Thom02099 wrote:
Desert Captain wrote:
Nothing wrong with your route, have driven it many times. Just keep in mind that for every 1,000' of elevation you will lose 3 percent of your available power due to the thinner air. At 8,000' you have 24 percent less power to get the job done.
Also, IMHO:If you get pushed around when towing in windy conditions you need more TV or less trailer. Whatever you decide, good luck.
As always... Opinions and YMMV.
:C
...And keep in mind that Leadville is over 10000 ft in elevation, so that 24% less power becomes more like 30% less. Also in May, you can pretty much count on snow still being around at elevation. If you have an inclination to do some mountain exploring, good luck with that. Independence Pass and Cottonwood Pass, both over 12000 feet likely won't open until Memorial Day or beyond. Leadville will have snow on the ground, and if it's anything like last season, could be a goodly amount.
Good advice, thanks. The elevation power loss is my concern but if 24 from the springs to Leadville is no steeper than the rest of the trip, I am not too worried. There is an HD diesel truck in my near future but this rig has served us well allowing my young family to explore Arizona. My wife and I both grew up in Colorado and know our way around a bit. We intend to wait for the new truck to tackle the bigger passes but thought the old envoy might be up for the job to Leadville.
