R-pod Owners Forum : Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Mods, Maintenance, Tips and Tricks : Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Mon, 07 Sep 2026 11:28:36 +0000 Sat, 07 Apr 2018 08:20:55 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=10693 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We've got a 2107 Jeep Grand... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=106922#106922 Author: Rodfac
Subject: 10693
Posted: 07 Apr 2018 at 8:20am

We've got a 2107 Jeep Grand Cherokee with the 5.7L Hemi engine...towing capacity is 7000 lbs. Our 178 tows easily behind it using an E2 Trunnion 6k WDH. We've got 6000 miles of towing it now, from here in Ky to New England, and most recently, a trip out to Nevada and back through Texas. Fuel economy averaged ~14 mpg for the entire trip when towing at 60-61 mph. When not towing, the Jeep averages 18.5 mpg around town, and ~21 on the Interstates at 70 mph.

This combination, (the Jeep with its big engine, and a trailer that weighs ~3400 lbs), is a good one for us...easily controllable, even in stiff cross winds and with plenty of umph for the western mountains. 

Rod
]]> Sat, 07 Apr 2018 08:20:55 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=106922#106922 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Here's the Ford stats: 3.3L... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102972#102972 Author: mcarter
Subject: 10693
Posted: 15 Dec 2017 at 5:15pm

Here's the Ford stats:

3.3L V6: 290 hp, 265 lb-ft

2.7L V6: 325 hp, 400 lb-ft

5.0L V8: 395 hp, 400 lb-ft

3.5L V6: 375 hp, 470 lb-ft
]]> Fri, 15 Dec 2017 17:15:35 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102972#102972 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Congrats on your 190...and thanks... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102971#102971 Author: LvyaRain
Subject: 10693
Posted: 15 Dec 2017 at 4:30pm

Congrats on your 190...and thanks for your info on the RTL-T.  Happy trails. ]]> Fri, 15 Dec 2017 16:30:34 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102971#102971 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Originally posted by OlddawgsruleThe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102887#102887 Author: GlueGuy
Subject: 10693
Posted: 12 Dec 2017 at 1:59pm

Originally posted by Olddawgsrule

The F-150, V6 or V8? Eco or not?

I like the V6 Eco, but that whole turbo-charger thing hits me as equal when it comes to MPG to a straight V8.
A friend has one, gets great mpg, but he doesn't tow...
The 3.5L EcoBoost will blow the doors off the V8. Don't get me wrong, the V8 is great, but the 3.5L EB has at least 100 ft-lbs more torque at 1500 RPM as the V8, and the torque curve is flat almost all the way to redline. It pulls "like" a diesel without the added expense.

I know a lot of people will express the turbos add complexity and reliability issues, but I think these feelings are overblown. Diesel engines, almost all now in production, are turbocharged, yet you never hear the same issues brought up with them. In addition, big rigs are pretty much all turbo-diesels, and they go for hundreds of thousands of miles. I would say all the early (meaning 20+ years ago) issues with turbochargers has been worked out in the time since.

BTW - The 2.7L EcoBoost is no slouch either. The only issue I have with it is very low compression braking ability (not enough cubes to help much).
]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2017 13:59:03 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102887#102887 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Back from our Cape Hatteras trip.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102885#102885 Author: Leo B
Subject: 10693
Posted: 12 Dec 2017 at 11:30am

Back from our Cape Hatteras trip. It went excellent. We average 13.5 to 14.5 mpg down and back. It handled great, was passing vehicles going up some of the large hills on I-81 and I -64. 
Really happy with the extra room and towing ability.
]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:30:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102885#102885 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Originally posted by LvyaRainHas... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102884#102884 Author: RichF
Subject: 10693
Posted: 12 Dec 2017 at 11:01am

Originally posted by LvyaRain

Has anyone tried a 2017 or 2018 Honda Ridgeline AWD with a 179 Rpod?
3.5 liter direct-injected SOHC-VTEC V6 engine
280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.
It's rated to tow 5000 pounds.

