New Caravan test Tow! Total confusion on weights and finding our first problems!

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  • @timkempster2030
    @timkempster2030 2 роки тому +10

    Car will be over weight (GVM) by the time you add tow ball down load weight to car GVM. Eg car weight is 2840kg with you in it + the misses then the caravan is going to put an extra say 100kg ( just a guess, you’ll need to weigh it) on the towball which adds to the car weight. So you’ll be 2840kg + 100kg + the misses.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Yep! Clicked on to the tow ball weight once I uploaded it, will have to strip a little more weight from the car

    • @timkempster2030
      @timkempster2030 2 роки тому +4

      @@JS_Adventure look up “Complete guide to heavy towing (GVM, GCM & ATM explained) | Auto Expert John Cadogan” he does a cracking video on it. You’ll have to watch your axle weights too

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate will do! By the looks of it the vans not a problem, the car just doesn’t have the capacity at all!

    • @timkempster2030
      @timkempster2030 2 роки тому +1

      @@JS_Adventure yeah it’s pretty close. How much fuel do you get in the sub tank ? Don’t fill it when towing. Those drawers are about 50kg I think. Take the back seats out again. What’s the van towball weight? It Should say on the compliance plate ( it won’t be 100% accurate you’ll need to weigh it ).
      I personally wouldn’t do a GVM upgrade. If Toyota wanted it to carry an extra 500kg they would of made them that way from the factory. If you did a GVM upgrade you’ll be putting an extra 500kg strain on an ageing car. Engine and transmission ( whole driveline) has to work harder to pull all that weight chassis has to work harder to keep it all up.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers! Yeah it’s definitely not worth a gvm upgrade so it might have to be the seats out again, unfortunately the tanks are joined so can only fill both at the same time. I’ve got a hold of tow ball weight scales and will have a look in the morning

  • @Dadsfishishingadventures
    @Dadsfishishingadventures 2 роки тому +1

    Hell yes, that’s awesome Jack can’t wait to see you and Soch back on the road

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! 🍻🍻 Can’t wait to be back on the road again!

  • @denniscalvert3390
    @denniscalvert3390 2 роки тому +4

    I also tow with a Prado (a lighter Van), a good vid to check out is Cam Wild (Wide Touring) on weighs, also it is recommended to tow in 4S, I have install a Scan Gauge to monitor the transmission temps.

    • @laziefrog
      @laziefrog 2 роки тому +2

      it is recommended to tow in S4,

  • @travelling_deans2283
    @travelling_deans2283 2 роки тому +1

    Be great to see ya both travelling around in a van
    Great to see you are looking at the weights big thumbs up 👍👍

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Can’t wait to be travelling around again mate! 🍻🍻

  • @sleepingaroundfromtowntoto4312
    @sleepingaroundfromtowntoto4312 2 роки тому +1

    Well done looks a lot more comfortable to what you been doing

  • @karenfrench4094
    @karenfrench4094 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video Jack. Thanks Mum and Dad for allowing the caravan loan we love their videos 💜💜💜💜 woohoo, Sorcha’s coming back. Jack you must be excited to see her.
    Look forward to seeing the next episode Jack. Keep up the good work 💜🍻
    The last video and others before them are just so interesting and places a great deal of us may not go to. So well done 👍

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers for the support Karen! 👍👍

    • @wayneramm7288
      @wayneramm7288 Рік тому

      Using a CBH Weigh Bridge won’t be accurate as dedicated scales
      I would suggest to give them a try as you may be better off weight wise than you think

  • @williamwalsh1399
    @williamwalsh1399 2 роки тому +2

    My 2020 prado as configured with bull bar, winch, extra battery plus other stuff like fridge, boxes of water and recovery gear tools was approx 2600. My caravan loaded was 2700. Basically with the towball download I have to leave the 2 fat kids at home.
    Fuel consumption went from 10 ltrs per 100k unhitched went to just under 20 litres per 100 k. Done a few km so pretty standard.

