Seeking opinions on Tow Vehicle
06-03-2014, 06:17 PM
#46
2005 Yukon XL or Suburban LS (You would like the autoride). 8.1L engine with the 4l80E.
Great family truck (it is a TRUCK, not a unibody car with more metal around you and higher up).
Can tow.... over 10k. And you can get one for not too much now.
Great family truck (it is a TRUCK, not a unibody car with more metal around you and higher up).
Can tow.... over 10k. And you can get one for not too much now.
06-12-2014, 05:51 PM
#47
Burning Brakes
Finally got this setup together. Even with a surge trailer, it tows surprisingly well. I didn't realize the X5 (even the M) is rated at 7700lb in europe, but only 6K in the US. No matter, this is only about 4500 loaded up.
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06-14-2014, 11:21 AM
#48
They go much slower, 80kph or slower. Here in fly-over land, many tow the speed limit (70mph/112kph) or more.
Having said the above, been very happy towing my set up ('03 X5 4.6 Trailex enclosed) from OH to WG, RA, Sebring, & Barber.
It seems short distance form rear SUV axle to hitch ball pivot point helps with tail wag dog effect. Need HP to pull and good brakes to stop, electric trailer breaks a good idea as you approach max weight.
Middle photo, not me
but yes that is "the Ring". Started with open U-Haul to test the capabilities of X5 towing.
Having said the above, been very happy towing my set up ('03 X5 4.6 Trailex enclosed) from OH to WG, RA, Sebring, & Barber.
It seems short distance form rear SUV axle to hitch ball pivot point helps with tail wag dog effect. Need HP to pull and good brakes to stop, electric trailer breaks a good idea as you approach max weight.
Middle photo, not me
but yes that is "the Ring". Started with open U-Haul to test the capabilities of X5 towing.
06-14-2014, 05:05 PM
#50
Hard to find a well maintained late model 2500 with the 8.1... Been looking