Tow Vehicle Roundup had a good review, but r-pod owners forum are the REAL "testers!"

Do any of ya'll have a Ridgeline? 

I have a 2017 Ridgeline RLT-T AWD. I just purchased a 190last week and only have about 75 towing miles with the RL.  I towed mostly on flat land and some hills andgot 16.5 mpg on the mpg gauge.  I don’t havea lot of experience towing but the RL accelerated and stopped well. On some hillsit did drop down a gear. I really like the RL it has the benefits of a truckand rides like a Cadillac. Honda does not recommend a WDH and I have notinstalled one.  I have a 2” drop ballmount and Pod and RL line up well the tongue weight  does not drop the RL rear much.

]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2017 11:01:17 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102884#102884 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Search the forum for Ridgeline... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102880#102880 Author: dr2428
Subject: 10693
Posted: 12 Dec 2017 at 6:28am

Search the forum for Ridgeline and you'll find several entries and I think most are happy with it's performance. Just don't expect high performance. We tow our 179 with a 2016 Hyundai Santa Fe with 290HP and a 5000lb tow rating. It does very well, I can maintain 60-65 uphill and it feels very stable with the Equalizer hitch. We have a situation that limits us to an SUV otherwise I would have a 1/2 ton pickup at minimum. I've only been on 100 mile or less trips but am confident I could travel with my setup, I think it would be meager in the mountains. Don't believe the faction that says the truck is the only way but they have a point, a truck is a better option if possible. I've only checked the mileage once and got 13-14mpg.
]]> Tue, 12 Dec 2017 06:28:13 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102880#102880 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Has anyone tried a 2017 or 2018... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102869#102869 Author: LvyaRain
Subject: 10693
Posted: 11 Dec 2017 at 3:11pm

Has anyone tried a 2017 or 2018 Honda Ridgeline AWD with a 179 Rpod?
3.5 liter direct-injected SOHC-VTEC V6 engine
280 horsepower and 262 lb-ft of torque.
It's rated to tow 5000 pounds.

Tow Vehicle Roundup had a good review, but r-pod owners forum are the REAL "testers!"

Do any of ya'll have a Ridgeline? 
]]> Mon, 11 Dec 2017 15:11:31 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=102869#102869 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Late addition to this thread,... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=100951#100951 Author: Joe-n-Terri
Subject: 10693
Posted: 15 Oct 2017 at 8:32pm

Late addition to this thread, actually haven't been on forum much since the FB group got going, thought everyone had moved. Anyways we decided on a 2014 Town and Country with factory tow package and 2015 179. Like the others it did ok for local (Florida), stuff and I would get between 12 and 15 mpg towing and 29 highway not towing. Took a trip out west, not camping and while driving my sister Arcadia through the mountains around Phoenix I thought no way will I be comfortable out here in the T&C. A few months later we run across a good deal on a 15 Ram Crewcab Eco diesel so we upgraded. We just got back from a 2000 mile round trip from Florida to Tennessee to Michigan and back and I averaged 15.5 pulling the 179 and I get 30 highway not towing with all the torque in the world. Now that we have extra towing capabilities we're thinking of upgrading the camper as well. ]]> Sun, 15 Oct 2017 20:32:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=100951#100951 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : I also have a 4L 6cyl Frontier.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99959#99959 Author: mjlrpod
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 12:39pm

I also have a 4L 6cyl Frontier. I dont climb any huge mountains, but i do travel the western mass, Upstate New York, Vermont, New Hampshire area, which is a little mountainous, and I can make the continuous climbs fairly easily. I can gain speed as i climb if i want, or i can just stay fairly steady. I have never gone above 4000 R.P.M. and rarely ever reach that. when i climb the passes in these areas i find that about 3200 R.P.M. gets me thru anything. Obviously on the mostly flat lands i travel near the beaches and coastline are super easy to travel. If i drove in mountains everyday, I probably would want my NEXT vehicle to do a little better, but i'm totally happy with my T.V.]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 12:39:11 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99959#99959 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : F-150 5,0 v-8 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99952#99952 Author: Leo B
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 11:38am