  • @petep7410
    @petep7410 2 роки тому +1

    Great video Jack. Yes, it’s a real juggling act managing vehicle and trailer weights. I look forward to seeing your progression. There would be so many caravaners out there driving around unknowingly overloaded. It’s only when an accident occurs and/or an insurance claim is made that they’d find out. Good to see you’re onto it.
    Cheers.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Cheers mate! Really only just looked into it and thought I would be fine! Turns out I’ve been overloaded for a fair while and a lot of other prado owners will be well and truly over the limit

    • @merv190
      @merv190 2 роки тому

      @@JS_Adventure , yep nearly every car van combo on the road is overloaded for sure. So are a lot of 4x4’s with canopies and campers on the back.

  • @kevanharding9716
    @kevanharding9716 2 роки тому +2

    I own a 2015 Prado 3ltr almost identical set up to yours ,we tow a 2.1 tonne van fully loaded water, food and clothes.
    Gvm upgrade to 3300kg car comes in under gcm tows quite well , average fuel is around 15 ltrs per 100.
    We tow with the auto in 4th and it actually doesn’t have any effect on fuel economy and takes load of trans and engine.
    I’m very happy with our set up 😊

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      There a bloody great car but it seems their only downfall is the GVM. It felt great towing so might have to look into a GVM upgrade in the future if we want to utilise the car a bit better

    • @laziefrog
      @laziefrog 2 роки тому +2

      it is recommended to tow in S4,

    • @davidwright1752
      @davidwright1752 2 роки тому +1

      Very important to tow in 4 th gear 5 is really a overdrive, Impressed with fuel economy.

  • @stevenicsadventures
    @stevenicsadventures 2 роки тому +2

    Hell yeah back in a van !! The Weights are a pain in the ass !! I’m still sorting mine 😂😂.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Can’t wait to be back in it full time! Tell me about it! Completely forgot about the towball down weight!

    • @stevenicsadventures
      @stevenicsadventures 2 роки тому +1

      @@JS_Adventure will be good to see you both back on the road again .. ps nice looking wood pile 😂😂

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      😂😂 Just getting it ready!

  • @offcampnandy7727
    @offcampnandy7727 2 роки тому +1

    G'day Jack, Welcome to the wobbly box club 😀😀😀having a full sized van is the way to go, pull ova, sort the awning out, 2 x chairs, drinks in hand, job done 👍👍👍, looking forward to your new travels 👍👍👍
    Cheers Andy

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! It already seems like a lot easier set up than the old van! Can’t wait to be back on the road!

  • @anthonyriley533
    @anthonyriley533 2 роки тому +1

    Good job on getting the car and van under weight. as other people have said remember to add your towball weight onto car, we decided it was worth getting ours put over the scales (caravan weigh guy) to get exact weights on ours before we set off to the big island (we're from tassie). Our Hybrid van was perfect 70kg under GVM but the ute was well over so at the last minute we had to get a GVM Upgrade.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Cheers mate! Have picked up a set of trailer ball scales and should have it sorted today, I’m leaving it really late for a GVM upgrade but also find it hard to justify an upgrade as it still doesn’t get me the GVM of a Ute

  • @timhaynes4967
    @timhaynes4967 2 роки тому +3

    It's such a nightmare to get your head around. Cam from @wildtouring did a great video on getting your head around it. I even stayed awake while watching it.

  • @tyyt3206
    @tyyt3206 2 роки тому +1

    This video is so funny and also great you are awesome

  • @ronrogers9610
    @ronrogers9610 2 роки тому +1

    Hi jack welcome to the nightmare of caravan towing weights you will be surprised how quick you fill up the van enjoy

  • @traciesmith7436
    @traciesmith7436 2 роки тому +6

    Your towball weight of van also has to be included in your gvm. Get a gvm upgrade on your car and you will be good.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Gotcha! Will strip more weight as a gvm upgrade isn’t an option at the moment

  • @dougneville9097
    @dougneville9097 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks mate,GCM,GVM,ATM is a pain but is something we have to be abide by.Thanks for
    the interesting vid👍🏾👴🏾.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! Certainly is and I’ve been oblivious to it in the past, still a little bit to go though!

