Looking for a tow vehicle for boat
Had to edit content regarding weight of boat. We may end up with a boat before next spring, so I’ve been looking for another tow vehicle to serve double duty as an occasional daily driver. If we ...
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LanceRKeys wrote:
Maybe an excursion? The v-10 equipped units often sell at reasonable prices. If you don’t have to have an suv there are a lot of 6.0 2500 chevys on the used market.
An excursion was/is a possibility but would want to lean towards a 2500 Sierra if it came to that.
I would like a 6.0 2500 Suburban but IIRC, to get 12K towing wouldn't I also need the 8.1? If the 6.0/4:10 combo is good for 12K then I may pursue that route.
I wouldn't need to tow more than 50 miles, 10 miles would be the norm each way.
My $6K budget would be for a dedicated boat hauler, no frills...but considering the age of my Envoy going to a 2500 Sierra as a replacement vehicle is a possibility. Just hard to get away from the SUV attraction when you travel and have kids.
