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TOOBOLD
Explorer
Jun 05, 2014

Hwy 166 from Bakersfield to Santa Maria while towing?

We've never taken HWY 166 to the coast. We have a F350 CC, LB and a 34' 5th wheel. Does anyone know how long the climb is out of Maricopa and the grade? Most important is it doable with our combo? I'm...
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dicknellen
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Jun 05, 2014
When we lived in Bkfd for 20 years this was our route to the coast, MH w/toad, PU with 5th wheel also with trailer no problems. Always took a rest break in New Cuyama, usually near the park under the shade trees. There are some curvy sections and a long grade coming out of Maricopa. The grade is steep, just get down in low and take it easy. Dick

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