  • @bobklincke4671
    @bobklincke4671 2 роки тому +1

    Having recently gone through this myself I would suggest you get the outfit professionally weighed. Some of the points of weight you cannot get at a public weigh bridge. When and if you are pulled over for a weight check they will check the weight load of your cars front axle, rear axle and tow ball. The angle of the van and proable the weight over each van axle. When I had mine weighed the load on each side of the car, van and same when hitched. A thorough and professional weigh will assist in determining how to manage weight distribution.

  • @trip42australia
    @trip42australia 2 роки тому +3

    Hey mate, it might be a good idea to get your set up weighed by a professional. You need to make sure that you haven’t overloaded your axles on the Prado. You also need to find out the tow ball weight, it’s normally about 10% of your van weight but when you hook the van up to the car the down force from the van (tow all weight) adds to the gvm on your car. A caravan weighing company will work it all out for you and show you how to move the loads around to better balance out the car and the van. Good luck

  • @rickdeed5656
    @rickdeed5656 2 роки тому +1

    dont forget to add your ball weight to your gvm most people forget about it and that can put you over, I had the same problem with my patrol

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! I did forget about it but hopefully by the end of the week and next episode I’ll have it sorted. Picked up a set of tow ball scales to check it out and go from there!

  • @Brocks-Travels
    @Brocks-Travels 2 роки тому +1

    For connecting the van and carlook at replacing the ball hitch setup with a McHitch setup. Its simplicity in itself to connect. Its fully articulating, so if the vav should roll the car wont go with it.

  • @johnpitt2742
    @johnpitt2742 2 роки тому +1

    depends where you load the caravan if the weight in the van is towards the front it may bring the van to leavel

  • @commonsense-grs
    @commonsense-grs 2 роки тому +2

    I love the Prado, I had one for years, but the it's GVM and GCM is just pathetic for a top selling 4WD, I know Toyota has finally upgraded the max tow rate they can tow now.
    I loved my Prado, but to do what you had to do, chunking out everything out of the car, I said no, it had to go.
    I did checkout a 200 LC, but would needed to rob the bank, even a 100 series with low k's was a big shock, the prices were just stupid.
    So went to our local caravan parks and talked to as many caravaners as I could and for me the only one I could afford and I know what you will say, it was a 2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 diesel.
    I'm talked to at least 25 owners towing some big vans and not one said it was a bad decision, most said, it's the best tow car they ever owned. So bit the bullet got a 2010 Jeep Grand cherokee V6 with very low k's for a great price and boy does it tow well, so much more power than the Prado, it's not funny and can tow up 3500kg. In over 5 years, only had to replace a front drive shaft CV bearing, $250, can't complain about that.

  • @fluffykitten8181
    @fluffykitten8181 2 роки тому +1

    Good luck you'll sort it

  • @boblewis4529
    @boblewis4529 2 роки тому +1

    You have to add the ball weight to the cars GVM.

  • @commonsense-grs
    @commonsense-grs 2 роки тому +1

    I know you like me, love the Prado, but trying to tow a medium caravan it just does do your head in. When I decided sell and with you having a Prado Kakadu, you will get very good money and there is so many better tow cars available in that price range.
    I did go with a Mazda BT50 for a while and it was a great tow car with plenty of GVM, but was not a ute fan, so that why I went with Jeep Grand Cherokee V6 diesel. I only went that way because of price, so I'm sure you will not go in the direction.
    The new Ford Everest Sport with the new V6 diesel looks like a great car, great tow car with good GVM and 3500Kg towing and close to what you may get for your Prado, it's only a thought thou.

  • @jamestanner9198
    @jamestanner9198 2 роки тому +1

    Tow ball weight goes onto car weight as well

  • @petermills1402
    @petermills1402 2 роки тому +1

    You must add towball mass! Ditch the side rails and rock sliders, roof rack and awning, these things will likely add up to the 100-150kg towball mass and you just don’t ‘need’ them.

