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Re: Man on a mission, sorry but it's kind of long
bpounds wrote: bpounds wrote: People often fear what they don't understand. I understand that many drivers are more then qualified to drive while double towing. Some people even have the right equipment to tow that size and weight. I also understand that there is no distinction made between a qualified driver and someone with little or no experience barreling down the road at 80mph. For me it has to do with the speed and experience.425Views0likes0CommentsRe: Man on a mission, sorry but it's kind of long
Born and raised in Cali. Moved about 10 years ago and felt that a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders. I hate what has happened to the state. In Utah a motorcycle license, both written and driving, is much harder to get then a regular license. I am all for letting people be, but when I see a 1 ton truck with a large toyhauler AND boat doing 80 legally, it makes me a little nervous for everyone on the road.425Views0likes0CommentsRe: Pets- unpopular viewpoint
As an owner of a REAL service dog, I agree that there are way too many dogs in public establishments. Our dog has been trained and had to pass a test with over 80 behavioral situations. She can travel world wide without quarantine, even to Hawaii. My DW is a very severe diabetic and our dog, using it's sense of smell can detect a change in blood sugar levels long before my wife knows. In her service vest she carries life saving medication and instructions in case my wife cannot administer it herself. . All these "emotional support" dogs and other silly reasons people think they can take their dogs anywhere only makes it harder on the real service dogs out there.445Views0likes0CommentsRe: Gas or diesel
Jasdms54 wrote: I am ready to purchase a fifth wheel. The one I'm really looking at is 15,500 gvwr. I'm also purchasing a ram 2500. But do I need a diesel or gas. I want to travel states. Mostly west. What are the pro and cons ? For right now, it is part time, but eventually this will be full time. Hopefully about 4 years. Thank you I bought my first diesel truck recently and couldn't be happier. I had to haul about 3000lbs of cement blocks in the bed of my truck, up a very steep mountain road. I was a little concerned about the steep grade, some places had a 6%-10% grade and switchback curves. The truck did it like a champ. I couldn't be more happy with my choice. BTW I also get over 20 mpg going up and down the same mountain with my DW and two huge dogs.430Views0likes0CommentsRe: Did I just buy a 5th wheel?!?!?! What did I get into?
webejpn wrote: I appreciate everyone's feedback/opinions on this matter. I will be the first to admit that unlike every other single purchase i make, i did not research the snot out of it (my wife hates that i do this). I went to the dealership last night to make things final. I straight out told them what i had learned on here, all the folks i called yesterday (GM, Forrest River direct, couple local GM dealers, etc.). They gave me absolutely no hassle that if i wanted to call the deal off, i could without any implications. But they also gave me the opportunity to hitch it up and take it for a spin. If i didn't feel good about the way it dropped my truck or how it handled, again, i could kill the deal. So we hooked her up....boy, if i get nothing out of this other than seeing the ease and simplicity of hooking up a 5'ver.....DANG THAT WAS EASY!!!! I can see how this is a marriage saver!! Anyway, i was surprised that as my truck sat as is, she only dropped about 3". So it actually leveled my truck out perfectly in terms of front to rear wheel well space. Took her out for a spin and she handled like a champ. Now remember, all i have to compare to is TT and flat trailers with wheelers on them. So needless to say, i felt comfortable and confident with proceeding with the deal. To the folks that said, go ahead and try it and see what YOU think...thanks for your encouragement. For the naysayers...stay tuned to my future postings to see how it pans out and if i fail miserably feel free to use me as the "I told you so.." example I think that everyone including the "naysayers" wish you luck. Please keep us updated, especially when you load up the and take your first trip. I also hope you give a review of the 5th wheel..... the good, the bad and the ugly.598Views0likes0CommentsThe weight police
"My trailer tows just fine" "I don't care about my weight" "5th wheels are not commercial vehicles so what I tow is my business" I am new here, but not new to scales and weights. I worked at one of the busiest Cat scales in the country. We were located close to a CHP weigh station. I am amazed at the lack of concern about what a TV can tow SAFELY. The first thing I did was take my new truck loaded up the wife, the dogs, filled the tank, added a few gallons of water and went down to the Cat scales. It takes a little time to figure out what you can tow, all the numbers can be a little confusing. However it is very important to know these weight limits. The life of yourself, your family and all the people you share the road with are at risk when you over loaded. I am not talking about a 100lbs, but when you are 1000lbs or more, you are a danger to the rest of us who share the road. On a second note, when a dealer tells you that your truck can tow anything they have on the lot, RUN. It either shows a lack of knowledge or lack of concern for your safety. I recently was on a lot looking at a used DRV. I know it was too heavy, but just wanted to take a look. A salesman came up and said "nice unit". Of course I agreed, but said my truck can't tow something that heavy. He says my truck can tow anything he sells. I didn't argue, I just left the lot. Sorry for the long rant, I just had to get this off my chest and as far as the "weight police" keep trying to inform people, most don't listen but some might and you may save a life or two while you are at it.13KViews0likes49CommentsRe: Thinking of a 53' semi-Fifth wheel by Spacecraft
A little late to the thread, but if they want and can afford this type of trailer, more power to them. If it was me and using this trailer, I might have someone move the trailer from place to place and follow in my own car. The cost of the tow vehicle and insurance might equal out to the cost of having someone tow the trailer.1.6KViews0likes0Comments
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