Avalanche vs Tahoe
I don't have a TT yet, but am looking at both fiberglass (Casita, Scamp, Escape) and small, lightweight toyhaulers (for the flexible space, not actually hauling toys). 8000 lbs max, probably much les...
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rbtglove wrote:
Had an 05 Ave and towed a 5k loaded ready to go for many miles, over the Rockies several times. Would not try 8k even with the 7 sp trans ( which is a better trans in tow haul than the 4 sp had both) in the newer ones unless it was a 2500.
X2. Towed a 7,400# GVWR TT with a 2005 Tahoe with the 5.3. After two trips into the mountains (NC and TN - not even the Rockies!) quickly upgraded to a 2500HD diesel. I'm just not into 3,500 - 4,000 RPM on a V-8 to maintain 45 MPH...
Except on hills, once you're moving it's the frontal area and wind resistance, anyway - not the weight - that use the power and fuel.
Rob
