Re: [A/S] Tow vehicle for 28' Classic

["Craig Eldridge" <craig_e@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

My last post threw out some comparisons of the Nissan Titan, Chevy 1500, 
1500HD, 2500 and 2500HD.  While it was centered on horsepower, torque, and 
maximun trailer weight figures, I did not mention braking capability.  The 4 
wheel disc brakes on the 2500HD are good size and don't have a problem 
stopping my 31' Excella 500 even when the brake controller is set to it's 
lightest setting.  Take a look at the brakes for each vehicle you are 
thinking of buying and then take each for a test drive.  I knew I wanted a 
3/4 ton for my 31' but was openminded enough to test drive a Ford F250 in 
the power stroke diesel and a V-10.  I was disappointed in both.  I then 
drove a 6 litre 2500HD and settled on an 8.1 litre 2500HD for more 
power/torque and the ultimate dicision breaker was the Allison 5 speed 
transmission.  If I could have afforded the Duramax diesel then I would have 
purchased it to get better fuel mileage.