towing vehicles?

We purchased a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder just prior to taking a long trip this summer. We drove 4194 miles and averaged 12.4 mpg for the trip. We were towing for most of the miles and when on freeways, going 60-70 mph - probably averaging 65 and pushing it up to 75 sometimes on the day we drove home from northern Texas. We also were pretty heavy - found out we don't need about a third of the stuff we packed. We are in love with the Pathfinder. Tows like a dream and when not towing, it's very quiet and handles beautifully.      Happy Shopping!!

Originally posted by techntrek Originally posted by wallawallaron [QUOTE=Camper Bob]Just to add more fodder to this post.  I am needing to replace our Tahoe next year.  I looked at the Honda SUV, not sure of the model. Very interesting.  Now has increased their towing capacity to 4500 lbs.  Honda has had the least number of recalls of the Japanese manufacturers.  Toyota seems to be leading with the number of recalls they have had.  I still can't forgive or forget Ford and their fiasco with the Pinto fuel tanks.  Penny pinching killed a great number for want of a 50 cent fix.  For me either another Tahoe in the $50K range or the Honda for about $35k.  Do some serious comparisons, before purchasing.  Safe Travels.  Gee Bob, sounds like you would never buy a Ford F 150 over something happened over 30 years ago. Better not buy  Japanese made car because of WWII.  To each there own.  You could say even more money and just replace the transmission with a new one now . I hope you find the TV you want but please no more lame reasons not to buy a very good product. WWR

There are companies that I won't support for things they did to me in the past, or policies they hold today.

We work hard to keep this forum pleasant and open to everyone, let's keep the insults out of it.

I think you are way over sensitive.  Its O.K. to complain about something that happened over 30 yrs ago but to state my view and state another example which was just as lame doesn't sit well with your sensitive soul. Sorry about that I guess you won't have to listen to my view anymore . This form has become way to sensitive for me.  Read his post over he is the one complaining  about something that happened 30years ago. So long happy poding. P. S. Your view of a insult is you opinion,none was felt on this end.

Originally posted by Camper Bob We're approaching 90,000.  When the odometer hits 100,000 it falls off the Blue Book price guide.  Want to have some residual value to use as a down payment on new vehicle.  I'm sure many have vehicles that have twice the mileage, but would rather not be in Possum Trot Falls, Idaho when the tranny gives up.  New car, new warranty.  Plus, don't want to have to make payments on new $50K auto with no down payment.  Capice?  Safe Travels.

 

Originally posted by wallawallaron I think you are way over sensitive.  Its O.K. to complain about something that happened over 30 yrs ago but to state my view and state another example which was just as lame doesn't sit well with your sensitive soul. Sorry about that I guess you won't have to listen to my view anymore . This form has become way to sensitive for me.  Read his post over he is the one complaining  about something that happened 30years ago. So long happy poding. P. S. Your view of a insult is you opinion,none was felt on this end.

Saying his opinion is lame just because it doesn't agree with yours is childish.  Opinions differ - look at Washington right now, I'm currently unemployed because of their differing opinions - that doesn't mean you can call names and claim yours is better.

Techntrek, thanks for your level head. keep up the good advice. as the drama wears on there are a host of things one can do. If you like your t.v. and its getting some miles on the clock, think about doing some repair/replacements a little at a time. Research your t.v.'s weak points. change the fuel filter every 30k miles. service the cooling system every 50k miles. I service my transmission every 50k miles. I am approaching 100k miles and am going to do the following. at 100k the recommended maint by g.m. spark plug replacement, service both front and rear differentials, service the transmission and transfer case and change the coolant. at 125k I am going to replace the alternator and serpentine belt tensioner. at 150 k the fuel pump and starter. I should make a good run into 200k miles and by that time I will be looking for a change. I own an A.C. Delco Tech shop so I have a slight edge on costs. but I figure the things I have planned will be about 4 car payments. g.m. has a good record on transmissions holding up. Cross your fingers and go for it.