Thread: Perfect Tow vehicle?

Quote: Originally Posted by lylevg Rich and Christina: Here is our experience, as limited, as it is. September of ‘08, we purchased a new ’08 GMC Yukon ½ ton hybrid (2wd). We have two daughters that live in Northern California, (San Mateo & Modesto). Every couple months we take a trip to visit them and the grandkids. We take I-5 from, our home in San Diego to Los Banos and then either the 152 to San Mateo or the 165 to Modesto. For...

Quote: Originally Posted by BillTex really? That does not sound right.. I didn't think so myself, but it is in the owner's manual. '02 Silverado 2500HD, 4x2, 6.0, gas. GVW 8600 tow capacity 7600. If it had the 4.10 gear in the rear end, it would be 9000 tow capacity, gvw still 8600. Now, back to the OP's question... I'm not sure about the F150 and the claimed 10,000 pound tow capacity, but most people would agree a...

Quote: Originally Posted by 310astream Wow, two subs and 25 footer. That's got to be a long train goin' down the tracks! But, I'll bet you can pull any grade in the country like you're driving across Nebraska. Sorry 'bout that. Actually one Suburban does the trick quite well. The second Suburban is a back-up as we go so much. Brian

Quote: I generally don't even hook up the W/D torsion bars. Check your factory hitch rating on your truck (there should be a factory sticker on the hitch). Our AS dealer told me that I did not need to hook up the WD bars for short trips. In checking though, I when not using our Equalizer WD bars the F250 factory hitch is only rated at 6000 LBS MAX. 12,500 with WD. That puts us over on the hitch rating and squarely in legal trouble in...

Wow, you guys are great! Thanks for all the welcome and the great ideas. Based on all we read, and our overall needs I think we are headed toward a suburban with a 4.10 axle ratio. if there are other must have items, we are all ears. We are from the Boston area, but have a little place (plus children and grandchildren) in Montana and have children and grandchildren in California. Sick of the endless New England winters, so we plan on following...

Lyle & Margie there is a great article in this months Trailer life on tires and towing speed. I think you might find it interesting and informative and maybe even a life changing experience. Hope you aren't using Marathons.

Quote: Originally Posted by dryflyfisher We are planning to buy a 28' International CCD ( 7,600 Gross weight) and our current vehicle is not going to work. I would love to hear any recommendations for people who are super happy with their tow vehicle with this weight requirement. Also would love to hear any Do not even think of that warnings. Thanks, Rich and Christina Ready for the road........ I am and have been for 3 years towing a 28...

We have a Ford F250 Diesel. Moved up from an F150. We have several cross country trips under our belt since we acquired the diesel. Better fuel milage than gas, although more expensive most of the time. But, tons of torque and the knowledge that you can really tow just about anything. Just set the cruise control on the speed limit and relax. Even the Rockies were no match for the power. The only reason to slow down was descretion. You know the...

We tow our 04 28' International with a F-350 crew cab which is a bit overkill for this trailer. We owned the truck before the AS. Last TV was a Suburban 3/4 ton which was a great TV. Would work perfectly for this tow. In my opinion the diesel power is the way to go. We get between 13.5 and 14 mpg fully loaded with the kayaks on the racks. My suggestion would be a 3/4 ton Pick-up or Suburban. Also keep in mind the hitch set-up as well....

I am in the 3/4 ton camp also. I have a 2000 Excursion diesel with 175,000 miles at least 1/3 of it towing. I am still on the original automatic transmission. I tow a 25 Safari GVW 6,300 pounds. The Excursion tows in overdrive on the flat land and keeps up with traffic in the Rockies. Overall towing mileage is 11.5 but I tow at 65 mph and would tow faster if it were not for ST tires on the trailer. Solo mileage is 17. I am looking for a new...