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Re: Advice for Long Distance Towing
Grit dog wrote: I’m guessing their whole point is to have a RV to use in AK. Yes, we're planning on using our TT as much as possible while we're living in Alaska. Also, our move is for a military PCS, so most transportation costs, including shipping truck & trailer on a cargo ship from Seattle to Anchorage will be covered.992Views0likes0CommentsRe: Advice for Long Distance Towing
Grit dog wrote: Didn't know you were considering a jeep, but good choice on the EcoD. Very capable rig for mid size TTs and far and away the best fuel economy. When are you all leaving for AK? Have to be excited. Yes, we've come to our senses and are getting the truck instead of the JGC. And since it will be my husband's daily commute vehicle, he's happier about it, of course :-) We're leaving late March/early April, but we'll be putting the rig on a cargo ship in Seattle and flying separately rather than driving through Canada.488Views0likes0CommentsRe: Buying Used Trailers
midnightsadie wrote: a lot of good advice. you can even have these issue,s with a new rv. look and check things over, if you find just the right one,you could hire a mobil tech to do an inspection. its your money spend it wisely. p.s and sales people will tell you anything to get you to sign. Yes, a lot of great advice, and I love the mobile tech idea. Thanks!449Views0likes0CommentsBuying Used Trailers
I'm debating buying a used TT if the right one comes along while we're still looking, not more than 5 years old. We've never owned a TT before and have some questions. What are some things I need to pay particular attention to when looking at a used TT? What things can I expect to/should replace (aside from tires)? How do I clean out the fresh water tank (I'm assuming it doesn't detach)?2.5KViews0likes12CommentsRe: Advice for Long Distance Towing
Another quick road trip question. I'm looking at our route for our road trip and wondering about mid-day stops between campsites. What if we want to go into a city/town for lunch or something where it wouldn't be wise to haul our trailer with us... do we pass or do people temporarily park their trailers somewhere for this purpose? For example, do camp grounds allow short term without booking an overnight stay? ...Or is this a dumb question?274Views0likes0CommentsRe: Towing Scenario, Insights/Feedback Wanted
lawrosa wrote: What unit specifically? I dont see a light wildwood toy hauler. They all have heavy TW... Are you talking the FSX wildwood..? http://www.forestriverinc.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=510&Image=24737&ShowParent=1&ModelID=3668#Main This is the TH model I'm considering... https://rv.campingworld.com/rvdetails/new-travel-trailer-toy-hauler-rvs/2018-forest-river-wildwood-x-lite-180rtxl-toyhauler-10k-ASH1423351498Views0likes0CommentsRe: Towing Scenario, Insights/Feedback Wanted
What about with this trailer (same vehicle)… FR Wildwood X-Lite Toy Hauler (GVWR ~5,500) Est. GVW 4,600 +UVW: 3,100 +Est. Payload: 1,500 2014 Jeep GC 4WD EcoDiesel (Specs: GVWR 6,800 / TR 7,200 / Max Payload 1,270 / GCWR ~13,000) Est. GVW 6,500 +Curb W: 5,300 +Payload: 1,200 (Psgrs 600 + 13%TW 600) GCW = 11,100498Views0likes0CommentsRe: Advice for Long Distance Towing
NMDriver wrote: Take a spare, spare tire. Buying tires that fit in a small town can be difficult and expensive. Finding a shop to mount a tire is pretty easy. If you are not familiar with the western states and the distance between services, you should use Gas Buddy, as a previous poster mentioned, to plan your fuel stops. Fuel can get pretty costly when the only station for 50 miles is setting the price. Deer, elk, critters in general, can make driving around sunset and sunrise an eye straining experience. If you are tired from a long day of driving it may be best to just stop a hour or so before sunset. You may be tempted to let the dogs run loose somewhere along the way. I would advise against it. Spending hours waiting for them to come back from a rabbit chase can be worrisome. I do not know which route you are planning but take it easy on the down slopes and if you do need to use your brake pedal hit it hard, let off and hit it hard again to slow down. Over heating is the danger. No riding the brake or trying to slow down slowly on a down grade. You will be going through some beautiful country and pass some great places. Hope you enjoy the trip and enjoy Alaska. Hitting the brake hard while towing a trailer sounds terrible! I think that goes against what I've read so far (which I understand isn't the same as experience). Seriously?!220Views0likes0Comments
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