Can I Tow This With My Truck?
My wife and I are making some changes in our lives trying to inch ever closer to our dream of traveling around the U.S. We are both outdoor enthusiasts and want to see and explore this majestic count...
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krobbe wrote:DBH_MI wrote:
I have the 2014 version of the truck the OP is considering. Dual cam hitch, 7500 lb trailer. I tow with 6th gear locked out and the truck runs approx. 2300 rpm in 5th at 62 mph with the occasional downshift to 4th on hills and average 10 mpg. When we travel to Colorado, we typically cover 450 to 550 miles per day and spent a day last August pulling in 100 degree heat with a 20 to 30 mph headwind. No problems. No issues being "blown around" by Semis on the expressway or two lanes. No "white knuckle" driving. Keeping the trailer within the towing parameters of the tow vehicle is important regardless the size of the tow vehicle.
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Can't argue with REAL world towing experience with the Chevy 5.3L and your TT of choice. My paper calculations don't compare with the actual results. Computer engine control programming, transmission efficiencies and many other factors make a huge difference over some generic HP curve.
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Similar setup, 7800pd 30ft camper, Reese dual cam, avg8.9mpg doing 55mph. Can max 200 miles before I had enough, get fatigued from the constant correction. Wind gust will push me, no real issues with passing transfers, always find a general push and pull from the weight of the trailer. Not a setup I am willing to go cross country with or found overly enjoyable! Do prefer it over a smaller camper with short trips. Upgraded and travel more now.
