R-pod Owners Forum : New TV!!! https://www.rpod-owners.com/ This is an XML content feed of; R-pod Owners Forum : Miscellaneous / Off-topic : New TV!!! Copyright (c) 2006-2009 Web Wiz Forums - All Rights Reserved. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:51:06 +0000 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:19:19 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Web Wiz Forums 9.64 360 https://www.rpod-owners.com/RSS_post_feed.asp?TID=1857 R-pod Owners Forum https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_images/web_wiz_forums.png https://www.rpod-owners.com/ New TV!!! : Originally posted by BigbitI... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16662#16662 Author: 2Peas-n-Rpod
Subject: 1857
Posted: 14 Jun 2011 at 11:19am

Originally posted by Bigbit

I bought an F-150 Supercab in 2000 (4-door short bed) with the 5.0L engine and it was a great truck. I used to tow a good-sized Coleman pop-up camper with it, and barely knew it was there.

Good choice!

We just bought a 2000 F-150 with the Triton 5.4L V8, and love it. I'm jealous of your new truck, but will just have to be happy with what I've got because it makes towing so much easier than with a V6 engine. Enjoy your new ride!
]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 11:19:19 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16662#16662 New TV!!! : Nice truck. The new DOHC 5.0's... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16658#16658 Author: FISHTAIL
Subject: 1857
Posted: 14 Jun 2011 at 9:50am

Nice truck.  The new DOHC 5.0's are great engines.  I traded in my 2003 cobra for a 2011 5.0GT and have been happy with the choice.  I know your application is completely different, but I'm still very pleased with the engine in my mustang.  I hear the Eco-boost V6 (ie, twin turbo direct injection V6) is also a towing monster.  ]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 09:50:37 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16658#16658 New TV!!! : I bought an F-150 Supercab in... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16656#16656 Author: Bigbit
Subject: 1857
Posted: 14 Jun 2011 at 8:50am

I bought an F-150 Supercab in 2000 (4-door short bed) with the 5.0L engine and it was a great truck. I used to tow a good-sized Coleman pop-up camper with it, and barely knew it was there.

Good choice!]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 08:50:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16656#16656 New TV!!! : Very interesting. I have yet... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16655#16655 Author: Guests
Subject: 1857
Posted: 14 Jun 2011 at 6:17am

Very interesting.  I have yet to try E85 in my truck; it is hard to find around here.  While I had heard about the reduced mpgs, it is good to hear some "real world" experience.  Glad you like the new TV.]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 06:17:57 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16655#16655 New TV!!! : Well, the mpg numbers are in.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16624#16624 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 13 Jun 2011 at 12:47pm

Well, the mpg numbers are in. On our weekend trip up to the hill country, we got 11.5 mpg; that was about what I was hoping for. On the way back, we decided to try a tank of E85 flex fuel as it was 33 cents a gallon cheaper. We were heading in a headwind, but the mileage was terrible and dropped to 6.5 mpg. After about a half a tank, I filled up with regular gasoline and the mileage went up to 7.5 mpg. Afterwards, I researched online at Edmunds.com and found out that their tests showed a 25% drop in mpg with flex fuel over regular gasoline, which negated any initial price savings. Looks like e85 flex fuel will be for emergencies only. Overall, very happy with the new TV.
]]> Mon, 13 Jun 2011 12:47:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16624#16624 New TV!!! : The colour is pretty too! B https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16399#16399 Author: Snowbound
Subject: 1857
Posted: 06 Jun 2011 at 3:28pm

The colour is pretty too!LOL
B
]]> Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:28:41 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16399#16399 New TV!!! : Originally posted by techntrekWow... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16356#16356 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 05 Jun 2011 at 3:56pm

Originally posted by techntrek

Wow thats a beefy engine.  Once you get some mpg numbers let us know.

