Hints, Tips & Hacks

Taken from the videos description

This is the complete guide to heavy towing with a 4X4 wagon like a Landcruiser or a 4X4 ute like a Ranger.

In this report: The definitions and what they mean:

* Tare weight

* Kerb weight

* GVM - gross vehicle mass

* ATM - aggregate trailer mass

* Towball download

* GCM - gross combination mass

* Payload capacity

I also discuss the towing 'arms race' in which people think it's OK to tow a 3500kg trailer with a vehicle that weights 2500kg (ish) - and this is often a very bad idea, in my view.

I'll talk you through the payload limitations in the common vehicles and also discuss how you can actually measure your critical weights using a public weighbridge, to ensure you're not driving overloaded - which has important safety, legal and insurance implications.

Also discussed: GVM upgrades and warranty, and the effect of adding accessories on your payload capacity.

Toyota heavy towing guide: https://toyotamanuals.com.au/images/t...

Pedders GVM upgrade details: https://www.pedders.com.au/kits/gvm-u...