Forum Discussion

gringopapo's avatar
gringopapo
Explorer
Oct 08, 2019

Gap year, family of 6, TV and TT recommendations

This is a long post. Here's the short version: Looking to tow a Kodiak Ultra - Lite 283BHSL (7600 lbs GVW, 33 ft total length) with Ford Expedition heavy tow package. Not over the GCVW but close. Will...
dodge_guy's avatar
dodge_guy
Explorer II
Oct 10, 2019
allen8106 wrote:
Personally, I wouldn't do that trip with any gasser. We towed a 10,500 lb 5th wheel to California and back with a 2011 GMC 2500 6.0L and traded it for a diesel a year later. As previously mentioned, i hated towing over the mountains with that gasser.


A gasser wouldn't be an issue if It's properly configured. I've been all over the east and west mountains with my V-10 and 9300lb TT and never had an issue. Didn't even slow down in the mountains.

About RV Tips & Tricks

Looking for advice before your next adventure? Look no further.25,176 PostsLatest Activity: Nov 13, 2025