Parts Needed For Towing a Travel Trailer With a 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport With Max Tow Package

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I need some advice on how configure/ set up my 2021 Jeep gladiator sport with 3.6 v6 and max tow package, 4.10 axle ratio to tow a and a rv trailer…rather than buying a rv trailer 1st and figuring out the truck won’t or shouldn’t tow it. So what would you do if it was your Jeep gladiator? I would like to maximize the rv trailer weight/ length to safely tow. I will use this information to set the parameters for the trailer purchase. I know I need a trailer brake controller, some type of suspension support - which one ? And…? I appreciate your help and advice. Thank you

asked by: Bobby G

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According to the owners manual for your 2021 Jeep Gladiator Sport with the Max Tow Package and Gas engine you can tow a trailer up to 7,650lbs with a tongue weight up to 765lbs. Personally I wouldn't want to tow anything over 6,000lbs depending on where you plan to tow your trailer as even though your Jeep can pull more it will likely struggle on steep hills and in high elevations where the power is reduced due to oxygen levels.

I recommend the Redarc Tow-Pro Liberty Brake Controller # RED24FR as you will need a brake controller. The Redarc is great as it only uses a small visible knob rather than a large box that sticks out on your dash. This will connect to your Jeep using the Plug-and-Play Wiring Harness # RED93RR as you have the tow package. You can also use the Universal Mounting Panel # 331-TPSI-001 to give the knob a more factory appearance.

I feel that the Equal-i-zer Weight Distribution System # EQ37060ET is going to be the best for this weight rating. This hitch is rated for trailers up to 6,000lbs with a tongue weight of 200-600lbs. Be sure to find out the dry tongue weight of any trailer you look at and then account for any added weight for propane tanks, batteries and gear. The hitch will come with a 2" ball that you will need a 1-7/8" 12pt Thin Walled Socket # ALL643216 to install. Or you can get a 2-5/16" Hitch Ball # EQ91-00-6100 for the larger coupler.

expert reply by: Bud M

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Answer 1

I have another option for you, but the Timbren Active Off-Road Bumpstops - Rear Suspension - 3,000 lbs #T86FR you were looking at for your 2020 Jeep Gladiator is not designed to prevent sag from towing a trailer, but instead is designed to give you…

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Choosing the correct rear suspension enhancement for your 2022 Jeep Gladiator will depend on how much sag you are actually getting and if you want to have something that is adjustable or not. The SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs #SS62XR will be…

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Great question. I recommend the sumo springs for sure: SumoSprings Solo Custom Helper Springs - Rear Axle #SS62XR. This type of solid helper spring is a great choice for any vehicle that has the potential to go off road. Who wants to worry about…

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The SumoSprings Solo Helper Springs #SS62XR you were looking at for your 2021 Jeep Gladiator measure in at 5-1/2" tall and 3-3/8" wide as shown in the included diagram. I included a video review of the #SS62XR for you to take a look at.

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A 4-Way trailer connector has the basic lighting functions only; running lights, left turn signal and brake lights, right turn signal and brake lights, and ground. A 7-Way has these functions and a 12 volt circuit, a circuit for electric trailer…

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The difference between the Class II and Class III hitches has to do with their Gross Trailer Weight (GTW), their Tongue Weight (TW), and their Hitch Receiver Size. Class II trailer hitch receivers have a 1-1/4 inch receiver and can be rated up to…

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For sag from towing a trailer the best recommendation I can make is actually a weight distribution system. Suspension enhancement will help level your truck while towing. But the advantage to a weight distribution system is that it levels the vehicle…

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In order to determine the torque rating for the lug nuts on your trailer you will need to know check out the chart I attached that shows all of the torque specs for all the trailer lugs available based on stud size, wheel material and wheel size.

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Answer 9

Hey Cory, thanks for reaching out! The Replacement Support Leg #TH33VK is for the 8-1/2" long Thule HideAway awnings which is what I believe will be a better match than the part #TH48VK you referenced, which is for a 10' long HideAway…

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Generally speaking bearing grease has so little water in it that significant expansion due to freezing temperatures is unlikely. Higher operating temperatures within the hubs while underway would potentially thin the grease but again not cause much…

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Hey Dave, The Curt Custom Tail Light Wiring Kit for Towed Vehicles #C96JR would not be intertwined or interfere with the Blue Ox Patriot #BLU37TR. This wire harness is simply plugging into the motorhome and Gladiator tail lights to copy the light…

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The OEM prep package consists of 4 "pucks" in the bed of the truck that will allow you to drop in puck style hitches for easy installation and removal, that gives you a completely clear bed when not in use. The B&W Companion OEM 5th…

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