bluefishgary 11 Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 Hi Hers mine 94 ford F-350 4X4 with 4.56 gearing. Trailer 2010 United 24 ft? Ext hitch. Link to post Share on other sites
unimogjohn 199 Posted April 21, 2012 Share Posted April 21, 2012 (edited) OK, this is our car hauler. A 2003 Chev Suburban 4x4, 3/4 ton, with the 6 Liter engine. The trailer is a 2006 26 foot Leonard. Pulling the trailer we get 11 mpg loaded or unloaded. The truck alone, 14 mpg, but if we slow down to 55 mph then we can get about 17 mpg. Edited April 21, 2012 by unimogjohn (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
msmazcol 3 Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 2000 GMC 2500 6.0., 24 ft Forest River raised roof with wedge and slope nose.Photo taken at Louisville. Link to post Share on other sites
auburnseeker 4,976 Posted April 22, 2012 Share Posted April 22, 2012 Ok Here's my truck never got around to getting the trailer. O5 6.0 litre superduty 4wd. 16.5 KMI, Never seen snow. Always in a heated garage with my old cars. 1 Owner ordered it new from Ford. Truly still showroom condition. I would trade it for an old car if anyone needs a new tow vehicle. I've never even towed with it. I just don't use it enough to keep it. I now have another diesel "work truck" I can tow with. Link to post Share on other sites
68427vette 11 Posted April 28, 2012 Share Posted April 28, 2012 heres one of my large ones, holds 22,500 on it! 3 braking axles! Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Hill 116 Posted June 6, 2012 Share Posted June 6, 2012 My set up Link to post Share on other sites
MrEarl 10,035 Posted June 10, 2012 Share Posted June 10, 2012 (edited) OK, this is our car hauler. A 2003 Chev Suburban 4x4, 3/4 ton, with the 6 Liter engine. The trailer is a 2006 26 foot Leonard. Pulling the trailer we get 11 mpg loaded or unloaded. The truck alone, 14 mpg, but if we slow down to 55 mph then we can get about 17 mpg.Nice set up John. I'm considering a 2500 Suburban and an enclosed trailer in the next year or so. How do they handle on the road. Much problem when passing or being passed by semi's? do you have any anti-sway bars or anything. Those are about the same mpg's I currently get with my 96 1500 Silverado w5.7 Vortec (248K miles, engine/tranny never seen a wrench other than oil filter wrench every 4-5000 mi) At what MPH is that 11 mpg? Edited June 10, 2012 by MrEarl (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
unimogjohn 199 Posted June 11, 2012 Share Posted June 11, 2012 Lamar, re the pulling with trailer, I usually run from 55 to 60 with the enclosed trailer. I can easily pass the big truck, but then again, they usually fly past me. I am not running anything special on the hook up, just the standard ball. I really do not get any swaying so I have not used my load leveler, which as the two long arms that attach between the truck and the trailer. I did just add the rear suspension enhancement bump stop replacements from Tembrim and these larger pieces of rubber have really helped with the side to side movement of the truck. Here are a couple of pics both unloaded and loaded. An easy enhancement for less than $200 if you do the work yourself. My discussion of the bump stop enhancement is at http://forums.aaca.org/f190/avanti-r2-1963-refresh-269244-62.html Link to post Share on other sites
GM-Classics 10 Posted June 13, 2012 Share Posted June 13, 2012 96 3500 Silverado 4x4 Vortec 454 - NV-4500 5 speed, 4:10s, 19.5s.... 6K original miles.... Just a show tow'r. Link to post Share on other sites
auburnseeker 4,976 Posted June 20, 2012 Share Posted June 20, 2012 And my wife thought I was the only nut!!!!!96 3500 Silverado 4x4 Vortec 454 - NV-4500 5 speed, 4:10s, 19.5s.... 6K original miles.... Just a show tow'r. Link to post Share on other sites
ed nieves 15 Posted July 21, 2012 Share Posted July 21, 2012 (edited) I have a 20 foot slope nose trailer and I pull it with a 2004 Titan. It works for me. Made by United Trailers and purchased from Trailer World Inc. Nice low wheel well and side door makes it easy to get out of my Corvette. Edited July 30, 2012 by ed nieves (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
zulaytr 3 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Vintage Aero 20'. I tow it with a 2009 Titan Crew Cab. Link to post Share on other sites