    • @petep7410
      @petep7410 2 роки тому +1

      Very good point regarding the towball mass. The weight adds up quickly, particularly when accessories are added to the vehicle.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Yep, roof rack and awning and also the winch may be going, the scrub bars are a necessity for me in country WA as they add strength to the bullbar. Shouldn’t be hard to find the extra weight, and I’ve picked up a set of trailer ball scales

  • @davidriggs5116
    @davidriggs5116 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Jack,
    Yeh! Very confusing mate when it comes to weights. Mate what was the towball weight of vav, which of course adds weight to your gvm, l don't know if people realise that. It also helps to understand how to pack stuff in the van, it really does affect towing capability.
    Love the show mate keep it up.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! I completely forgot the tow ball weight and only realised once I’d finished the video, I’ve since picked up a set of trailer ball scales and will have it all sorted soon

  • @Billy-khalaf
    @Billy-khalaf Рік тому

    Hey mate, can you make a video while your towing can you show us the RPMs, speed gears how you tow on the highway if not all good mate.

  • @ianparmenter1704
    @ianparmenter1704 2 роки тому +1

    You will need to add 10% of the caravan weight to the weight of the prado for the tow ball down weight.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Cheers mate! Will address it in the next video and strip a bit more!

  • @jc7654
    @jc7654 2 роки тому +2

    it's funny that you are saying it a pain , truck driver's have to consider this exact same thing every day and every time they get loaded.

  • @flysoutbackadventures
    @flysoutbackadventures 2 роки тому +1

    The height of the tow hitch can be varied by way of getting a new hitch receiver into the Reece hitch. I have an adjustable one on mine so I can get the correct ride height of the van. So it doesn't ride high or low for that matter.
    PS - I'll be in Gero in a day or 2. And gladly lend u a hand with the van. GCM, ATM & GVM. Toe hitch weights. And axle weights. Info wise. And show what I have done.

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate adjustable hitch is on the way, unfortunately I’m in and out of town all weekend working so won’t have the time, but touch wood I’ll have it all sorted

  • @MrWarneet
    @MrWarneet 2 роки тому +1

    I have the coof right now, didn't catch it from the last episode did I??? :)

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      😂😂 Beats me how I got it as well!

  • @boblewis4529
    @boblewis4529 2 роки тому +1

    Number plate location on van needs to meet ADR specs.

  • @pieterloedolff2280
    @pieterloedolff2280 Рік тому

    Remove the Prado roof rack which weighs +-39 kg and the awning 25-29 kg. When the toe arrives I would also purchase a lighter caravan than the one you borrowed.

  • @Mick_4591
    @Mick_4591 2 роки тому

    Im not sure if you realise that the lic plate on the van needs to be relocated as its obscured by the jerry can.
    Also whats the axel weights of each axel?
    Did you weigh the van by it self? Dont forget the tow ball weight of the van gets added to your vehicles GVM

  • @jenkosgoldadventures
    @jenkosgoldadventures 2 роки тому +1

    You have to look at the towball weight too mate.. that’s added to the car weight

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Yep! Read about it after the video went up! 😂 Talk about a nightmare! Hopefully the next video I’ll address it!

  • @ianparmenter1704
    @ianparmenter1704 2 роки тому +1

    With your prado slipping in and out of 5th gear, does it have a sports mode? I know with my ranger (6 speed) the manual says not to tow in top gear but use the sports mode and this keeps it in 5th most of the time. Too much wear and tear using top gear.

  • @Romeo-kp8tc
    @Romeo-kp8tc 2 роки тому

    Yes , weights on caravans is a problem, most people I talk to don't understand GCM , GVM, GTM, ATM, Axle limits, ETC, There was a police blitz not far from me , as crow flies, You wouldn't believe it, but 100% of travellers had weight problems, Even those with upgrades, Glad you know your weights, Cheers Bevan 🤠❤️🇦🇺

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      Cheers mate! It’s an absolute pain which I completely forgot about towball weight so now have to strip some more! 😂

  • @freddyboots4146
    @freddyboots4146 2 роки тому

    Yes the other guys are right. GVM for car is not towing. When u tow you have to take ball weight of car. So gvm 2950. Less towball say 250. Means when towing your left with 2700 payload for car. Sounds like you need a gvm upgrade

  • @WheresmywingsRedBull
    @WheresmywingsRedBull 2 роки тому +1

    Do they charge to use the weigh bridge?