F-150 5,0 v-8 ]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 11:38:51 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99952#99952 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Great info Folks! Please keep... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99951#99951 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 11:34am

Great info Folks! Please keep it coming!]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 11:34:53 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99951#99951 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Originally posted by shroomerWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99950#99950 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 11:33am

Originally posted by shroomer

We had our R-pod for 4 years and towed it with a V6 std. shift Chevy pickup. It got 12 mpg and handled the R-pod pretty well but lacked all creature comforts. Most trips were within 150 miles of home. One reason we picked the R-pod was because our tow vehicle could handle it (3,800 capacity due to std. trans).

This past year we decided to upgrade our camper and in so doing had to upgrade our truck. Once you get any larger than an R-pod you pretty much go to two axles and a loaded trailer of 5,000 or 6,000 pounds. If you think you may want to upgrade in the future, then consider a 1/2 ton pickup and a V8. You'll need the extra carrying capacity since you'll be putting 800 - 900 lbs of tongue weight (or more) on your vehicle.

This I totally agree with! Always think ahead! Never know where life will bring you.




]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 11:33:54 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99950#99950 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Originally posted by Leo BWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99949#99949 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 11:25am

Originally posted by Leo B

We had the same issue with our Caravan it had a 20 gall tank, I really didn't like travelling with it much below half a tank so we were stopping all the time. Was hoping for a bigger tank with our F-150, but it has a 23 gallon tank oh well. Will still have plenty of stops to get out and stretch!

The F-150, V6 or V8? Eco or not?

I like the V6 Eco, but that whole turbo-charger thing hits me as equal when it comes to MPG to a straight V8.
A friend has one, gets great mpg, but he doesn't tow...

]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 11:25:39 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99949#99949 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Originally posted by ParPodWe... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99948#99948 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 11:21am

Originally posted by ParPod

We started out with a 2012 Toyota Rav 4 Sport to pull our 179.  It did alright for local stuff but in addition to other things was the small gas tank.  We got 12 - 15 mpg depending on conditions but the tank always needed re-filling.  I had a sweet deal lined up on a loaded 2013 Ford F150 with an eco-boost engine but we live in a bungalow condo with a small attached garage.  Needed another 18" to be able to fit the truck in.  Being a Toyota family we went to the 4Runner with a 4L V6, full tow package and rated for 5000 lbs. which fits in the garage.  I kept our E2 WD/AS hitch and what a difference between the 2 vehicles.  Gas milage is about the same but the tank is a lot bigger.

I don't see much difference in the 4Runner vs. the Highlander. Both cost about the same and capacity is equal. Only difference I see so far is the 4Runner comes ready to tow, Highlander it's a additional package.

Curious why the choice of the 4Runner over the Highlander?
]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 11:21:09 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99948#99948 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We had the same issue with our... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99935#99935 Author: Leo B
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 9:41am

We had the same issue with our Caravan it had a 20 gall tank, I really didn't like travelling with it much below half a tank so we were stopping all the time. Was hoping for a bigger tank with our F-150, but it has a 23 gallon tank oh well. Will still have plenty of stops to get out and stretch!]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 09:41:14 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99935#99935 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We started out with a 2012 Toyota... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99930#99930 Author: ParPod
Subject: 10693
Posted: 23 Sep 2017 at 8:45am

