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Post by mkpaint on Nov 29, 2019 14:12:42 GMT -5
So in January we are moving from south ga to west Texas 1400 miles. It’s for work. First time I’ve towed anything this big that far. Wishing I had the diesel in my f250 but the 6.2 is comfortable at 60 ish. Any suggestions on things to prepare me is appreciated.
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Post by Soleman on Nov 29, 2019 19:22:06 GMT -5
Plan your fuel stops!
What are you pulling?
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Post by mkpaint on Nov 29, 2019 20:50:26 GMT -5
Durango gold 385fl yea gas every 160-200 miles
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Post by nvguy on Nov 30, 2019 2:09:47 GMT -5
Yep, more fuel stops with a gasser. Make sure the tires on the 5th wheel are aired up (including spare), and in good shape. These Durangos pull well, so you shouldn't have any issues.
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Post by mkpaint on Nov 30, 2019 7:58:32 GMT -5
I get 8 mpg but that’s not much different than most diesel guys I talk to. Tires have less than 500 miles on them and I will check air. Ty for tips.
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Post by Edd505 on Nov 30, 2019 21:21:31 GMT -5
Watch the weather and if bad get as far south as quick as you can. Bad weather predicted add extra travel time.
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Post by nvguy on Nov 30, 2019 23:14:36 GMT -5
8 MPG isn't bad at all, I get 10.
Mileage isn't the only factor that affects trailer tires. Their age is a major factor. The rubber dries out, most trailer tires rot out before they wear out.
End result, running 60 ish will net you good MPG, and not over stress the tires (or you). One good thing about traveling in the winter is it's cooler, running 75 MPH+ in 90 degree heat will just about guarantee a tire failure.
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Post by mkpaint on Dec 1, 2019 8:53:19 GMT -5
Hopefully traveling from across south weather should be good. Meaning no snow I hope. Also tires are a year old so I’m thinking that should be ok. Thanks for advice.
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Post by laknox on Dec 2, 2019 0:04:09 GMT -5
Storms here in AZ weren't nearly as bad as predicted. We had about 1-4" of rain around PHX. Flag had =less= snow overall, than Prescott did, 2k' lower. We are predicted to have another storm later this week, though.
Lyle
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Post by Chuck on Dec 27, 2019 11:05:31 GMT -5
Like everyone stated, drive slower, save fuel, stop every so often to get out an walk around, adjust your seat so the back of your knees are not touching the seat an cutting blood circulation off ... With our old 2006 Ford F350 DWD 4X$ driving at 65mph most time we get right around 11 to 12mph on the flat land an about 10mph in the mountains fully loaded ... We have a 6.0 International engine which has been bullet proofed an a chip added ...
Has rained here all last week an off an on most every day, close to 5 inches of rain last week an who knows how much more is to come, temps in the low 50'es an high 40'es it's winter in the North West Ugh!!! Anyone got a canoe I can borrow 
Safe Travels 
Chuck
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Post by mkpaint on Dec 30, 2019 19:41:41 GMT -5
We left after 1pm today did 250 miles and stopped in Panama City. 65mph 7.2mpg 60 8.2mpg so probably gonna run 60. Pulled beautiful so happy.
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Post by nvguy on Dec 30, 2019 22:47:51 GMT -5
Good to hear. Yep, MPG drops a lot as speed increases. 65 to 70 costs me about 1-2 MPG.
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Post by laknox on Dec 30, 2019 22:53:21 GMT -5
Good to hear. Yep, MPG drops a lot as speed increases. 65 to 70 costs me about 1-2 MPG. I have the same from 65 to 60. Lyle |
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Post by mkpaint on Jan 2, 2020 21:29:37 GMT -5
Well made it safely with no hiccups
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Post by Soleman on Jan 2, 2020 21:34:33 GMT -5
Glad to hear it, Great news!
Happy New Year!
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Post by Chuck on Jan 30, 2020 19:50:36 GMT -5
mkpaint Glad to hear you made it safe an sound, we been under the weather here an am just catching up on all there is on the form ... AGN glad you made the trip safe an sound an are enjoying your home away from home
Chuck
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