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4 wheel drive trails in Park City UT
I've spent a lot of time with my Land Cruiser in Southern UT and the San Juans in Colorado. Now I have the opportunity to go to Park City UT for a week and I will be renting a Jeep. Can anyone direct me to some of the best 4 wheel drive trails in that area?1.6KViews0likes4CommentsRe: Who's owned an Isata 5 based on the Ram 5500 chassis?
carringb wrote: Damdifino wrote: I like the MDT, but I want a 4x4. Otherwise, it sounds like the Ford and Ram have too many downsides. Any specific reason you want 4x4? Generally, these things are too long and low to venture off a gravel road. Motorhomes have good traction anyways because most of the weight is on the drivers. And for snow-driving, you'll still need chains even with 4x4, because nearly all states have chain laws that are more strict once you are over 10,000 pounds. And.... hydraulic AWD is available as a conversion on all true MDTs with air brakes. https://www.eztracawd.com I spend a good deal of time camping on the beach on Mustang Island and North Padre Island on the Texas coast. Sometimes that sand can get deep.1.3KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Who's owned an Isata 5 based on the Ram 5500 chassis?
carringb wrote: Will you be traveling with more than the 2 of you? The HUGE flaw with the pickup-based Super-C's, on both the Ford and Ram chassis, is how low the cab and windshield are relative to the coach. So not only is step-through awkward, nobody in the back can see the road while traveling! As for the chassis, both the 2019+ Ram and all Fords since 20011 use the Bosch CP4 fuel pump. This would be a non-starter for me. Especially in a motorhome, because you can't pull the cab to swap all the fuel lines when it grenades. I'd personally only consider a true MDT at this point, due to that fuel pump. I had a Ram 5500 work truck for a while. I liked the Aisin transmission, the exhaust brake, and the steering and brakes feel. The seat quality was garbage. Hopefully the MH makes are doing full seat swaps. Factory foam breaks down in 60,000 miles. The alternator in those isn't great, and they sometimes have electrical issues caused by the up-fitter because everything gets attached to the the batteries. They don't have high-amp upfitter connection points like Ford does. But... this really comes down to the care taken by the upfitter. I like the MDT, but I want a 4x4. Otherwise, it sounds like the Ford and Ram have too many downsides.1.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Who's owned an Isata 5 based on the Ram 5500 chassis?
carringb wrote: Will you be traveling with more than the 2 of you? The HUGE flaw with the pickup-based Super-C's, on both the Ford and Ram chassis, is how low the cab and windshield are relative to the coach. So not only is step-through awkward, nobody in the back can see the road while traveling! As for the chassis, both the 2019+ Ram and all Fords since 20011 use the Bosch CP4 fuel pump. This would be a non-starter for me. Especially in a motorhome, because you can't pull the cab to swap all the fuel lines when it grenades. I'd personally only consider a true MDT at this point, due to that fuel pump. I had a Ram 5500 work truck for a while. I liked the Aisin transmission, the exhaust brake, and the steering and brakes feel. The seat quality was garbage. Hopefully the MH makes are doing full seat swaps. Factory foam breaks down in 60,000 miles. The alternator in those isn't great, and they sometimes have electrical issues caused by the up-fitter because everything gets attached to the the batteries. They don't have high-amp upfitter connection points like Ford does. But... this really comes down to the care taken by the upfitter. More good info. Thanks, and keep 'em coming.1.2KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Who's owned an Isata 5 based on the Ram 5500 chassis?
bob_nestor wrote: I don't own one but have some RVing friends (here in North Texas) who sold their Class A diesel pusher and ordered a new 2020 Isata 5 based on the Ram 5500. They took delivery a little over a year ago from the dealer south of the DFW Metroplex. They've had nothing but problems with the dealer, the Isata 5, the Dodge and the manufacturer. It has spent almost as much time on the dealer's lot waiting for authorization for repairs as they've had it in their hands for camping trips. Electrical issues, water leak issues, water heater issues, propane issues, slide issues, craftsmanship problems with cabinets and trim, chassis electrical issues, stove problems, refrigerator problems to name a few. I've told them a number of times to skip the dealer and the warranty and park it in my backyard and we'll work on fixing everything together. They were planning on keeping it for at least 5 years, but they're already looking for a replacement. I'm sure they'd make you a deal on the one they have if you're interested. Not good. I feel very bad for them. But this is the kind of feedback I was hoping to get. Thanks.1.2KViews0likes0CommentsFeeling the urge
It's 106 in San Antonio and I'm feeling the urge to find cooler weather. My normal M.O. is to just head out and roam, but there's so many rules and closures now that I don't feel that confident. My favorite getaway is the San Juan mountains and Southern Utah. I usually access my destinations by traveling through New Mexico, but they seem kinda prickly right now. (It takes a full day to get out of Texas from San Antonio, so I feel like I need a plan before I hit the road.) Any advice?2.1KViews0likes6Comments
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