Well I have an update... not sure if I should add on here or start a new topic.
I sold the Suburban. To a family member. I bought a sight-unseen 2000 Excursion just based on the mileage - 150k. So now I have something with a v10 but it's not in great cosmetic shape. Not sure whether to keep it or not! It looked like it might have towed before as there's a bracket under the dash that might have been for trailer brakes? Just guessing. I took it to a mechanic and he said "fair" mechanical condition but nothing jumped out at him. I does have "D" class tires so that is not for towing I would guess. Also it's a 2wd. 3.55 axle ratio I think.
I'd really prefer a ford van but the only ones I can find are v8 engines! 5.4L. Is that strong enough with the right axle ratio?
