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DougCP
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May 31, 2014

What model of truck or SUV, would make a good tow vehicle?

In the past, I would have said a diesel truck and a 5er. For anyone planning to full time. You need space to avoid cabin fever. That means a sizable RV and a truck that can pull it. I got to drive a ...
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Grandpere
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May 31, 2014
agesilaus wrote:
Stick with the big three: Ford, GMC or Fiat-Chrysler. If you don't want to buy a new one get a used diesel. The new trucks actually get better mileage than most of the old models. None of the other brands can pull a fifth wheel.

Gas engine models of the big three get awful mileage towing (6 mpg for example) and struggle on mountain roads.


x2 and at minimum a 3/4 ton. get a 1 ton if you are thinking about getting a bigger 5er in the future.

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