New to RVing while eyeballing the 16ML

**Second Chance** · 01-12-2023, 08:22 AM

Originally Posted by ChrispyjCSLT22

Umm, was there another thread?

Yes - look at the first two posts in this thread.

Rob

**NB Canada** · 01-12-2023, 08:25 AM

Originally Posted by ChrispyjCSLT22

I see.. I didn't know that, btw, the ex GF comment was for comedy.. its just me and has been for a while. I'm not sure I'll have 700lbs worth of stuff for myself..

but are you suggesting against a trailer this size let alone this actual trailer?

It wouldn’t be a trailer I would want because of the low cargo capacity but I can’t decide that for you
Just making you aware you likely will be over. Will that matter… maybe. It could leave to suspension issues or could be fine
Tandems have a higher cargo capacity generally
Most don’t think they will add a lot of weight,700 lbs sounds like a lot, but it adds up quickly especially adding more power needs
Good luck

**ChrispyjCSLT22** · 01-12-2023, 08:27 AM

Originally Posted by Second Chance

Yes - look at the first two posts in this thread.

Rob

I didn't think the first thread went through.. I took too long to write it and when I clicked submit I got an error... Then checked the forums and it never showed up so I created another one.

**ChrispyjCSLT22** · 01-12-2023, 08:30 AM

Originally Posted by NB Canada

It wouldn’t be a trailer I would want because of the low cargo capacity but I can’t decide that for you
Just making you aware you likely will be over. Will that matter… maybe. It could leave to suspension issues or could be fine
Tandems have a higher cargo capacity generally
Most don’t think they will add a lot of weight,700 lbs sounds like a lot, but it adds up quickly especially adding more power needs
Good luck

I see.. the AIM pkg also includes untamed terrain tires.. a much beefier tire than the standard.. I like the 17MKE, but its gone up in price and no azdel in the sidewalls like the AIM trailers have.

**Second Chance** · 01-12-2023, 08:32 AM

Originally Posted by ChrispyjCSLT22

I didn't think the first thread went through.. I took too long to write it and when I clicked submit I got an error... Then checked the forums and it never showed up so I created another one.

That's because your first post after joining contained a link (to the GD web site). First posts with links automatically go into moderation and have to be approved by a moderator before they appear.

As far as weights are concerned, units typically come off the line weighing a couple of hundred pounds more than the brochure weights stated and don't include batteries, propane, fresh water, etc. The package with the extra solar panel and inverter will also add weight... it all adds up and, on a single-axle trailer, can result in a very low cargo carrying capacity.

Rob

**ChrispyjCSLT22** · 01-12-2023, 08:43 AM

Originally Posted by Second Chance

That's because your first post after joining contained a link (to the GD web site). First posts with links automatically go into moderation and have to be approved by a moderator before they appear.

As far as weights are concerned, units typically come off the line weighing a couple of hundred pounds more than the brochure weights stated and don't include batteries, propane, fresh water, etc. The package with the extra solar panel and inverter will also add weight... it all adds up and, on a single-axle trailer, can result in a very low cargo carrying capacity.

Rob

it seems even for just me this might not be the rig... I like the 17MKE as its a tandem axle but no azdel in the sidewalls like the AIM has

**NB Canada** · 01-12-2023, 10:36 AM

Originally Posted by ChrispyjCSLT22

it seems even for just me this might not be the rig... I like the 17MKE as its a tandem axle but no azdel in the sidewalls like the AIM has

There are lots of tandems with azdel. Coachmen is one

**ChrispyjCSLT22** · 01-12-2023, 11:06 AM

Originally Posted by NB Canada

There are lots of tandems with azdel. Coachmen is one

ty for your perspective. I will check them out in tampa next week.

bottomline is you don't suggest the 16ML correct?

**NB Canada** · 01-12-2023, 11:26 AM

Originally Posted by ChrispyjCSLT22

ty for your perspective. I will check them out in tampa next week.

bottomline is you don't suggest the 16ML correct?

For me? No. Can’t determine that for anyone else

**ChrispyjCSLT22** · 01-12-2023, 11:32 AM

Originally Posted by NB Canada

For me? No. Can’t determine that for anyone else

Understood. but it sounds like you don't advise single alxes period.. Which I could understand.. that is my I am here..

I was really impressed with the build quality of the Grand Designs.

last question of the day, what are your thoughts about IBEX and No bouundaires? just in case you know