TV recommendations for a large family
I need some help choosing a TV for a family of 7. I know there are lots of posts related to choosing a TV and I have been reading them for weeks. But everyone's circumstances are different. This is...
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Normally a regular 1500 Suburban would handle a 5500 lb trailer without too much difficulty, but add the fam of 7 and you'll be overloaded for sure. As far as SUVs go, the 2500 Suburban will definitely ride better than the Excursion, that was one of the main reasons why we chose ours back in 2001. the front end architecture is different, independent front suspension with torsion bars in teh burb vs a solid front axle in the Excursion.
As was noted, a 2500/3500 van is an excellent choice and can be had for less cash than the SUVs, but as you mentioned, you lose the 4WD capability. There are 4WD van conversions available, but not in your price range.
In the 2500 Suburban, either the 6.0L or the 8.1L will be OK with the weight you are towing. Our trailer is 8500 lbs so the 8.1 was a must for us.
Here's a black one with the 8.1L, 79k miles in Elyria, OH for $12,900. Not sure where you are in Indiana, but this isn't that far. Clicky.
Here's a black 6.0L with 138K miles for $7900 in St. John's MI. Clicky.
There's not a lot out there to pick from, but there are a few closeby.
As was noted, a 2500/3500 van is an excellent choice and can be had for less cash than the SUVs, but as you mentioned, you lose the 4WD capability. There are 4WD van conversions available, but not in your price range.
In the 2500 Suburban, either the 6.0L or the 8.1L will be OK with the weight you are towing. Our trailer is 8500 lbs so the 8.1 was a must for us.
Here's a black one with the 8.1L, 79k miles in Elyria, OH for $12,900. Not sure where you are in Indiana, but this isn't that far. Clicky.
Here's a black 6.0L with 138K miles for $7900 in St. John's MI. Clicky.
There's not a lot out there to pick from, but there are a few closeby.