ed nieves 15 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Bob, this is very nice. How much weight in total the Titan ends up pulling? Mine pulls well, but when I get up close to 8,000 lbs, I can feel it starting to strain a little. Ed Nieves Link to post Share on other sites
zulaytr 3 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Ed, thanks and I historically pull between 6000 and 7500 depending on which car I am hauling. My I haul my 240Z it, the car only weighs about 2300 so I hardly know I am pulling anything. My 09 has a 9500 tow limit and I have the tow package on it so it has a slightly lower rear end ratio as part of the option. I like your eTrack system as it adds alot of versatility for tieing down a car and you can easily use the tire straps instead of hooking to the frame or suspension.Bob Link to post Share on other sites
ed nieves 15 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Ed, thanks and I historically pull between 6000 and 7500 depending on which car I am hauling. My I haul my 240Z it, the car only weighs about 2300 so I hardly know I am pulling anything. My 09 has a 9500 tow limit and I have the tow package on it so it has a slightly lower rear end ratio as part of the option. I like your eTrack system as it adds alot of versatility for tieing down a car and you can easily use the tire straps instead of hooking to the frame or suspension.BobThanks Bob. Yes the e-tracks are great. I don't use the tire straps, but I just ordered some to see how they compare to rachet straps. I have four rings as well that I can use when necessary. Most of the wheel straps I have found are designed for verticle e-tracks. My Cadillac Eldorado weighs 3,700 lbs, so the Titan feels it, compare to when I pull my Corvette. I brought my Titan new in 2004 and I have yet to do anything to it, but change the oil. I think they are excellent trucks for the price. Link to post Share on other sites
mikewest 411 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 Here is my rig 1999 Ford Super Duty 7.3 345000 miles.. I can get 3 Model ts on if I put em close........This is my father-in law going to the fair with old tractors. Mike Link to post Share on other sites
ed nieves 15 Posted July 28, 2012 Share Posted July 28, 2012 I love it. AMERICA at its best. Link to post Share on other sites
Larry Schramm 3,343 Posted July 29, 2012 Share Posted July 29, 2012 I went to a Silver King convention a number of years ago in Ohio when we lived there. Interesting piece of farm history. Link to post Share on other sites
charlier 340 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 2012 Toyota Tundra 4x4, 5.7L V8, (381 hp), 4.3 Rear. Trailer is a 20' x 8.5' Danzer purchased at Trailer Enterprises in Hagerstown, MD.Photo was taken at a rest stop during my trip to the 2012 AACA Grand National at Shelbyville, TN. Link to post Share on other sites
ed nieves 15 Posted August 3, 2012 Share Posted August 3, 2012 Charlie great setup. What were you pulling inside the trailer?Ed Nieves Link to post Share on other sites
charlier 340 Posted August 4, 2012 Share Posted August 4, 2012 Charlie great setup. What were you pulling inside the trailer?Ed NievesThanks Ed.On that trip I had my 1980 Volkswagen Rabbit inside the trailer. Link to post Share on other sites
JZRIV 1,558 Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Here's mine. 2006 F-350 Turbo Diesel with a Big Tex brand trailer painted to match. Its embarrasing sometimes because the truck attracts so much attention wherever it goes and it was never meant to be that way. I get some strange looks using a dump to tow cars but one thing is for sure I don't have to worry about tongue weight as far as the truck goes nor extra space to haul parts! Link to post Share on other sites
Jim Bollman 779 Posted August 10, 2012 Share Posted August 10, 2012 Here we are camped at the VFW in Macungie, PA at the Das Awksch Fescht last weekend. Took the Crosley FarmOroad down. Link to post Share on other sites
Amphicar BUYER 108 Posted December 5, 2012 Share Posted December 5, 2012 Heres my 2005 F-150 and 18' flatbed at 12,000' (yes, that is how deep the snow gets!)... Link to post Share on other sites
Bob Kinker 3 Posted December 10, 2012 Share Posted December 10, 2012 I have a 12 Dodge Ram 2500 diesel. Here it is pulling a new toy on my open trailer. It's a 1966 Dodge A-100 pickup. Link to post Share on other sites
