Using "Overdrive" when hauling TC?
We're about to embark on our maiden voyage and I'm wondering about the Overdrive on my truck. It's a 2001 Ford F150 HD 7700 model, the OD button is pretty much just always engaged, but I've read that ...
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Thanks everybody
The camper dry weight is only 740# so I think even loaded with all our gear it should be totally fine. Also we are doing it extra low-budget/lightweight style with no battery, no 20# propane tank, and just the 5 gal water tank.
My mechanic advised turning off the OD if going up a steep hill, but otherwise just keep an eye on the RPM and adjust if needed.
billyg thanks for the heads up on the rally. We are hoping to leave Mass on the 6th and do a few nights at Shenandoah NP before heading to the Smokies. If we make it to Gatlinburg before the 10th we'll try to come thru!
The camper dry weight is only 740# so I think even loaded with all our gear it should be totally fine. Also we are doing it extra low-budget/lightweight style with no battery, no 20# propane tank, and just the 5 gal water tank.
My mechanic advised turning off the OD if going up a steep hill, but otherwise just keep an eye on the RPM and adjust if needed.
billyg thanks for the heads up on the rally. We are hoping to leave Mass on the 6th and do a few nights at Shenandoah NP before heading to the Smokies. If we make it to Gatlinburg before the 10th we'll try to come thru!
