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Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-22-2023, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 740
Posted By k.darwin
Thanks for the answer @Ray,IN. As it turns out,...

Thanks for the answer @Ray,IN. As it turns out, the owner's manual for my new truck has my answer.

The recommend WDH for loaded trailers 5,000 lbs or more. And the WDH should be adjusted to...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-17-2023, 12:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 886
Posted By k.darwin
Hitch weight should be 10% to 15% of actual...

Hitch weight should be 10% to 15% of actual trailer weight. How much weight is actually on the axle? With 400 lbs on the hitch, I'd expect the axle to be carrying about 3000 - 3600 lbs.

Be...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-17-2023, 12:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,621
Posted By k.darwin
Assuming you don't go over GVWR, GAWR, GCWR ......

Assuming you don't go over GVWR, GAWR, GCWR ... (do the math)

Whether it is good or not depends on your terrain and expectations.

My story - Towing a 2108 with a Tacoma V-6. The taco is rated...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-17-2023, 12:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,551
Posted By k.darwin
I've used the Anderson for 5 years on my Micro...

I've used the Anderson for 5 years on my Micro Minnie 2106 with three different tow vehicles. Has worked well in all cases.

The brackets moved just a little bit at first so I pulled out the allen...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 10-16-2023, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 740
Posted By k.darwin
Upgraded my truck - still need WDH?

I was towing my 2106 Micro Minnie with a Colorado diesel. Used the Anderson hitch which has built-in sway control. Worked fine.

I upgrade my truck to a 3/4 ton diesel. Do you think I still need...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 10-16-2023, 01:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 665
Posted By k.darwin
Can't keep my awning dry. Micro Minnie 2106DS

I live in OR and it rains here all winter long. My Micro Minnie 2106DS lives outside. Over the years I notice the awning gets wet inside when it rains even with the awning rolled up.

I tried...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 05-16-2019, 03:41 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,137
Posted By k.darwin
I tow my 2106DS with a Tacoma V6 with manual...

I tow my 2106DS with a Tacoma V6 with manual transmission and it does fine. Mountains in OR can be a challenge but I'm no slower than the tractor/trailer rigs so I'm fine with that. RPMs are my...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 08-25-2018, 04:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,371
Posted By k.darwin
I have not lifted mine yet. I will do it myself...

I have not lifted mine yet. I will do it myself if I do. The factory adds some L brackets to the top of the axle when lifter. The DUIer would have to home brew something.

I will try to post some...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-07-2018, 07:25 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,453
Posted By k.darwin
My tires are 205/75/14 load range D. With 4 of...

My tires are 205/75/14 load range D. With 4 of them I have more load capacity than I do axle capacity so clearly running at max PSI is over-kill.

I believe anyone who just says to run the tires...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-05-2018, 10:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,396
Posted By k.darwin
Same here. Maiden voyage with the 2106DS. ...

Same here. Maiden voyage with the 2106DS. Everything worked fine. There were some small issues with the rig at the start but I fixed the main ones at home (easy fixes) and the other small things...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-02-2018, 05:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,453
Posted By k.darwin
Well the sidewall number is the max for the tire...

Well the sidewall number is the max for the tire to achieve max load carrying capacity, not the recommended pressute for any specific vehicle. My P-metric truck tires are sidewall rated at 51 psi...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-01-2018, 11:09 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,453
Posted By k.darwin
Yes, weighing it is on the list, but this trip we...

Yes, weighing it is on the list, but this trip we don't go past the scale.

I weighed my Winnie Drop and the weight came within a couple hundred pounds of the literature. Except for hitch weight...
Forum: Towing, Hitching and Vehicles 06-01-2018, 10:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,351
Posted By k.darwin
I went with the Anderson hitch system. It is...

I went with the Anderson hitch system. It is light weight, has great sway control and does OK with weight distribution. You have a smallish trailer to tow with a big truck so you won't need lots of...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-01-2018, 09:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,371
Posted By k.darwin
OK, I have my 2106DS home now. No lift, 14"...

OK, I have my 2106DS home now. No lift, 14" tires. The rear stab jacks and drain pipe look low, BUT, I am able to get into and out of my driveway with no issues. There is actually a tad more...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 06-01-2018, 09:45 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,453
Posted By k.darwin
Tire pressure - check my math please.

Micro Minnie. 3900 lbs dry, I estimate 4500 lbs or less for a weekend trip. Four tires, each rated at 2040 lbs at 65 psi.

2040 lbs divided by 65 psi = 31.38 lbs-load / psi

4500 lbs trailer...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-23-2018, 07:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,371
Posted By k.darwin
I'm not in mountains but my town is hilly, and...

I'm not in mountains but my town is hilly, and being in a non-snow area, they don't think twice about making steep hills.

My concern is the dip going from the crown in the street to my ever so...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-23-2018, 07:27 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,628
Posted By k.darwin
Thanks. I'm not sure that anyone would have done...

Thanks. I'm not sure that anyone would have done any real research / measurement to see how a 7% reduction in frontal area would impact towing ... but it was worth a shot

:)
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-22-2018, 08:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,371
Posted By k.darwin
Does your Micro 21xx drain line hit the driveway?

Looking at a 2106DS. I notice the gray/black drain outlet is fairly low and near the back of the unit. I'm concerned about it hitting ground when backing the trailer into the driveway.

Have you...
Forum: Winnebago Travel Trailers 04-22-2018, 08:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,628
Posted By k.darwin
7 Feet wide for easier towing?

My Drop is 6.5' wide. The Micro we're considering is 7. Most trailers are 8. Does the narrowness of the Micro make any appreciable difference in towability?
Forum: Welcome Mat 04-22-2018, 08:17 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 550
Posted By k.darwin
Hi From OR.

Keith here.

I have a Winnie Drop 1710 and am seriously considering upgrading to a Micro Minnie. Or maybe an R-POD or Retro (likely not, but still, ....)

Looking forward to getting some input...
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