Dick Campagna wrote:
>
> Corky - Please note that the trailer is only 7' wide, not 8' or 8-1/2'
> wide, as typical of others. Also, it's got a low profile roof level with
> the bedroom roof. Therefore, the bedroom doesn't have standing room, but
> has room to situp on the foot of the bed, which narrows over the
> *headboard.* It also has a rubber torsion suspension that is apparently
> lighter than the typical Dexter leaf-spring system. The trailer weighs
> around 3800 lb empty; 4800 lb GVWR. It doesn't have a great cargo
> capacity, but my wife and I are used to our pop-up, therefore, the fifth
> wheel will be like a palace. If you didn't notice in my previous note,
> check www.shadowcruiser.com. My trailer is not listed, since it's a '91
> (like new!!). Note that, because of the design of the fiberglass front
> section, it can be mounted close to the truck cab. It should be a good
> match for the Dakota. And it's only a foot wider than the Dak!
> ----------
> > From: Corky <corky@interworldnet.net>
> > To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
> > Subject: Re: Trailer Pulling
> > Date: Wednesday, September 03, 1997 7:38 PM
> >
> > Dick Campagna wrote:
> > >
> > > OK, here's an unusual question for the group. I'll soon be ordering a
> '98
> > > Dakota, CC, V8, 5-speed, 3.90 rear, HD everything, to pull my 25'
> Shadow
> > > Cruiser 5th wheel trailer (4,800 lb loaded). My biggest concern is
> low-end
> > > torque, since I want plenty of it available when I let the clutch out.
> > > That way, I won't have to slip it too much to get the *r's* up,
> although,
> > > with that *low* first gear and a 3.90 rear, it shouldn't be a problem.
> The
> > > solution to increasing low-end torque is probably different that what a
> lot
> > > of you guys are doing to improve results on the drag strip. Any
> > > suggestions?
> > > (P.S. - If you want to see the new models of my trailer, checkout
> > > www.shadowcruiser.com. Mine is a '91, so it isn't listed. But check
> out
> > > how aerodynamic these trailers are. It should be a good match for my
> > > Dakota. I don't work for Shadow Cruiser. I'm retired from federal
> > > service.)
> > > ----------
> > > > From: WillTier@aol.com
> > > > To: dakota@ait.fredonia.edu
> > > > Subject: Re: Jarrod's performance
> > > > Date: Tuesday, September 02, 1997 8:36 PM
> > > >
> > > > In a message dated 97-09-02 17:06:59 EDT, you write:
> > > >
> > > > << Let me know what's up
> > > >
> > > > Stan
> > > > dmagnum@mail.netside.com
> > > > >>
> > > >
> > > > Hey Stan
> > > >
> > > > Whats new ? Got the BFG DR's all mounted and am planning to run wed
> night
> > > and
> > > > check the out. I am hoping for a good night, the weather calls for
> > > morning
> > > > shower then a high of around 60 dropping into 40's
> > > > , Cool and dry and BFG's ho ho ho ho ho, a little 104 fuel and 2
> bottles
> > > of
> > > > NOS, hang on betsy we're goin fer a ride. Ahh maybe a little carried
> > > away
> > > > but oh well I feel pretty good about it.
> > > >
> > > > How did you make out with the engine ?
> > > >
> > > > Any new testing results ?
> > > >
> > > > Gots to git, I let ya know if I get to run...
> > > >
> > > > Bill
> >
> > A 25' 5th wheel and only 4,800 lb loaded?????? Man, it must be made of
> > tissue paper. I have a 21' Wilderness and dry gross is 4010 lb, GVWR is
> > 5800. Loaded with what, helium?? If true I'll get one! Corky
> >
Sounds like a great rig. I did go to their site and like the 25' plan.
Sent for info. Does 7" make it feel like the walls are closing in on
you? Corky
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