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Topic: Whats pulling your RPod Posted: 10 Feb 2011 at 12:52pm |
This is what I measured an average commute, for me, last summer. I drive some county roads and some city. I have gotten as good as 22+ on one tankful and the lowest has been about 18.5. I still have not had it on the highway long enough to get a good reading on that mileage...it seems I'm always towing a camper when I'm on the highway . I usually get around 12-13 when towing. My RPMs stay around 1700-1800 in tow/haul mode.
This is the 5.3L V8 325HP, Flex Fuel with Active Fuel Management, 4speed auto trans, 3.42 gears. I can't remember what the EPA rating was, but I think I'm exceeding that.
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David and Danette
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Feb 2011 at 3:06pm |
I am hitting myself in the head thinking I could of had a V8. Our Liberty with the 3.7 V6 does not get that good of gas mileage. Most of our driving is rural with a little city and a little Hwy. We average about 19.5 mpg. I do not drive fast, I excelerate slow. David
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 10 Feb 2011 at 4:57pm |
Don't hit yourself too hard!
Everyone please understand that I do not intend to bash anyone's vehicle of choice. You can pull a Pod with a 4 cyl. (I did - to the Rocky Mts. and back). My opinions/suggestions are intended towards those who might be considering a new TV. My hope is to have them look at the information/data, run the numbers, and come up with an answer of their choosing.
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TIDALWAVE
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Feb 2011 at 8:02am |
After towing my Pod for a year with both a Jeep Liberty (6cyl-3speed auto) and Chevy PU (8cyl-6spd auto), and reading all of the forum comments...I have come to the conclusion that just about any vehicle towing a Pod will get about 12-13 mph regardless of engine size/horsepower on the flats. What makes the difference is the ease of handling. With the Liberty, I can always feel the Pod when going uphill or if there are side winds. With the much larger PU, I have to look back to even notice that I am pulling the Pod.
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Feb 2011 at 11:13am |
I Agree with that statement. I have pulled our 171 with several different cars/trucks and got about the same milage. The only time I have seen improvement was when I had kayaks on the roof in a vshape. I plan to to more testing this summer with my truck and kayaks as we will be pulling to the same several times.
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tdrace
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Feb 2011 at 9:19pm |
I pick up the 2010 Ford F150 in the morning. 11,000$ off of sticker price. 5.4 v-8 I can't wait to hook up to THE POD. Do you think I will need my wdh on this. I know I will have to readjust the settings. What do you think. I have the e-2 equalizer.
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techntrek
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Feb 2011 at 9:33pm |
Sweet. I've considered upgrading during this down time. What was your final price? I would say hook it up, and drive it around for a while. If you feel it every time you hit a bump (the usual tounge bounce onto the hitch ball), then try the WDH. If you can't feel the 'pod back there, forget the WDH. A secondary consideration, if you get more than an inch of sag on the rear axle then you may want to use it no matter how it feels. |
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tdrace
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 11 Feb 2011 at 11:36pm |
Thanks Final price 37,995 to 26,995 Love it! with 4 miles on it. I can't believe it ! I am so excited!
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 12 Feb 2011 at 3:49am |
I'm happy for you! I agree with Tech...try it without it and see what you think (regarding the WDH).
I've yet to hear of anyone getting better mileage when towing (around 12), but you'll have plenty of "umph" to go wherever you want, whenever you want. Mountains, strong winds....who cares?!
Let us know what you think of it.
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saxack
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Post Options Quote Reply Posted: 15 Feb 2011 at 8:33pm |
Hi
I posted once before about pulling a 171 with a 2010 Jeep Wrangler 4 door 4X4 w/ 3.8 V6. It has a class 3 hitch & a "Prodigy" brake controller. It seems everyone says it will be underpowered. I have since looked into getting a supercharger for my Jeep which will add significantly more HP & torque. I haven't bought the RPod yet, & want to order the 171 Hood River Edition SUV package. Does anyone have any advice for me? It's a much cheaper way to get around getting a different vehicle to tow the Pod. |
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