Recent content by mwalker

I’m pulling an Aerolite 27BH – 5K unloaded and 6.5K Max with a UZJ100. Over all trailer length is around 30’, hitch weight is around 600#. I’m using a weight-distributing hitch with anti-sway bar. The cruiser is stock but next tire purchase, I’ll be getting better tires and beefing up the rear...

I’m pulling an Aerolite 27BH – 5K unloaded and 6.5K Max with a UZJ100. Over all trailer length is around 30’, hitch weight is around 600#. I’m using a weight-distributing hitch with anti-sway bar. The cruiser is stock but next tire purchase, I’ll be getting better tires and beefing up the...

I’m pulling a Aerolite 27BH – 5K unloaded and 6.5K Max with a UZJ100 – It’s adequate on the flat but slow going up hills. I think the engine is underpowered for this load and the wheel base is too short – I have not had any real problems towing but will probably pick up a diesel with a longer...

How was the towing experience?

Thanks for the recommendations. I’ve done the Rancho and Monroes on a FJ40 and the Monroes on a 85 Pickup and was generally satisfied with the Monroes. I feel that the low end Rancho are overrated ( My opinion ). A local FWD shop had some procomps ( ES9K ) for a reasonable price ( cheaper...

Just bought a 94 xtra cab pickup – Looking for shock recommendations – still has the original at shocks at 80K and they are a bit bouncy. Would like to go with something that’s general-purpose – it’s my daily drive but I do like off-road fun. Thanks Mike

This ride runs great and the body is in good shape with very minimal rust. Original engine and transmission/transfer were replaced with the engine and transmission/transfer case from a 1978. Engine was rebuilt about 15 years/12K miles ago. Interior bucket/floor has been Rhino coated. The...