Full timers towing vehicle?

[Tweeter]

Just purchased a 42ft pusher & would like to know what the full timers like to tow. A small vehicle vs a larger one. We are considering a Ford 150 super cab (2013 that's towable) Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[Sez_Hoo_]

We tow a 2000 Jeep TJ Sahara. Transfer case in neutral auto tranny in park, key turned to first position to unlock steering and away you go. I can't even tell its back there when towing. A good 4x4 will extend your exploring capabilities.

[tohare]

Ford edge. Easy to hook up. No fuses to pull, just leave it in neutral. Big enough to carry stuff and friends out to dinner. Works for us.

[Skid_Row_Joe]

Tweeter wrote:
Just purchased a 42ft pusher & would like to know what the full timers like to tow. A small vehicle vs a larger one. We are considering a Ford 150 super cab (2013 that's towable) Thank you for sharing your experiences.

We tow a Honda.

[sdianel_-acct_c]

We tow a 2008 Chevy Colorado 4 door 4x4 pickup. Easy to tow. Gets good fuel mileage for sight seeing.

[holstein13]

The Ford F-150 is nearly the perfect toad. I love ours. Take a look at my signature below. The only thing I'd caution you on is that the truck you are describing is about 6,200 pounds. How many horses do you have in your coach? Even with 600 HP, I still have trouble reaching highway speeds before the end of the on ramps. No problems with mountains however. I think it's a gearing issue. I'd love 12 gears rather than 6.

[Bill_Satellite]

In case you are just a tiny bit handy I should mention that I installed the base plate myself in about 3-4 hours and I have never attempted that kind of a job. The instructions are clear and easy to follow if you are comfortable working with tools.

[gafidler]

Honda CRV

[bluwtr49]

I also am partial to Jeeps. Our older (2003) GC Overland is easy to hook up, easy to tow, easy to set up. We're using the M&G air brake system and that really made things simple.

The base plate install is a simple DIY job with no special tools.

This model will seat 4 comfortably and carry 4 sets of golf clubs.

Granted we don't use the 4WD often but when we do it's priceless.

Just a good solid, reliable, yet classy vehicle.

[imgoin4it]

Bill.satellite is correct. Jeeps are great to tow and the liberty is great. I towed a liberty for 13 years, but all good things come to and end and wear out. They don't make a liberty anymore and now have a new cherokee , but some people having a problem trying to tow so I stayed away from them for now. My silverado is a large tow but I cannot tell the difference between it and the liberty.

[Bill_Satellite]

Dup....again and again....

[Bill_Satellite]

Did the tow dolly thing. NEVER will again! I guess if you only relocate a couple of times per year it really would not be a big deal but I still would not like it.

[Bill_Satellite]

Did the tow dolly thing. NEVER will again! I guess if you only relocate a couple of times per year it really would not be a big deal but I still would not like it.

[TomB_]

We tow a KIA Sedona Mini van on a tow master tow dolly.
Easy on, easy off as far as loading / unloading.
The tie down straps are starting to become a PITA as we age.

We chose this option for the following reasons;
The KIA holds 2 mobility scooters & other stuff.
The tow dolly holds the KIA.
The Winnebago tows the tow dolly & us. :B

[Mr_Mark1]

Tweeter wrote:
Just purchased a 42ft pusher & would like to know what the full timers like to tow. A small vehicle vs a larger one. We are considering a Ford 150 super cab (2013 that's towable) Thank you for sharing your experiences.

Congrats on the new pusher! You will want to check your towing capacity as not all 42 ft. coaches can tow the same amount.

This is just my opinion, but I like towing the lightest vehicle that fits my needs which is the 5 passenger, AWD, CR-V. It's peppy, gets good fuel mileage and easy to park in smaller parking lots.

The heavier vehicle that you pick will make you a little slower on hills. Since you mentioned 'full-time' (I'm assuming that you are going to full time), you will probably bring more cargo than the weekender RV'er. Keep that in mind when picking your tow vehicle.

A big truck might be a good fit for your lifestyle, you have lots of choices!

Safe travels,
MM.