doc foster

Nicely done!

That spot sure beats the spot i had in the Cody Walmart last summer. You can easily spend the day in that museum, we spent about 5 hours there and had to move on. I highly recommend it if you are in the area - https://centerofthewest.org/explore/buffalo-bill/

I agree, I believe the Tacoma is not up to the task of hauling an Elite II. Sure it could pull it, but not necessarily safely, especially when towing in the mountains. I would most likely go with the Tundra or traditional 1/2 ton truck. Thanks for the input.

This was my Tacoma and SOB several years ago.

A recent Trailer Life article paired a Tacoma and the Elite II, stating that the Tacoma is more than up to the task. I question this, as the rated towing capacity of the Tacoma is 6,400 pounds. Now given the 4600 pound dry weight of the Elite II, add in 300-400 pounds for water and propane, that brings us up to about 5000 pounds. Add in some options, and most likely a generator in a tray on the tongue, plus all gear, clothing, food, etc. I am sure one could quickly get to 6ooo pounds or more. I am definitely thinking about the Elite II in the future, and I had a Tacoma in the past and loved it for towing a 19' SOB trailer, but I don't think that truck and trailer would make such a good match. I would most likely have to move up to the Tundra if I stayed with a Toyota. Is there anyone towing an Elite II with a Tacoma? I see that some tow the Elite I with a Tacoma, but the Elite is about 1200 pounds less than the Elite II. Who has weighed their Elite II fully loaded?