Waltzing Matilda
Advanced Member
Good evening- I'm a new member to this forum, since I'm considering purchasing a 2014 X139 for Baja travel and wanted to learn from other members.
I have a Mazda B4000 with tow kit rated at 5000 lbs- but it was lifted a few inches by a previous owner. The truck has a V6/4L engine with good power- do I need to be concerned about this added height? Will it effect the balance/center of gravity of the trailer?
I'm thinking I may flip the axles on the trailer to lift it up for better clearance, and also to match the truck level.
Also: is the X139 weight reasonable for this truck, along with a Callen camper shell? I bought the shell used, and the company is no longer in business- so I don't know the weight. It's several hundred pounds- and actually the truck rides better with the added weight (it has very stiff suspension).
I would prefer to leave the camper on. The goal is to set up the trailer at remote camps in Baja and be able to drive the truck as needed to resupply etc.
Thanks for your thoughts on the height/weight/camper issues.
I have a Mazda B4000 with tow kit rated at 5000 lbs- but it was lifted a few inches by a previous owner. The truck has a V6/4L engine with good power- do I need to be concerned about this added height? Will it effect the balance/center of gravity of the trailer?
I'm thinking I may flip the axles on the trailer to lift it up for better clearance, and also to match the truck level.
Also: is the X139 weight reasonable for this truck, along with a Callen camper shell? I bought the shell used, and the company is no longer in business- so I don't know the weight. It's several hundred pounds- and actually the truck rides better with the added weight (it has very stiff suspension).
I would prefer to leave the camper on. The goal is to set up the trailer at remote camps in Baja and be able to drive the truck as needed to resupply etc.
Thanks for your thoughts on the height/weight/camper issues.