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Toy Hauler vs. Travel Trailer......

Discussion in 'Towing & Hauling' started by ColoradoTJ, Mar 3, 2016.

  1. Apr 2, 2016 at 6:04 AM
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    ColoradoTJ

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    I can see some LT Headers and full exhaust coming to open up some power and torque.

    Just in 40 miles of towing, the fuel gauge dropped more than I would have guessed.
     
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  2. Apr 2, 2016 at 6:07 AM
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    Congrats nice looking rv
     
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  3. Apr 2, 2016 at 10:02 AM
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    Congrats dude!
     
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  4. Apr 2, 2016 at 11:04 AM
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    Today we cruised up to Mead, CO. Found a Honda EU3000i Handy Generator for 1600.00 brand new. Never even had oil or gas in it. Saved myself 600.00+ on that deal.
     
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  5. Apr 2, 2016 at 5:24 PM
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    Very nice!
     
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  6. Apr 3, 2016 at 5:10 PM
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    Added some overload springs from Hellwig today and did another test. This time I went to the mountains and back to see how the Tundra does on the passes.

    Truck is pretty level now and handles the shit roads in CO a lot better.

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    Today was also a MPG test in the mountains. LOL, this truck /trailer combo will not pass a fuel station. 9.3 mpg, elevation ranges from 5300-7200 ft, 60-65 mph over the passes.
     
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  7. Apr 3, 2016 at 5:22 PM
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    That's what I get with mine
     
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  8. Apr 3, 2016 at 5:26 PM
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    Yep, sounds like the norm. 190-200 miles I better be looking for fuel or use the 10-15 gallons in the bed.
     
  9. Apr 4, 2016 at 4:29 AM
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    That's one advantage to having a toy hauler. Mine has an 18-gal tank with a fueling station so I always have that as a backup for the truck if needed. Any extra fuel is helpful because in addition to the truck and quad, I'm also supplying the generator, chainsaw and water pump for my highbanker.
     
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  10. Apr 4, 2016 at 8:49 AM
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    Congrats! I keep Gas Buddy app handy while towing to see where the next gas station is. The last thing I want to do is blow past a gas station at <1/2 tank and have 60+ miles to the next accessible gas station. You do not realize how few truck stops are in CO until you try to get gas every 200 miles from Denver to Junction with a trailer. Enjoy!
     
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  11. Apr 4, 2016 at 11:09 AM
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    Ha ha....no kidding on the truck stops. I carry usually four 6 gallon cans. You just never know.
     
  12. Nov 5, 2016 at 12:45 AM
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    Having a toy hauler is very good. It includes the features like self-contained, wider and taller dimension, collapsible furniture and high durability. Because of these features it is easier for traveling or transporting RVs. One may also consult the experts for any queries.
     

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