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   Before leaving for Utah I weighed the tongue and adjust so I had about 375 pounds on it. That is about 12% of the loaded pod weight. The Tacoma pulled the pod just fine. We drove for about 15 hours down and back in very strong winds. The truck worked hARD sometimes but pulled the pod well. I don't have the extra anti sway bars and the pod was still stable. 

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mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Topic: Newby with questions Posted: 28 May 2017 at 7:13pm
	Before leaving for Utah I weighed the tongue and adjust so I had about 375 pounds on it. That is about 12% of the loaded pod weight. The Tacoma pulled the pod just fine. We drove for about 15 hours down and back in very strong winds. The truck worked hARD sometimes but pulled the pod well. I don't have the extra anti sway bars and the pod was still stable.

mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 3:34pm
	I checked with my local trailer shop and they have a slightly use Fastway E2 that they will install for total of $225. Sounds like a score.

mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:24am
	Yes, I have the HR (Hood River)edition. I've only towed it on one trip, as we bought it just before the winter set in. Didn't notice any excess sway at speed on the interstate with semis etc. We'll have to see how it handles the cross winds on trips this spring. Likely will install a WDH. Needless to say we are really excited about having the pod.

texman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 24 Jul 2014 Location: TeXas Online Status: Offline Posts: 446	Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:15am
	i added a lift kit to the pod. The kit raises the pod at the axle giving the pod more ground clearance and less likely to drag the jacks or sewer drains on something. The kit is a piece of steel that fits between the frame and axle of the pod. I like the lift it gave, but i think it does cause the pod to be a bit more of a wind catcher and it does raise the center of gravity as well. If you have an HRE edition, it is already lifted. dont have a pic of the actual lift kit, just of the pod after the lift.
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mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 10:08am
	Thanks Tracy. I am thinking of upgrading to a full size truck for more towing power and less down-shifting of the Tacoma. Maybe a late model Tundra or Silverado. I'll just have to see how the Tacoma does this summer. You said "I really think that when added the lift to the pod, it did contribute to sway." Can you clarify?

texman Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Senior Member Joined: 24 Jul 2014 Location: TeXas Online Status: Offline Posts: 446	Posted: 21 Apr 2017 at 9:20am
	Mario I have a 2015 182g, they are the pick of the litter (i think) Anyway, i tow with a Tundra crew max 5.7ltr and i am looking at getting a WDH with sway control. I have made many trips with a normal hitch and no problems. I really think that when added the lift to the pod, it did contribute to sway. But, I live and travel in the windiest, gustiest part of the world i think. I just dont like getting a wiggle at 70mph, no matter how small. sure i could slow down, and i do. But the wind and the trucks on interstates are not enjoyable, especially crossing winds and wind shadows. fwiw.
	TexMan 2015 182g 2018 Sequoia TexManMods

Leo B Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List podders Helping podders - pHp Joined: 13 Jan 2012 Location: Lyndonville, VT Online Status: Offline Posts: 4518	Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 9:09pm
	Welcome to the group!!
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	I think you are on the right track, you will be an expert soon.
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mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 7:05pm
	PS. I plan to weigh the pod on a scale so that I know for certain its weight.

mario Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Newbie Joined: 20 Apr 2017 Location: MT Online Status: Offline Posts: 30	Posted: 20 Apr 2017 at 7:01pm
	Great information. Sounds like the outfit would benefit from a WDH. So you know, the yellow tag on this unit says the dry weight is 3071 lbs. I estimate that Ill be carrying maybe 300 lbs of gear, which would be a total of about 3371 lbs. I weighed the tongue today and it was 370 lbs, which is about 11 % of the total weight of the trailer (dry). So it looks that it's within the 10-15% range.