dei 4,472 Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 Here is my 2011 Ford F-150 with one of my cars - 1928 Whippet cabriolet.Only have traveled locally (not more than 30 miles) but handles GREAT!DougBCA# 35039 Link to post Share on other sites
dei 4,472 Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 And.......Get a few looks hauling my utility trailer around with my 1952 Ford F-1.Don't let the rims &tires fool you, it is the original three on the tree flathead V8, 6volt negative ground and standard brakes. I just change out the bulbs on the trailer when I need lights. DougBCA# 35039 Link to post Share on other sites
dei 4,472 Posted February 12, 2013 Share Posted February 12, 2013 shheesh........ correction... meant to say 6 volt POSITIVE ground system.(not enough coffee this AM) Link to post Share on other sites
bluefishgary 11 Posted February 17, 2013 Author Share Posted February 17, 2013 Hi all: Update I sold the 94 Ford F-350 1 photo in this thread. Got a 2008 Ford F-350 DRW C/C diesel. Man what a difference. Good thing I have mirrors,I have to keep looking to see jf my trailer is still there!!!!! Link to post Share on other sites
countrytravler 386 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 (edited) 45 foot pulled with a 2007 Dodge Duelly. Every option with 30.000 miles.:cool: Edited April 13, 2013 by countrytravler (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
djr71 11 Posted March 10, 2013 Share Posted March 10, 2013 This is my F250. We have a 2wd 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 28 ft Interstate enclosed Link to post Share on other sites
MrEarl 10,035 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 [ATTACH=CONFIG]182119[/ATTACH]This is my F250. We have a 2wd 2005 Chevrolet Suburban and 28 ft Interstate enclosedso how do you like pulling with the Suburban? Link to post Share on other sites
djr71 11 Posted March 12, 2013 Share Posted March 12, 2013 I actualy am impressed with it. It has 350 in it and we tow 48 & 49 Buicks and a 1948 Packard with it. Takes a little time to get up to speed but it run 75 with no problems. Link to post Share on other sites
NCReatta 210 Posted April 12, 2013 Share Posted April 12, 2013 Here's my rig. 2001 Dodge Ram 2500 V10 4x4. Trailer is a 20' tilt bed with winch. I'm running 3:55 gears and new Bridgestone Load range E tires, and going down the highway at full load it gets about 9-10 mpg. Rides like a dream loaded though, and will pull the crap out of any other gas engine. Extremely quiet too.If you see me around the eastern seaboard hauling a Reatta, give me a shout! Link to post Share on other sites
dan at larescorp 21 Posted August 12, 2013 Share Posted August 12, 2013 (edited) Here are my toys Edited January 23, 2014 by dan@larescorp (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
dei 4,472 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Nothing like a stick shift on a boat ramp........ Link to post Share on other sites
carlisle1926 32 Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 (edited) Here are two shots of my truck and trailer. Its a 1997 Dodge with a Cummins diesel. I bought it new and it now has over 658,000 miles on it. I took these photos in front of my home. That's a 1949 T28A Trojan airplane fuselage on the trailer. Edited January 25, 2014 by carlisle1926 (see edit history) Link to post Share on other sites
dbehnke 0 Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 Wow, what a great set up. Was that picture taken on the OSU campus by chance? Link to post Share on other sites
NCMark 10 Posted January 28, 2014 Share Posted January 28, 2014 You all are making me feel bad, when I lived in Houston first they stole my trailer then my truck. '99 dodge dakota R/T and an open 16 ft trailer.A piece of advice If you have your trailer stored in a storage lot, your home owners will not cover it, and the local sheriff will not look too hard to find it. Even though there was video of it going out the gate and they knew whose code was used to get into the storage lot Link to post Share on other sites
epicoat 10 Posted June 6, 2014 Share Posted June 6, 2014 Awesome set up you guys have here. But just an inquiry what type of wheels and tires would best recommend in every trailer that is bang for the bucks? Link to post Share on other sites
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