We started out with a 2012 Toyota Rav 4 Sport to pull our 179.  It did alright for local stuff but in addition to other things was the small gas tank.  We got 12 - 15 mpg depending on conditions but the tank always needed re-filling.  I had a sweet deal lined up on a loaded 2013 Ford F150 with an eco-boost engine but we live in a bungalow condo with a small attached garage.  Needed another 18" to be able to fit the truck in.  Being a Toyota family we went to the 4Runner with a 4L V6, full tow package and rated for 5000 lbs. which fits in the garage.  I kept our E2 WD/AS hitch and what a difference between the 2 vehicles.  Gas milage is about the same but the tank is a lot bigger.]]> Sat, 23 Sep 2017 08:45:45 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99930#99930 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We have a 173 model annd have... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99920#99920 Author: Pod People
Subject: 10693
Posted: 22 Sep 2017 at 11:49pm

We have a 173 model annd have towed it for 6 years with 2 very different vehicles. We started with a Chevy Astro van, 6 cyl with tow package. We towed from Florida to Michigan  several times. It was adequate, but we aways felt like we were on the edge. We were waiting for something to break.Finally, the transmission gave out.
We bought a Ford Expedition EL and love it. Plenty of power, plenty of brakes, transmission and suspension. We got approximately the same gas milage (10-12)with both vehicles. The comfort and safety factor is worth a lot. Both vehicles used the same Equalizer 4 point wd/anti sway system. Our pod weighed 3350 when we left on our current trip.the Expedition has the same features as the f150 .
Vann
]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2017 23:49:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99920#99920 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We had our R-pod for 4 years and... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99910#99910 Author: shroomer
Subject: 10693
Posted: 22 Sep 2017 at 8:08pm

We had our R-pod for 4 years and towed it with a V6 std. shift Chevy pickup. It got 12 mpg and handled the R-pod pretty well but lacked all creature comforts. Most trips were within 150 miles of home. One reason we picked the R-pod was because our tow vehicle could handle it (3,800 capacity due to std. trans).

This past year we decided to upgrade our camper and in so doing had to upgrade our truck. Once you get any larger than an R-pod you pretty much go to two axles and a loaded trailer of 5,000 or 6,000 pounds. If you think you may want to upgrade in the future, then consider a 1/2 ton pickup and a V8. You'll need the extra carrying capacity since you'll be putting 800 - 900 lbs of tongue weight (or more) on your vehicle.
]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2017 20:08:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99910#99910 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : I have been retired since January... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99890#99890 Author: Guests
Subject: 10693
Posted: 22 Sep 2017 at 5:30am


I have been retired since January of 2014. Below, you can see what I purchased about 6 months prior. No regrets. It does anything I ask of it.

Expect about 10-12 mpg when towing, regardless of vehicle. The bigger engine does not have to work as hard to do the job. I don't plan to replace vehicles frequently so, having something that would do the task easily is/was important.

Personally, my experience with V6 engines is that they don't get THAT much better mileage than a V8. I'd rather pay a few extra pennies at the pump and have a capable vehicle.

Here is my real life mpgs (all are + or - a little):
City = 16
Highway = 20-21
Towing = 10-12

Yes, I do use an E2 w/d, anti-sway hitch.

IMHO, if you are a Ford guy, (if it were me) I'd go with the F-150 with the 5.0. By all accounts, it seems to be a "darling" among the blue oval fans.


]]> Fri, 22 Sep 2017 05:30:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99890#99890 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Think your going to forget it's... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99863#99863 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 4:50pm

Think your going to forget it's there! LOL!

Have to say that mileage is big! Have to think not many hills in the way to get that mileage.

Will love to hear the report! From what I'm reading shouldn't change much. 
Larger engine means less stress. Very curious how it works out.

Thank you for the report.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 16:50:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99863#99863 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : We towed our 179 with our Dodge... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99860#99860 Author: Leo B
Subject: 10693
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 4:32pm

We towed our 179 with our Dodge Grand Caravan for many years, it handled good, ranged from 12.5 -16.5 depending on wind. We really liked it and still have it,BUT this year we purchased a 2017 Ford F-150 with the 5.0 engine and really like it, tows the camper with ease, taking it on our first trip with it to North Carolina next week. Will report back on mileage etc.]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 16:32:13 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99860#99860 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : Agree with you on what I'm... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99859#99859 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 4:22pm

Agree with you on what I'm reading and learning. Especially on RPM. What I have also heard is that means no only being first but reaching down to 1st or 2nd gear to get over over the biggies.

