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IPodAlong
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Wow, I live in Virginia. The max tow speed is 55?! I'm good with that!
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2010 Rp 171
Towed with 2011 Ford Expedition Co-pilots: Abby & Brownie "No one can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending." -- Anon |
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MandB
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We live in VA as well and I was also surprised to see the 55 limit. I don't feel so guilty now for actually towing at that speed. Now if people would only learn how to merge on to an Interstate, I would be a really happy person.
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HuronSailor
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I was also surprised to see that in MI you could ride in a towed trailer, not just a fifth wheel. I always thought that was against the law.
I'm going to see if there's an app for this info.
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marc515
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"When towing the rpod, we get 8 mpg at 70-75" I thought ST- trailer tires had a maximum speed rating of 65MPH? Here's some interesting info I pulled from Discount Tires, especially the time part and how the tire strength decreases. Now I know I'm going to "D" range tires. Speed
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Best Regards,.....Marc & Joan
And....Tucker (our yellow lab) 2011 Heartland MPG-181 2011 Nissan Pathfinder USMC 69-73 God Bless all our Men & Women in Uniform |
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MandB
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Your quote attributes the statement to me, but I didn't say that. I wouldn't drive any faster than 60 with my trailer attached and now that I know my state speed limit is 55mph, I will make sure to keep it in that range.
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marc515
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Sorry I mis-quoted; I changed my post
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Best Regards,.....Marc & Joan
And....Tucker (our yellow lab) 2011 Heartland MPG-181 2011 Nissan Pathfinder USMC 69-73 God Bless all our Men & Women in Uniform |
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sammycamper
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Sorry if my post sounded like I was blasting WWR or anyone else for deciding on a bigger TV. By all means, enjoy it.
My point is only that those of us with smaller vehicles that are rated and equipped to tow our rPods should feel safe and comfortable doing that, as long as we consider what we're towing and adjust our driving habits and expectations accordingly. I don't advocate slapping a bumper hitch on a Smart Car and heading for the mountains with an rPod attached. But, I do think virtually any mid-size SUV with a towing package and adequate tongue and gross weight ratings should do just fine.
Sam
P.S. I'm surprised Minnesota allows riding in a travel trailer and towing at 70 MPH. In combination, that could be a scary ride!
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HuronSailor
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No app for the towing info, but wouldn't that be great if it was part of the popular Camping and RV app that I know some of us have?
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HuronSailor
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Also, good info on the trailer tires. Much of that info is news to me. My pod's tires have been used for 3 1/2 seasons and developed some weird looking sidewall problems last fall. They probably have around 6K miles on them. Both are slated to be replaced as soon as she comes out of storage this season.
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dockguy
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Snooper ,
Thanks for the info. I have a Rpod 171 and love it also. It has everything that you could want in an RV, yet is easy too tow and maintain. Enjoy the open road... Dockguy 2011 Rpod 171 2005 Toyota Tundra Crew Cab |
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