Jul-19-2023 07:41 AM
Jul-21-2023 10:51 AM
spoon059 wrote:dedmiston wrote:
Now excuse me while I go toss another virgin into the volcano.
Getting harder and harder to find those, don't throw them in unless absolutely necessary...
2014 RAM 3500 Diesel 4x4 Dually long bed. B&W RVK3600 hitch • 2015 Crossroads Elevation Homestead Toy Hauler ("The Taj Mahauler") • <\br >Toys:
Jul-21-2023 10:04 AM
spoon059 wrote:dedmiston wrote:
Now excuse me while I go toss another virgin into the volcano.
Getting harder and harder to find those, don't throw them in unless absolutely necessary...
Jul-20-2023 07:51 AM
dedmiston wrote:
Now excuse me while I go toss another virgin into the volcano.
Jul-20-2023 07:22 AM
Jul-20-2023 06:21 AM
pianotuna wrote:
If you have a generator and can run it while towing, start it up 90 minutes before stopping for the day and run the air conditioner.
Jul-20-2023 05:24 AM
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Jul-20-2023 03:46 AM
dedmiston wrote:
I have zero science to back this up, so feel free to treat it as the ramblings of a superstitious native...
I always check/fill my tires the night before a trip.
One time we had two blowouts as we towed though a hot desert (100°+). I attribute this to filling the tires "cold" the night before when it was probably in the 60s and then the tires expanding when the daytime heat got into the 100s.
So now I factor this in when I know the next day's drive is going to be a hot one. I'll back off 5° below my usual target PSI to give some wiggle room for expansion.
Now excuse me while I go toss another virgin into the volcano.
Jul-19-2023 10:56 PM
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Jul-19-2023 07:48 PM
marpel wrote:
'22 GMC Sierra 2500HD, 6000lb trailer.
Will be heading to Denver Co from Vancouver BC in a week or so.
Have towed this route a number of times in the past, mostly in spring or fall, so the temperatures were less than current. Usually have done the Interstates through Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Utah, then either I80 or down to I70 from Salt Lake City, but have done I90 east then south down I25 as well. Regardless, mountain ascents are encountered (although I70 is significant).
Appears this heat is affecting every state in the south/southwest. Due to schedule, we will be travelling about 8-10 hours a day both ways, and only early morning/late night is not feasible.
For those pulling in this heat, any issues encountered or any suggested changes to routine?
Marv
Jul-19-2023 06:47 PM
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