 2003 Chevy Blazer-rated at 9500 # GCWR. (100" WB, 4.3, V-6), I get the "you got to be out of your mind" look and lecture--along with a load of good information about trailering. sturm. Certainly you should make sure the Airstream model you pick matches your needs. Many of us are not in position to buy both a new tow vehicle and a new Airstream. Your Blazer does give you many nice...

Quote: Originally Posted by EllieZ Can't find the name, but the address and directions are accurate- double checked with my man- I-95 to Stirling Road, west, about 1 miles and just over RR tracks make a right on Ravenswood/Anglers Ave, and its the first set of warehouses on the NW corner, and he has 3 or 4 bays- you can see the sign, we just don't remember. Worth driving there, he's the best source we've ever used... good...

Quote: Originally Posted by BlazinHaze . . . I've dropped in on Chevy dealership and showed it to the service manager, as well as a couple of U-Haul places near here, and they weren't entirely sure what was up either, but they all said that it's a class 3 hitch, and should handle 6000 without the WD. That's pretty outrageous! No way could a Blazer handle 6000 lbs dead weight. I woud go someplace else, like the guy on...

Quote: Originally Posted by Jim Clark What size trailer and weight are thinking about towing with the Blazer? Which engine is in the Blazer? The Blazer has a relatively short wheelbase so you will be limited as to the size trailer you can tow safely. Below is a review of the 96 Blazer by RV news. I think the capacity is on the high side and would not try to go near what is suggested. RV News Tests Chevy's '96 Blazer Hello, right now...

Quote: Originally Posted by sturm Hello, right now we're on in the market for our Airstream, especially the Bambi (16-19) or Safari Sport (22). Up to now, my main concern has been the TV-a well maintained 2003 Chevy Blazer-rated at 9500 # GCWR. I talk with people at work who tow trailers (no Airstreams) and drive BIG trucks. When they know I want to tow with my Blazer (100" WB, 4.3, V-6), I get the "you got to be out of...

For reference, I regularly towed a single-axle 3800 lb boat trailer with my '95 Blazer, without WD equipment and without any electric brakes. It had the 4.3L Vortec V6 (which is a fantastic engine IMO), and had no problems pulling the trailer.