Fuel Ecomony - Towing
Currently I am towing a 28ft travel trailer with a 2014 Silverado 1500, 6.2 liter gas and 3.42:1 rear end. The trailer weighs about 7,500 lb. Loaded for shorter trips, the trailer axles and rear truc...
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way2roll wrote:deltabravo wrote:
A long time friend once said "People that get concerned about "fuel economy" with towing, or upgrading to a different vehicle probably can't afford to RV in the first place."
Concerns with range are a lot different than concerns with cost of fuel. A more efficient vehicle and/or one with a larger tank can make a big difference in how and the ease in your travel. And are you trying to imply that folks upgrading to a different vehicle are trying to save money?
Yes, but you can rest assured that the lion's share of fuel economy questions are stemming from the "How much is it going to cost me to run this thing?" that's going through the back of your mind when considering upgrading trucks, or buying a truck in the first place.
Gas stations are all over the place, and most vehicles are equipped so you can comfortably drive 400+ miles on a tank of fuel, and tow 200+ miles. Unless you're out on the high desert just passing the sign that says "Next fuel 121 miles" range isn't anywhere near the top of your list.
