CRV Towing Jayco Campervan

Submitted: Monday, Aug 17, 2015 at 08:51
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Newbie here. Just wanting to check that my (extremely poor) understanding is correct.

We have a 2006 CRV auto. Looking to buy a Jayco campervan. It will be a Swan or a Dove (or similar), and will probably be around mid 80's (looking to spend under $8000). The van will only be used over the summer holidays, where it will be towed 200 km's max (mostly along freeways) to the Mornington Peninsula.

Whilst I realise the CRV is not an ideal tow vehicle, given that towing will be minimal, and on freeways and sealed roads, I think it should be ok.

Max towing capacity for Auto is 1200kg's, with a 120kg ball weight. Based on newer model Jayco specs, the Swan (unloaded) would be within these limits, but the dove is slightly over on towball weight. I have no idea how to find out the weight of the 80's models though.

http://www.jayco.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2013/10/Camper_Brochure_Round11.pdf


Does it sound reasonable to tow one of these with a CRV (in my scenario)?

I assume that these older models have override brakes, not electric. Is there any cause for concern with 30 year old override brakes (again, in my scenario)? Anything I should look out for?

I appreciate any advice from the experts.

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