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Re: Towing mileage/capability
For what it is worth we have had Yukon Xl's since 2000. They are great tow vehicles for sure but we have a FWD Traverse that is no slouch either. While I would not recommend the FWD platform over the AWD if actually works quite well with a load distributing hitch. I had to bring a 33 ft travel trailer from Panama City Beach. FL to Northwest Ohio with it. I ran 55-65 and was very comfortable with it. Got some funny looks but had no issues. The Traverse has 241K on it and I'm going to order a new one with AWD to replace it. the Yukon XL is king but the Traverse is very capable if you use your noggin!1.2KViews0likes0CommentsLoad Master tug
This is a long shot but does anyone have an owners manual with a schematic for a Load Master Tug? They were originally built in Kansas. I have one that is tired and I'd like to go through and make sure it is like new. We have had it about 20 years and if you ever get one you'll never part with it. They are an absolute Moose!706Views0likes0CommentsRe: Can we pull a TT with our ‘20 Suburban
It will tug just fine all day long. The Suburban/Yukon XL platform comes with the tow package standard. (hitch and trans cooler) The heavy duty trailer package only adds air level for the rear, a built in brake controller and a 3:42 rear. We just bought a 2019 Yukon XL (our third since 2000) It has a 3:08 rear and have no problems with it tugging. The biggest thing is having a good weight distributing hitch and a good brake controller. Get the rig set up good and level and have fun!!1.3KViews0likes0CommentsYukon XL suspension regular or air suspension
We are in the market for a new(er) Yukon XL to replace our 2011 that finally gave out at 262,000 miles last summer. In looking at the 2017 and newer models it shows two different suspension packages. One is a "premium ride" and one is an air suspension. We want a nice smooth ride and have never had a problem with any of our Yukon XL/travel trailer combos with just normal suspension. What are your thoughts/experiences with the air suspension? If it goes bad can you just have regular shocks put on? Also, what are your thoughts on the GM integrated brake controller? if you don't like it can you put your own on? Thanks!!602Views0likes2CommentsRe: Replaced my Generator ... Help
I actually am following this thread as I have had the same idea as the OP but to use a Honda 5,000 gen when our Onan croaks. We have had a Honda 2,000 for 17 years and it has been used a ton and never given us a lick of trouble. We have had serveral Onans and and if I can figure out the Honda idea I will never have another Onan!398Views0likes0Comments22.5 vs 19.5 tires
Help me out here. Our three previous coaches have had the 19.5. We are thinking of trading out of our current 2016 Winne Sunstar. We loved our 08' Sightseer 35J and that had 19.5 tires. We are looking at a 11' Sightseer 35J and it has 22.5 tires. Aside from being substantially more expensive to replace is the ride really that much better? Other choices for the next coach are 2004 Holiday Rambler Vacationer 37PCT or a 1999 Holiday Rambler Imperial. Oddly the Imperial looks to have 15" tires and the Vacationer has 19.5. Our 2011 Yukon XL has bigger tires than our 2000 Yukon XL did and the ride of the 2000 was much better so I must be missing something. Thanks!5.3KViews0likes18CommentsEast Harbor State Park, Ohio
For about the last week I have been trying to find a report or such that would give the annual number of visitors for East Harbor. To be fair I have only called the general Ohio Parks Department number and East Harbors general number. (neither thought the state charted attendance) Does anyone know if there is such a report. Here in Michigan they chart everything. Thanks!!552Views0likes0Comments2016 Winne Sunstar entry door lock question
hi all! Does anyone know what brand Winne use for their entry door locks? Ours has not worked right since day. Dealer is 5 hours away and they didn't fix it the first time rather they just made it look good. Anyhow, after being locked out again for the umpteenth time and with my wife being out of state at the time with the second set of keys I drilled out the lock so I could shut down the coach. I called winne today and the fellow told me they were individually keyed for each coach? I have never heard of that with RV's and think he might have thought we had a driver entry door. I can call them again next week with the coach serial number but it just seems odd. Thoughts?? Thanks!!687Views0likes1Comment
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