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Curly2001
Explorer II
Sep 09, 2022

Observation--newer trucks tow fivers a bit nose high

Just came back from a 6,000 mile trip and noticed many of the newer pickups are towing fivers a bit nose high. I do the same due to the later model trucks being built that way. Just curious if anyone ...
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valhalla360
Navigator
Sep 11, 2022
FlatBroke wrote:
My “03” GMC Duramax looks about the same as the latest Canyons. ;)


Yeah, my first car was a 1886 S-15. Not suitable for towing but comparing it to the new "compact" pickups, the new ones are pretty much the same size as 1/2 ton trucks.

If I didn't need a tow vehicle, I would look at Ford's new Mavrick. Seems like they are offering a small truck again.

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