Tow rating on a 1996-1997 fleetwood pace arrow

[Mark Howes]

Bobby

Chances are it has a factory 3000 - 5000 lb hitch on it but there are some areas to look at before hitching up

Few things to consider

-length of motorhome/overhang (can affect handling)
-beef of frame to the back bumper?
- I think Ford has 16" rims/Chev should be 19.5" (better tires and less sidewall)

You will want to consider boxing/beefing the hitch both to prevent chassis flex and Motorhome Delamination as well as peace of mind that the trailer stays attached

The last two years I towed with a '99 Chev chassis (31' Motorhome)
454 vortec and a 4sp 4L80E
towed a 20' V nose with a Super Stock car with no issues

Feel free to PM me for more details

[Bobby Fazio]

Ok the Chevy is 30' long and the ford is 34' long. Can I take it to a shop to get a stronger hitch put on? Also, what are the most common problems with motorhomes and what should I be looking for as soon as I get in it?

[Paul Precht]

Originally Posted by Bobby Fazio

Ok the Chevy is 30' long and the ford is 34' long. Can I take it to a shop to get a stronger hitch put on? Also, what are the most common problems with motorhomes and what should I be looking for as soon as I get in it?

Call John at DRC race products 570-658-3515. He did a great job on my old motorhome hitch, his craftsmanship is a work of art.

[Mark Howes]

Bobby,

Look for the following

* Any Delman? Roof in Good Shape?
*Open every compartment and feel around the roof for soft or wet spots
*Exhaust Manifolds - Make sure no leaks or broken studs
*Try to test all appliances Fridges, AC's etc. are very expensive to fix

You can beef up the hitch. Not a big job. The less overhang the better.

The bigger the tire and weight rating the better

[Bobby Fazio]

Thank you Mark.

[Bob Bender]

Bobby call me. The coach I use has a redone hitch. You can see it in coatesville.