Now I have 3.55, hoping to get 3.92 or 4.10s. not sure, any thoughts if
the 4.10 would be to much?
Looking at the "260 RBS" made by Coachmen, Its what I call a "Empty
Nest" style. Queen size bed and no other full time time beds. The sofa
and dinette turn into beds. Just right for a grandchild or two someday
:-)
http://www.coachmenrv.com/tow/captiva/old_floorplans.htm
-- *------------------------------Y2KOTA------------------------------* Don Mallett Y2K QC 4.7L Auto SLT+ 4x2 http://www.y2kota.us *-----I'm not late! It's that the rest of the world is early!!-----*On Aug 10, 2005, at 3:58 PM, Jason Bleazard wrote:
> > On Wed, August 10, 2005 9:58 am, Don said: >> >> I'm looking for a TT for my Dak, What is every one else towing? and >> what about the weight? > > We've got a 24 foot Pioneer (made by Fleetwood). If memory serves, I > think the dry weight is rated at 3600 lbs, although I'd have to check > that > to be sure. The dealer said they usually figure an extra 1000 lbs for > options, equipment, supplies, water in the tanks, etc. I haven't > bothered > to weigh it. > > What final axle ratio are you running? That'll make a pretty big > difference on how much you'll enjoy pulling a trailer, especially with > the > 4.7. > > As far as the weight, I'm sure you've figured out the max ratings > listed > in the owner's manual for both total weight as well as tongue weight. > Also be sure to check your hitch, that should have its own ratings > printed > on it. Don't exceed the weakest part. > > Another thing to consider in addition to weight is the aerodynamic > drag. > Ours seems to act like a big parachute behind us. I've noticed even > when > going downhill that we'll lose speed pretty quickly if I take my foot > off > the throttle. If it was just the weight, you'd think it would push us > down the hill. I think next time I'll consider something a bit lower > profile (ours sits pretty high). > > Have you figured out what you're looking for yet? Approximate size? > Ultra-light or regular? (I've been told the ultra-light models are > also > ultra-flimsy, but I have no first-hand experience with them.) Pop-up, > fold-out beds, or full hard side? Slide outs? > > -- > Jason Bleazard http://drazaelb.blogspot.com Burlington, Ontario > his: '95 Dakota Sport 4x4, 3.9 V6, 5spd, Reg. Cab, white > hers: '01 Dakota Sport 4x4, 4.7 V8, Auto, Quad Cab, black > > > >
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