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    Posted: 03 Aug 2017 at 5:30pm
Thanks David, looking forward to it!
We have kept the Grand Caravan. But now we will be exploring those spots "down the beach" at Capre Hatteras that have the real big fishApprove
 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 03 Aug 2017 at 2:40pm
Originally posted by Leo B

We just upgraded to an F -150 Super cab with the 5.0 in it. Can't wait to see how it tows.



I predict 2 things:

1. You will like it and,
2. You will have one of those "Ah ha" moments (so that's what the folks with the full size V8 vehicles are talking about). Though your Caravan is no slouch.

Congratulations!
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 03 Aug 2017 at 1:27pm
We just upgraded to an F -150 Super cab with the 5.0 in it. Can't wait to see how it tows.
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I pull with 2017 F150 2.7L ecoboost. Best tow vehicle I've ever had. 6 speed tranny with tow mode works great. 8K km trip to Newfoundland averaged about 16 L/100 kms.(17.75 MPG imp. or 14.7 MPG US). As low as 12 L/100kms to high of 20L/100kms, depending on hills and wind of course.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 26 May 2017 at 9:48pm
Originally posted by Bugout

Thanks for 4.6  info. I don't think I want 5.6 trying to stay on budget.ford looked good but want a v8 .plus long term Toyota man
We pull with a Ford F-150 with the 3.5L EcoBoost. It has power to spare, and pulls the R-pod like it is nothing. It has > 10,000 lb towing capacity.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 11 Apr 2017 at 6:38pm
The 5.7 Tundra comes with a complete tow package including hitch, brake controllers, and wiring. The 5.7 also has better resale value too.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 08 Apr 2017 at 1:55pm
Towed for the first time today. I can now say.you don't even know it's back there 
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 03 Apr 2017 at 3:44pm
Originally posted by Bugout

Thanks for 4.6  info. I don't think I want 5.6 trying to stay on budget.ford looked good but want a v8 .plus long term Toyota man


F 150 has several engine options, including a V8. The coyote 5.0 rocks.. BUT DO NOT discount the 3.5 ecoboost without driving one. Really.
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I did it 2017 Toyota Tundra.new baby loves her gas.
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Direct Link To This Post Posted: 28 Mar 2017 at 10:34am
Thanks for 4.6  info. I don't think I want 5.6 trying to stay on budget.ford looked good but want a v8 .plus long term Toyota man
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