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rbpru
Oct 12, 2015Explorer II
While it is true that bigger is better when it comes to TVs, not everybody is willing to invest in a diesel behemoth for a few weeks of travel.
Like most people you will start with what you have and adjust accordingly. Five years ago when we decided to try a TT, we rented a 5k lb. 25 ft. unit to pull with our F-150. A seemingly good match, but the TV only had a 200 hp V6.
In a 10 day trip to the Ozarks we learned that we needed a lot more horse power. Annoying, yes. A ruined trip, no. You simply adapt to the situation at hand.
The old TV has been replaced with a 356 hp E-Boost and we tow a 25 ft Dutchman.
Use what you have and adjust a time and finances allow.
Like most people you will start with what you have and adjust accordingly. Five years ago when we decided to try a TT, we rented a 5k lb. 25 ft. unit to pull with our F-150. A seemingly good match, but the TV only had a 200 hp V6.
In a 10 day trip to the Ozarks we learned that we needed a lot more horse power. Annoying, yes. A ruined trip, no. You simply adapt to the situation at hand.
The old TV has been replaced with a 356 hp E-Boost and we tow a 25 ft Dutchman.
Use what you have and adjust a time and finances allow.
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