Can 2007 Chevrolet Express Van 2500 Tow a 35 FT Yukon Trailer

Question:

Can my 2007 chevy van express 2500 tow a 35 foot 1989 yukon trailer?

asked by: Linda

Expert Reply:

From the information that I was able to obtain for a 35 ft Fleetwood Wilderness Yukon Travel Trailer, this trailer should weigh right around 6,000 lbs. A 2007 Chevrolet Express Van 2500 will have a capacity between 6,100 lbs and 10,000 lbs, depending on model and options, so you'll want to check your owner's manual for your specific van's towing capacity. As long as the trailer's weight does not exceed the capacity of your van you should have no problems towing the trailer.

If the trailer's weight does not exceed the van's capacity, you may still need some of the following to get you set up and ready to tow.

Curt Custom Fit Trailer Hitch Receiver, # 14090

Ball Mount and Ball - I have included an article that covers the steps to choosing the correct ball mount for your set-up. You might be interested in etrailer ball mount kit # 989900 which comes with 2 ball mounts; one with a 3/4 inch rise or 2 inch drop and one with a 2-3/4 inch rise or 4 inch drop. It also includes a 1-7/8 inch ball, 2 inch ball, hitch pin with clip, and a storage bag. If the ball mount kit does not have the right rise or drop to tow the trailer level, I have also included a link to additional ball mount options for you.

For trailer wiring, take a look at the T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector, # 118392.

Another option that you may be interested in is a weight distribution system. I have linked you to an article which is loaded with information. As it states in the article, your tongue weight rating is the most important factor in determining which size weight-distribution system you should use. For example, if your tongue weight is between 500 and 1000 pounds, the Reese Steadi-Flex # RP66559 Weight Distribution System w Sway Control is a great system that is easy to use and simple to set up. Weight distribution helps eliminate squat in the rear suspension of the tow vehicle by transferring a portion of the trailer's tongue weight from the rear to the front vehicle axle. This is important because if too much weight is unloaded from the trailer's front axle, steering and braking response will be adversely affected.