8.1 vortex Workhorse pulling and Enclave??

[woodytrwo]

Anyone towing an Enclave or one of her sisters with a 8.1 vortex workhorse MH?? The 2005 AS LY 30 specs show 4000 lbs max and Enclave is 5100 lbs. Will not be pulling the Enclave in the Rockies. Am using US Gear for braking in the Enclave.

[DriVer]

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Originally Posted by woodytrwo Anyone towing an Enclave or one of her sisters with a 8.1 vortex workhorse MH?? The 2005 AS LY 30 specs show 4000 lbs max and Enclave is 5100 lbs. Will not be pulling the Enclave in the Rockies. Am using US Gear for braking in the Enclave.

woodytrwo, You will be exceeding the GCWR of the W22 if its loaded anywhere near what you need to take with you on the road. I also expect that most OE receivers to only be rated at 5,000 pounds so you will be exceeding the capability of the towing equipment. A steel tow bar such as you would get from Blue Ox or others would handle the weight so it would not be the weakest link.

I would recommend against towing an Enclave with your Workhorse powered motorhome.

Seek a vehicle as close to 4,000 pounds (or less) if at all possible.