Will be towing a heavy duty camper trailer (and 4 kids - OK wife too!) which is approx 700kg loaded but is legal up to 1250 (10" electric drums fitted). Looking at regular short trips (400k or less) and occasional long trips (Darwin etc).
Any suggestions or comment on whether I need to consider suspension modifications or transmission/oil coolers.
i think the suspension would cope with it but if i was going to get anything i would get this
https://secure.merlinsoftware.com.au...rodCode=805006
805006
Heavy Duty Towing Package
Pedders Heavy Duty Towing Package
If you are towing heavy loads or towing on a consistent basis this is the package for you. These kits have been designed with a "total vehicle" focus in mind. The rear will be set to handle the load while the front of the vehicle (often forgotten in this form of set up) will be equipped with Pedders gear to aid in the handling and steer ability.
Retail $1,633.50KT
Item Code Description Qty Availability
12493 12493 Polyair Rear Coil Kit 1 Available
429005-20 *Pedders Swaybar 1 Contact for Availability
5803 5803 Pedders Rubber Bush 1 Available
7120 7120 Heavy Duty Coil Spring 2 Available
7589 7589 Heavy Duty Coil Spring 2 Available
8985L 8985L C/GAS SEALED STRUT 1 Available
8985R 8985R C/GAS SEALED STRUT 1 Available
9042 GSR9042 Gas Sports Ryder 2 Available
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