Will do, should know next week.
]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:56:26 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16356#16356 New TV!!! : Wow thats a beefy engine. Once... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16355#16355 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1857
Posted: 05 Jun 2011 at 3:42pm

Wow thats a beefy engine.  Once you get some mpg numbers let us know.]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2011 15:42:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16355#16355 New TV!!! : Originally posted by psamanThanks... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16353#16353 Author: Guests
Subject: 1857
Posted: 05 Jun 2011 at 11:47am

Originally posted by psaman

Thanks David, that's what we are counting on. Plus, I am hoping to get at least the same mpg towing as the Mitsubishi, 10-12 mpg.
 
That has been my personal experience, regarding the mpgs.  It seems to be true regardless of the TV.
The big difference in my case:
185HP, 4cyl, with 3.73 gears was turning 3200-3300RPMs and still not able to keep up - constanly wanting to downshift to 2nd gear and jump to over 4000RPMs.  I could not use the TV's A/C, carried no fluids in the Pod, removed the tailgate from the truck and did not carry the spare tire Cry to the Pod, to reduce weight.
 
Now, all different.  I can "loaf" along at 1700-1800RPMs (@65mph) and forget all of the above.  There's still plenty of power to pass at will.  Headwinds and hills are no longer "Maalox moments".  I think you'll like it. Smile
]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2011 11:47:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16353#16353 New TV!!! : Thanks David, that's what... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16350#16350 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 05 Jun 2011 at 11:15am

Thanks David, that's what we are counting on. Plus, I am hoping to get at least the same mpg towing as the Mitsubishi, 10-12 mpg.]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2011 11:15:49 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16350#16350 New TV!!! : Congratulations! I like it.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16345#16345 Author: Guests
Subject: 1857
Posted: 05 Jun 2011 at 6:52am

Congratulations!  I like it. 
 
Although moving up to my full size truck, from my smaller GMC Canyon, hurt like @#$%% paying for it, the towing experience is much more relaxing now.  I hope you enjoy your's as much as I do mine.
]]> Sun, 05 Jun 2011 06:52:59 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16345#16345 New TV!!! : Originally posted by Outbound Very... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16342#16342 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 11:35pm

Originally posted by Outbound

Very nice!  I'm jeallous Broken Heart

Which engine did you choose?

It came with the 5.0L engine; supposed to be 360HP @ 5500 rpm.
]]> Sat, 04 Jun 2011 23:35:18 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16342#16342 New TV!!! : Very nice! I'm jeallousWhich... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16338#16338 Author: Outbound
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 9:03pm

Very nice!  I'm jeallous Broken Heart

Which engine did you choose?
]]> Sat, 04 Jun 2011 21:03:08 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16338#16338 New TV!!! : My bad, I mean nose up. https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16333#16333 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 7:49pm

My bad, I mean nose up.]]> Sat, 04 Jun 2011 19:49:48 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16333#16333 New TV!!! : Originally posted by techntrekVery... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16332#16332 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 7:47pm

Originally posted by techntrek

Very nice, full sized cab too.  It might be an illusion but it looks like the 'pod is slightly nose-up, if you can get it level or slightly nose-down that would be better.


Yes is slightly nose down. I am hoping loading the truck would lower it some. Ball mount has a 2 in. drop, may need another with more drop. Thanks. ]]> Sat, 04 Jun 2011 19:47:51 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16332#16332 New TV!!! : Very nice, full sized cab too.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16329#16329 Author: techntrek
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 7:19pm

Very nice, full sized cab too.  It might be an illusion but it looks like the 'pod is slightly nose-up, if you can get it level or slightly nose-down that would be better.]]> Sat, 04 Jun 2011 19:19:56 +0000 https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16329#16329 New TV!!! : Traded in the Mitsubishi Endeavor.... https://www.rpod-owners.com/forum_posts.asp?TID=1857&PID=16327#16327 Author: psaman
Subject: 1857
Posted: 04 Jun 2011 at 5:43pm

Traded in the Mitsubishi Endeavor. While it towed well, this will give us more power  and more towing capacity. So long "Gray Ghost", hello "The Beast". Added a P2 brake controller and we are now ready to go to Kerrville next week!!


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