R-pod Owners Forum : Tacoma Vs Ridgeline

R-pod Owners Forum : Tacoma Vs Ridgeline https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : I need HELP!!! : Tacoma Vs Ridgeline Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Thu, 21 May 2026 14:15:17 +0000 Mon, 31 May 2021 19:17:19 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=14554 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : A 189's gross weight is about... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=143006#143006 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 31 May 2021 at 7:17pm

A 189's gross weight is about 1000 lbs less than a 192's. So I agree that a 5000 lb rated TV like a Ridgeline is ok for a 189, as my Highlander is for my 179. But not for a 192, as long as you don't go crazy loading the rig. But the 192 is just too much trailer for too little TV. ]]> Mon, 31 May 2021 19:17:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=143006#143006 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Thanks everyone - the new Tacoma... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=142995#142995 Author: AnnetteGary
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Posted: 31 May 2021 at 12:28pm

Thanks everyone - the new Tacoma is now sitting in the driveway. Picking up the R-pod 192 in a few weeks and then we have to learn to tow! a big adventure.

We'll be back here asking all kinds of questions about our new lifestyle fairly soon I'm sure -:)

Thanks again for the advice.

Annette and Gary

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Posted: 31 May 2021 at 11:32am

We tow 2016 189 with G2 Ridgeline just fine, without any mods. Very comfortable ride.]]> Mon, 31 May 2021 11:32:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=142993#142993 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Thanks so much for all the good... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141767#141767 Author: AnnetteGary
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 5:49pm

Thanks so much for all the good advice. It's pretty clear that the Ridgeline (which looks like a nice ride) is not the best vehicle for towing a 192.

Thanks

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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 5:38pm

Good point GlueGuy. From what I read the gen1 Ridgeline recommends against using a wdh, the Gen2 manual doesn't mention it. So it would be OK to use one on a Gen2 Ridgeline, but the 192 is too much trailer for a Ridgeline anyway.

Personally I really like the distinctive look of the Gen1 Ridgeline and wouldn't mind having one, but I think I'll stick with my Highlander which allows wdh use. The Gen2 Ridgeline looks like any other pickup to me.]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 17:38:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141766#141766 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : The other consideration for these... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141764#141764 Author: GlueGuy
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 4:39pm

The other consideration for these two particular vehicles is the use of a WDH. I know the Tacoma can handle a WDH, but I'm not certain about the Ridgeline. The Ridgeline is unibody construction, which is in itself OK, but makes for some specific requirements WRT use of a WDH. The area where the hitch attaches must be reinforced properly in order to take the torque of a WDH. ]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 16:39:27 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141764#141764 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Good but it's not really... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141760#141760 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 9:03am

Good but it's not really about power. The Ridgeline and Taco have good power. It's about handing the weight.]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 09:03:13 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141760#141760 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Thanks for the advice everyone.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141754#141754 Author: AnnetteGary
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 8:13am

Thanks for the advice everyone. I think we will go with the more powerful vehicle. So good to have this forum to ask!

Thanks, Annette and Gary

]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:13:28 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141754#141754 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Annette & Gary, I posted this... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141753#141753 Author: lostagain
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 8:03am

Annette & Gary, I posted this in response to your Highlander v. Pathfinder posting where the same question was posed:

Annette and Gary, please compare the gross vehicle weight of the trailer and the towing capacity of the vehicles you are considering to see if they are within the limits of towing capacity. If you look in the archives, you will see lots of points of view, but the folks who have engineering experience all seem to recommend giving yourselves a reasonable margin of safety in staying somewhat below the TV's towing capacity. The trailer you are proposing has a gross vehicle weight of around 4800 lbs, so a towing capacity of 5000 lbs would not really give you much of a margin of safety. You may want something that can handle 6000 or 7000 lbs. in towing capacity.

If you check the archives, you can find OG's link to a towing capacity calculator which is very helpful in determining if the vehicle you tow with, or want to tow with, can safely handle the load.

]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 08:03:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141753#141753 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : +1 to offgrid. I would also like... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141752#141752 Author: campman
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 7:21am

+1 to offgrid. I would also like to add, just in case, to ensure you purchase vehicle with a heavy duty tow pkg from the factory. It can be costly to try and upgrade after you buy it. Any other questions, lots of info available here already and questions are welcome!]]> Thu, 15 Apr 2021 07:21:16 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141752#141752 Tacoma Vs Ridgeline : Mistake number one here seems... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=14554&PID=141749#141749 Author: offgrid
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Posted: 15 Apr 2021 at 3:43am

Mistake number one here seems to be trying to tow too much trailer with too little tow vehicle. Either folks end up with an unsafe borderline or overweight rig or they have to leave batteries, water, gear, and toys at home. No fun.

The max gross weight of that trailer is about 4800 lbs. Your tongue weight will also probably be well over 600 lbs when you're loaded. And you need to leave capacity for gear and passengers in the truck. So a 5000 lb rated Ridgeline is much too light. A max tow rated Taco (I think it's 6800 lbs) would be OK but that would be the minimum I think.

Also consider a full size pickup. That would be a more comfortable tow, and many models get very good fuel economy nowadays not towing. Your fuel economy towing is going to be around 12-14 mpg regardless of what tow vehicle you get, so a big fuel tank is a plus especially if you like exploring more remote areas.
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Posted: 14 Apr 2021 at 9:49pm

We are about to become new 192 R pod owners and have to buy a tow vehicle. We are considering a used Toyota Tacoma or Ridgeline and wonder if people have any advice/experiences to share.

Thanks, Annette and Gary

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