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Re: Severe problem towing 2014 Jeep Cherokee
Wiring kit was installed today. Took dealer about 5 hours (their first one). NO CHARGE. Installation appears very neat and it won't be difficult to use - just have to remember two more steps when connecting and disconnecting. FCA recommends providing power to the battery if towing for more than 3 hours. So, next job is to get a power source. Any advice and recommendations welcome. Don709Views0likes0CommentsRe: Severe problem towing 2014 Jeep Cherokee
Hmm. Looking at this entire thread now (my Cherokee delivered in Nov 2013 gets the wiring harness on Wednesday) it seems to me that the experts like et2 sure disappeared or went silent when all of their comments proved to be totally incorrect.709Views0likes0CommentsRe: Thor Axis drivability
Sure wish we had an option here to get something like this. An AWD Sprinter with a lighter box on it. Only problem is that we are 3 and it is but 2 with 3 being a pretty tight fit. It would be nice as a touring unit. http://www.gizmag.com/bimobil-mercedes-sprinter-ex-366/36227/pictures#1833Views0likes0CommentsRe: Thor Axis drivability
pnichols wrote: dleslie125 wrote: We looked in all the usual places (have had 5 MHs) and could not find them. In our 2005 Itasca it is on the back wall of the main clothing closet. That is where it is on our 2011 Impulse as well, but that was not exactly what I was asking. Do the Feds specify a location because if they do, based on our checking at the Tampa show, it sure isn't obvious what the location is when you open every closet door, every storage compartment door, every kitchen/pantry door and every cabinet door (in bath) and find nothing. In binder or bag from the manufacturer with all the manuals and warranties there is often a copy of the weight sticker but the bags were not available in the show models. Frankly, I doubt that the Feds specify a location.831Views0likes0CommentsRe: Thor Axis drivability
WDW.BWV wrote: We also liked the Axis, but the shower and lav configuration is poorly designed and became the deal killer for us. As I recall, the CCC was not too hot either. But I will say it was fun to drive for the trip we made with it as a demo at CW. Thanks for the reminder. UVW (unloaded vehicle weight). At the Tampa show we looked for stickers and in the past they have not been difficult to find. This year found virtually none which made me wonder if the numbers were very low and they weren't fond of showing them. Don832Views0likes0CommentsRe: Thor Axis drivability
kgray, I'll be interesting in reading your report on drivability of the Axis. I agree that it is hard to justify the extra $20 for the 24V Sprinter. In Canada, because of the drop in crude's price and thus our currency the gap in list prices will be even wider. I thought the layout was very nice. I now realize that I didn't give the Axis any time at the recent Tampa Super Show. Towing is interesting. The Axis comes with an 8,000 lb receiver. The GCWR less the GVWR is 6,000 lbs so in theory it should be able to tow the 6,000 lbs. Our E450 has a GCWR of 22,000 lbs and GVWR of 14,500 so in theory we are good for 7500 lbs - BUT the receiver is rated at 5,000 lbs. What has to be considered is wheelbase extensions and frame rail extensions. Our E450 has been extended and I don't know what that does to the towing limit as it is not Ford that does the extension. (Ford does have what appear to be pretty tight upfitters rules though). From what I can see with a wheelbase of 188 to 194 they will have extended the wheelbase as the E350's longest wheelbase is 176 inches. I sure do like the wheelbase to length ratios though - over .60. So, do let us know how it drives. I'm kind of kicking myself for not taking a good look at the Axis and Vegas at the Tampa Super Show last month. One headache considering either the Axis or Vega is the distance to the nearest dealer - way too far. From our point of view, Thor does a terrible job of product allocation. Don831Views0likes0CommentsRe: Towing Honda Odyssey 4 wheels down
You are right that it is your nickel. Interesting what Remco states on its site with respect to a 2008 - confirms your view. We went through all the rigmarole with our Escape (our two prior toads had a transfer case with neutral) and I decided to go back to a transfer and will now only tow with one and no restrictions. BTW, I agree the Odyssey is a good vehicle. So is my 2014 Town & Country Limited. Remco wrote: 2008 Honda Odyssey LX FWD V6 3.5L cyl 5 Speed Automatic P36A/B36A Notes Towable as is with speed and/or distance restrictions. Please see Owner's Manual for confirmation and procedures. It is not recommended to tow this vehicle over 65MPH When towing for an extended period of time, start the vehicle as often as possible and allow it to run for five minutes to prevent battery drain. Officially from both Honda and REMCO the vehicle is not towable. However, we at Remco have a large number of customers who are flat-towing that vehicle behind their Motor Home and they are not having any issues. Follow the "Emergency Towing" procedures in the owner's manual to a "T" except ignore the restrictions and follow those procedures each and every time you tow. NOTE: If you choose tow your Honda, and have any damage to the Transmission as a result, you will have to pay for that expense out of pocket. It is nothing that Honda or Remco will warranty. Also, it should be noted that Remco sells no aftermarket product (Lube Pump or otherwise) to make this car towable.3.7KViews0likes0CommentsRe: Towing Honda Odyssey 4 wheels down
Seems to me that the manual for the 2014 Odyssey is pretty clear on this issue: Page 407 of the Manual in PDF Towing Your Vehicle Your vehicle is not designed to be towed behind a motor home. If your vehicle needs to be towed in an emergency, refer to the emergency towing information. Page 407 of the Manual in PDF When you check page 539 for towing instructions they want front wheels lifted off the ground. So, a dolly is the only option if you care about the warranty. If the Odyssey was towable, I would certainly have considered buying one. If your transmission fails, it is going to be difficult to hide the fact that it has been towed flat.3.7KViews0likes0Comments
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