Hello Everyone,
Does anybody tow a 16 ft Scamp with a Toyota Tacoma 4 cylinder?
What are your thoughts / comments about doing so?
Thank You,
Tony
Tue, 07/19/2016 - 17:07
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Towing Capability
I think there are some here who have done so.
The vehicle specifications are the best place to start for this discussion, so it may depend on the year of the tacoma and the year of the Scamp. A general google search for the taco will give you the tow rating for that year with your specs. For the scamp, "the older the lighter" is a good rule of thumb.
There is also a "google custom search" feature on the left border of this forum as you scroll down. I would search there for "tacoma" or even "tacoma 4 cyl" and "tacoma 4 cylinder" to see some discussions on this pairing. I don't think it is uncommon.
Hello Keith,
Thank you for the info on searching.
I'm a newbie to the forum and not real familiar with how things are set up.
Tony O.
It is a bit tricky to find that google custom search bar, but once you do it really opens up all the forum has to offer. I hope you find some good information.
ETA: Here is a link to some pretty good Tacoma specific towing information in case you are having trouble finding that.
I would not do it. Scamps are highly understated for weights. We have a 6 cylinder Ford Escape and it tows valiantly. Our Scamp weighs in excess of 1800 pounds, and that borders on the ultimate limit of towing capability of your 4 cylinder. We are even at some point in our future trading it in for a Ford F-150 3.5 6 cylinder turbo, rated at towing in excess of 8000 pounds! It's the transmission that is also a big factor. So, a 6 cylinder is essential in towing a 16 Scamp.
<p>Doug Allen 2016 Ford F-150 2018 Lance 1575</p>
I agree with Doug. My 07 Tacoma V6 pulled our 16' thru Colorado great. Wouldn't want to do it with a 4 cylinder.
Which Tacoma? Year, body style, etc.
Which 4 cyl engine? 2.7?
What transmission? 4 spd auto? 5 spd auto? 5 speed manual?
What gear ratio in rear end?
Generally, I agree with the advice given above, but specifics make a huge difference. Tacoma is typically rated for 3500 lbs, but since it is close, these details matter greatly.
Finally, which Scamp 16? Weight ranges, depending on floorplan, bath, options, water heater, furnace, A/C etc. About a 600 pound swing in the various units, so again, details and specifics are important.