Tow vehicle selection & performance
To start, we're strongly considering purchasing the Grand Design 2400bh but we need to upgrade our tow vehicle as well. Bottom line up front: We're a military family that moves frequently and I want t...
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Chamerican wrote:
Unfortunately, no. I've searched the Armada forums and found a number of people who are towing boats, etc of similar or smaller size but frankly their responses didn't give me a warm and fuzzy that anyone did much homework. The gear ratio is a question I need answered somehow since everything I've ready suggests a ratio closer to 4ish. The grunt is my main concern with my questions. I'm pretty assured that I'm within the capacities, it's just a question of how well a vehicle tows within 20% of its capacity and how the torque/Hp would factor in?
You can disregard the experiences of the boat guys. Boats are far more aerodynamic, and they place less tongue weight on the tow vehicle.
As to gearing, get the highest number available.
I do tend to agree with those who suggest a large van for the payload. Payload is usually the weak link for any SUV or half ton truck.
