[A/S] towing with a big rig

["Nicci Wolf" <cb8003804341@xxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I seem to remember a while back (has it been a year?!!) someone on 
the list started towing an A/S with a semi. I also recall that person 
was on the receiving end of some ribbing on the list for having 
overcompensated with that much power :) But I am looking into some of 
the big trucks because many of them cost less than the truck diesals 
(used) and still have another 250k to go. Also, I will need a lot of 
storage space for my work supplies and inventory, and I wouldn't fear 
that adding an 8 foot add-on storage unit would be pushing it in 
terms of towability. I'd really appreciate it if the person who is 
towing w/ a big truck would drop me a note(if he's still on the 
list). I'd be happy to hear from anyone with knowledge in this area. 
I was wondering about the kind/ type of hitch one would use to tow an 
Airstream. I've seen some towing fifth wheels, so the hitch is pretty 
much in the same place as a truck trailer, but with a travel 
trailer...?? Curious whether the mpg differs greatly from the diesel 
trucks folks on the list use(12-14 mpg highway towing). And whether 
maintenance costs are much different, or whether it all balances out 
given the longevity the big rigs can offer. 

Nicci