NOTE: Some items may fall within the given weight range, (like bike racks) however,
they can still cause damage. Over time, weight added to the bumper will cause damage
from the motion created while traveling. In addition, extra weight behind the axle may
reduce the hitch weight (leading to adverse handling conditions from wind gusts and/or
passing traffic
TRAVEL TRAILER HITCH (CUSTOMER SUPPLIED)
Hitch selection is important because it affects the towing and handling characteristics of
your RV. There are many kinds of hitches available for various uses and assuring that you
have the correct hitch installed is critical to a safe towing experience.
Ask your dealer about the proper class and type of hitch you need to purchase for your
individual tow vehicle/RV combination. A travel trailer requires a frame mounted hitch.
The hitch manufacturer assigns a hitch class rating based on the capacity that hitch has for
towing and a weight classification.
The weight classification is determined from the hitch’s weight carrying capacity (also
known as the tongue weight on a travel trailer). Before selecting a hitch, you must know
your GVWR and tongue weight.
The rating of the hitch package purchased should be equal to or greater than the
RV’s GVWR and the hitch weight.
Equipment that sometimes gives autos, trucks and sport utility vehicles a softer ride can
accentuate swaying when pulling a RV; conversely, suspension that is too stiff will
increase vibration, bounce and accelerate wear of your tow vehicle and RV combination.
Jayco cannot be responsible for the suspension system of any tow vehicle. There are
a variety of tow vehicle suspension systems available that will affect the ball height,
stability and levelness of a hooked up RV.
CAUTION
Using an oversized or undersized hitch can cause damage to the RV frame. Jayco
cannot be responsible for the tow vehicle suspension system. The final ball height
after the tow vehicle/travel trailer combination is completely hooked up is a factor
that must be considered. To avoid overloading your
trailer axles and minimize
possible handling difficulties, your trailer should be level when hooked to your tow
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