Forum Discussion

CampinHappy's avatar
CampinHappy
Explorer
Feb 07, 2021

Maiden Voyage wanted to check on RPM's and Gears in 17 F-150

Went and picked up my new Premier 29RK today in Lubbock, Texas. Empty weight is 6,154 and we only had a little water and two tanks of propane on the way home. Going across very gentle rises and drops ...
dodge_guy's avatar
dodge_guy
Explorer II
Feb 07, 2021
Sounds like normal RPM's when towing. 4.10's would keep the RPM's lower on gentle rises. And your towin mileage would increase slightly.
Otherwise sounds good.

But!.........you weren't loaded for a trip. So your only going to get heavier. At least another 1000lbs. Which will put you at 7200lbs.

About RV Tips & Tricks

Looking for advice before your next adventure? Look no further.25,110 PostsLatest Activity: Feb 15, 2025