Thank you for your honesty of a report.

]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 16:22:06 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99859#99859 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : I'll share a little personal... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99856#99856 Author: StephenH
Subject: 10693
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 3:48pm

I'll share a little personal history that will perhaps provide some helpful information.

We started out intending to purchase a Casita. I had found a Craigslist post and thought I had arranged to purchase with escrow. Turns out, it was a pure scam that set me back $2K. In view of that purchase, we traded our 2009 Ford Escape which was inadequate to a 2016 Ford Escape SE with 2L Ecoboost engine which had the factory tow package rated at 3500 lbs. I did not want to give up on the idea of a camping trailer. My search led to the Forest River R-Pod 179 which we purchased from a dealer (no more Craigslist for me!).

The 2L Ecoboost engine in the Escape was pretty good on the highway but average in town. For towing, Ford recommended use of premium gasoline. Premium is much more expensive than Diesel in every place we have traveled. While I can use regular when not towing, our trips were much more expensive with premium gas.

Last December, we had an accident when we hit ice with a strong cross-wind in Wyoming. Because the Escape was going to be out of commission for longer than we could wait, we purchased a used Nissan Frontier LE Crew Cab with a 4L naturally aspirated engine. It also has the factory tow package. An advantage is that premium gasoline is not required. The down side is that at any significant altitude, the Frontier has less power and torque, with a loss of 4% per 1000 ft. The Escape did not have that power loss.

Mileage in both vehicles is around thae average I have seen other people post which is about 12 mpg. In the Escape, I could get a little better, around 14 or 15 once I learned how to deal with hills. The Frontier does not have as many gears as the Escape had. I learned that if I keep the RPMs lower than 3000 RPM, my mileage was much better. That means no cruise control, especially onuphill stretches.

Don't expect to be the first one up the hill. Become comfortable with the right lane. Limit top speed to 60 mph--all these will help you get better mileage.

A turbo diesel is probably the best for towing, and will give good performance when not towing. A turbocharged V6 will likely outperform a naturally aspirated V8 in most cases, especially when at higher elevations. If Nissan were to release a Diesel Frontier, I would definitely be looking hard at it. Ford is supposed to have a Diesel F-150 next spring. If so, that would be a good choice. I understand that Fiat/Chrysler has some emissions problems with their diesel, so the diesel Grand Cherokee is not currently available. I'm not sure about the diesel Chevy Colorado.

If not the diesel, then a Ford F150 with Ecoboost engine would be a good choice for towing an R-Pod. I have grown to like the Frontier because the pickup bed has been very useful. Before, I did not have a good place to carry spare propane or gasoline for the generator. Now, I can put things like that in the pickup bed. That is something that can't be done with an SUV.
]]> Thu, 21 Sep 2017 15:48:21 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99856#99856 Tow Vehicles, Keep what you have or Upgrade? : A subject that is beat to death... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=10693&PID=99854#99854 Author: Olddawgsrule
Subject: 10693
Posted: 21 Sep 2017 at 3:11pm

A subject that is beat to death on several forums, yet still of importance.

I still have a few years of life in my F-150 and she'll be my TV for a few. Since I'm on the edge of retirement and we will buy one more before, it's time to move research into possible TV's.

Do I wish to step down to one of the SUV Class with a V6 or stay with a full size V8 Pickup?
From a gas mileage stand point, I'm seeing, with towing, a full size V8 will actually do better. Yet when unhooked and exploring, the V6 will do better.

So the question becomes: 
What are you currenting towing with?
What kind of mileage you getting when towing?
Have a anti-sway bar?
How you doing on hills?

And of course: Would you stay with it or upgrade to something bigger?



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