Tips to Easily & Safely Load Toy Haulers

If you are a beginner, loading your toy hauler can seem like a daunting task. Don’t worry; here’s all you need to easily and securely load your rig. Toy haulers are built to carry bulky cargo in their rear storage space. This includes your powersports vehicles, dirt bikes, bicycles, and more. However, if you don’t load your cargo correctly, you may end up damaging the rig and the cargo during transit. Also, you may have to make stops to rearrange the cargo, which will take away the fun and delay your schedule.

We at White Sands RV in Summerdale, Alabama, would like you to effortlessly head off to your favorite campground in a jiffy. Head to our store if you want to upgrade your toy hauler, get it serviced, or learn more tips to maximize your investment. We also serve our customers in Mobile and Pensacola.

Readying Your Toy Hauler for the Trip

Before you start loading the camper, it is a good idea to inspect it to see that everything is in good working condition. This includes the tires, the lights, the mirrors, and so on.

Use a tire pressure gauge to see if your tires are at the recommended pressure (refer to the owner’s manual to confirm this) and if the tread patterns are good. Install some LED lights to boost the visibility of your rig, especially if you are expecting foggy or rainy weather conditions ahead. Ensure that the headlights, brake lights, and signals are bright enough for other motorists to notice you easily.

Your RV will be loaded with heavy cargo during the trip. This makes it even more important for you to follow safe driving practices on the road. One way to ensure this will be to make use of the mirrors. At this point, check to see if the mirrors are correctly positioned so that the entire rig as well as parts of the road around you, are clearly visible on them. While you cannot avoid all the blind spots, you still can minimize them.

Weight Distribution

An even distribution of weight is of utmost importance for all RVs carrying heavy loads. Follow the general 60-40% ratio while you are loading it. Place 60% of the load in the front and 40% at the rear. Keeping 10-12% of the load closer to the hitch is a better option when loading toy haulers. Also, remember to keep the weight evenly distributed from the left to the right side.

Loading

Choose an area with flat and stable ground to load your rig. Ensure that the toy hauler and your toy vehicle are both steady during the loading process. Set the loading ramp at the lowest angle and avoid pushing the accelerator too hard. Once you have completely pulled in, set the brake, and turn off the engine. Avoid leaving a motorized vehicle running in such a compact space.

Securing the Rig

Once the cargo has been loaded, you will want to secure it, so it won’t move around during transit. Make use of the tie-downs that came with the rig and add more if needed. You can also use the vehicle’s natural suspension to secure it well.

We hope this is useful and you can load and secure your cargo like a pro. If you still need help, connect with our service experts. And, if you want to look at our collection of toy haulers for sale, head to the White Sands RV dealership in Summerdale, Alabama. We also proudly serve our friends in Mobile and Pensacola.