Re: [A/S] Tow Vehicle Choice- Which van?

["Mr. Joy H. Hansen" <joytbrew@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

Hi Maurice,

I gave up trying to tow a 23 Safari with a 350 Chevy van.  Just doesn't have
enough power off the flats.  Since my future interest might allow the
trailer to grow to 27', I opted for the Ford F250 super duty quad cab power
stroke diesel.  Never regretted the choice and I haven't towed a trailer
except for the new argosy that followed me home with out equalizer, etc.
The truck didn't even wink with a 22 foot tow.

I average 18.5 mpg without towing.  My Chevy van averages 10 - gets 14 on
the road - 10 towing on relatively level ground.  If Ford puts a power
stroke diesel in a van, that would be what you might consider.  The V10 gets
horrible fuel economy.

Unfortunately, I opted for the automatic transmission against the lists
advice to stick with a manual.  I'll have to deal with the tranny coasting
under 1K rpm.  Maybe an exhaust brake, etc.

Again, I've never regretted my choice of the power stroke diesel.  I
understand that the new Isuzu diesel used by GM is a great puller.  Quiet
and powerful!

                                                   '69 Safari, Joy