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DougCP
Explorer
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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PDX_Zs
Explorer
Jun 01, 2014
Limited experience with gas and big travel trailers. But I used to tow two Jeeps on a car hauler with a dodge V10 gasser. Amazing.

10mpg and we could pass anything anywhere. No struggles ever.

Also remember in terms of expense, while a diesel gets better mileage, it takes a lot of miles to offset the higher initial investment. Even ignoring maintenance differences.

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