  • @paulholubecki6386
    @paulholubecki6386 2 роки тому +1

    What did dad tow it with

  • @Peter-wc4kr
    @Peter-wc4kr Рік тому

    Does the GVM only apply when towing? If the GVM does apply when you are not towing how would for example would an eight seater 2013 Toyota Tarago comply with 8 large adults in it? The GVM is 2430kgs - kerb weight 1795kgs = 635kg payload. This allows approximately 80kgs per passenger. It is not unimaginable all 8 people could easily be over the 80kg mark eg a football side being driven to a game. Also when they determine the kerb weight there they only put in 10ltrs of fuel, the fuel capacity is 65ltrs so you can add an another 55kg to the load.

  • @patryanlrd666
    @patryanlrd666 2 роки тому +5

    Probably get a professional out mate. Makes good content as well, always big views. Your rear draws are 100kg plastic boxes do the same job

  • @Bigadz967
    @Bigadz967 2 роки тому +2

    You don't know the ball weight that will take it over gvm.

  • @laurenvarley7476
    @laurenvarley7476 2 роки тому +1

    Get a mobile specialist to come out and do it for you. You might be getting rid of things for no reason

  • @briancsgarage5911
    @briancsgarage5911 2 роки тому

    The caravan number plate is not legal either. Needs to be visible from a 45 degree angle both sides and not obscured in any way.

  • @iansaunders8694
    @iansaunders8694 2 роки тому

    If you want to tow anything bigger than a box trailer you can't have any accessories on a Prado.

  • @johnjackman7622
    @johnjackman7622 2 роки тому +2

    lock your transmission in 4th while your towing or you’ll be buying a new transmission earlier than you want to.

    • @laziefrog
      @laziefrog 2 роки тому +2

      X2 Lock your transmission in S4

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers guys! Will do!

  • @bencostanzo2062
    @bencostanzo2062 2 роки тому

    Just get rid of the bag off the tyre, stuff moving a camera. Cheaper to un clip the bag than re wire the camera

  • @neildonald9263
    @neildonald9263 2 роки тому

    It all well and good having a GVM up grade on your car . I happy for you . But the down side is that. Your car licence may cover you .
    Eg. Car plus trailer.
    Eg boat caravan.
    Your car licence says you may not have a vehicle over 4500kgs. That's car plus ..........
    If your car plus trailer ... is over 4.5 Ton you need a LR licence that will take your driver licence to 8 ton . Your insurance will be invalid if you drive a vehicle plus trailer over 4.5 ton. Bit like you have a 250 motorbike licence and ride a 1100cc bike your braking the law have a talk to a police officer about it. Vehicle A may not go over 4.5 ton
    Vehicle A weight 2.8 ton +B can only weight 1.7 ton = 4.5 ton. That is everything as the car sits on the road. I have worked in transport for 30 years weigh vehicle.
    These caravan company will not tell you that your be driving outside your licence . Limits

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому

      All good mate I’ve got a heavy vehicle licence

  • @johncorlett3699
    @johncorlett3699 2 роки тому +1

    total nightmare, unless you are a mathematician..

  • @jimmycook872
    @jimmycook872 2 роки тому +1

    🇭🇲😀👍🍻🍻

  • @redbitter1232
    @redbitter1232 2 роки тому

    Hey mate just buy a truck

  • @jamestanner9198
    @jamestanner9198 2 роки тому +1

    Your still over tow ball weight goes onto the car 2000 kg van 200 kg onto your car

  • @meanderingmarnochs
    @meanderingmarnochs 2 роки тому

    Clueless

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the constructive criticism! 👍

  • @brentmcd12
    @brentmcd12 2 роки тому +1

    cool video ! 📹🛻😎🤙 congrats on getting this to use ! lucky ! can u get a GVM / GCM upgrade ?

    • @JS_Adventure
      @JS_Adventure  2 роки тому +1

      Cheers mate! 🍻 GVM/GCM upgrade is possible but I don’t think I’d really gain that much for the price. I’ll be tossing up between a GVM upgrade or maybe a new car some time next year to future proof our travels