Tow Vehicle - Event Date: 11 Aug 2017

CarMax will give you multiple pictures and details that dealers don't share well, which includes actual odometer figure, engine & specific package features, fuel economy ratings, and close-ups of even the condition of the tires. Prices are set, and sales assistants get a flat commission per unit sold only, and you can "reserve" a vehicle you've examined for almost a week guaranteeing that when you get to the store, you'll get first dibs. Pleasant place to buy. (Just a customer; don't know anybody that works there).

We think a half-ton pickup with that smooth & stable long wheelbase plus tow package with TOW/HAUL setting handles our RP 179 in a very stable & consistent way. I've gotten no indication that equalizer bars were necessary in our travels out here now, but then I remember how windy Wyoming was.

The other thought is... when not camping will you enjoy todays 1/2-ton pick ups? We do, but it's a big vehicle that doesn't fit everyone's home, habits and lifestyle. A back-up camera is really helpful in these things. (Aftermarket install for us).

I've gotten really comfortable with it on the narrow, windy and hilly roads of Western NC, even with the RPod behind it. It took about 6-9 months to learn exactly where the wheels were on any given road. Years of driving compact 4x4s, but this was a first full-sizer for me. Works for us.

Good luck with whatever pans out for you ! Just my two cents so far.

Brad & Layli

Western NC

RP179 Hood Riv Ed.

"BG" the 10 Tundra CrewMax