Moving with my EX
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Moving with my EX
Hi All,
Did some searching and couldn't really find anything applicable. Here's the deal:
We are moving from AZ to FL pretty quick because of work. I'm looking around for an enclosed trailer to haul our stuff, 24-28 foot should suffice. Does anyone here regularly tow a trailer that size? What kind of MPG do you get? Anything you think I should know? I bought the EX last year to tow a boat (just sold it) that weighed around 6k. The trailer will be heavy when I'm done loading it and I'm guessing it'll be right at the limit.
It's an '01 V10 4x4 with the 3:73.
Thanks
Did some searching and couldn't really find anything applicable. Here's the deal:
We are moving from AZ to FL pretty quick because of work. I'm looking around for an enclosed trailer to haul our stuff, 24-28 foot should suffice. Does anyone here regularly tow a trailer that size? What kind of MPG do you get? Anything you think I should know? I bought the EX last year to tow a boat (just sold it) that weighed around 6k. The trailer will be heavy when I'm done loading it and I'm guessing it'll be right at the limit.
It's an '01 V10 4x4 with the 3:73.
Thanks
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Will let the more knowledgeable 'towers' pipe in, but for now.. u stock height ?
If pretty quick - how about renting something from a U-haul type place?
they would have the proper specs, etc... and one less rushed decision you have to make... moving is a BIG deal with enough surprises!
suggest you get a two or more axle tralier where you are just "pulling" the well balanced tongue weight so the Ex is not crushed in back...
Balance is the key, too little or too much tongue weight and you may have a 6 flags type ride
MPG for you vehicle will probably be in the 8 to 10 mpg (course it is downhill all the way )
good luck ! and if you come through big D and need a rest stop gimme a shout
If pretty quick - how about renting something from a U-haul type place?
they would have the proper specs, etc... and one less rushed decision you have to make... moving is a BIG deal with enough surprises!
suggest you get a two or more axle tralier where you are just "pulling" the well balanced tongue weight so the Ex is not crushed in back...
Balance is the key, too little or too much tongue weight and you may have a 6 flags type ride
MPG for you vehicle will probably be in the 8 to 10 mpg (course it is downhill all the way
)good luck ! and if you come through big D and need a rest stop gimme a shout
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For the room, I would let your wife drive the Ex, and you drive a Penske. Overall, expecially if you get one of their 20ft or 36ft International models, you'll have a safer more pleasant drive, with more room.
Cargo Master
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If you buy an enclosed trailer, you can always sell it later and probably not lose very much of what you bought it for.
MPG will depend on weight, speed traveled, and how tall the trailer is. I've towed a small skid steer over 1000 miles with a total trailer weight of about 6,000 lbs and got anywhere from 8 - 9.5 mpg depending on the headwind. That's with a V10 with 4.30:1 gears. You have the 3.73 gears so it might be a little lower on the mpg.
I say go for it. Just get a good brake controller for the trailer.
Cargo Master
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You should get a good brake controller, check all fluids, change oil, and I would recommend flushing the tranny, if you have not done this recently. It may cost a few $$s now but will help keep the tranny in the best condition while towing on a long trip. Just my opinion. Good luck with the move!
More Turbo
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My specs exactly! Just towed my rock crawler on a 2 axle trailer. It's pretty tall, and 6K total. Got 11 MPG going the speed limit. Since I go thru a corner of NYC, freeway driving here is like secondary roads in other places.
The Ex was great towing 6k. Set the CC and just steer
The Ex was great towing 6k. Set the CC and just steer
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Why? He already has a very capable vehicle.
If you buy an enclosed trailer, you can always sell it later and probably not lose very much of what you bought it for.
MPG will depend on weight, speed traveled, and how tall the trailer is. I've towed a small skid steer over 1000 miles with a total trailer weight of about 6,000 lbs and got anywhere from 8 - 9.5 mpg depending on the headwind. That's with a V10 with 4.30:1 gears. You have the 3.73 gears so it might be a little lower on the mpg.
I say go for it. Just get a good brake controller for the trailer.
If you buy an enclosed trailer, you can always sell it later and probably not lose very much of what you bought it for.
MPG will depend on weight, speed traveled, and how tall the trailer is. I've towed a small skid steer over 1000 miles with a total trailer weight of about 6,000 lbs and got anywhere from 8 - 9.5 mpg depending on the headwind. That's with a V10 with 4.30:1 gears. You have the 3.73 gears so it might be a little lower on the mpg.
I say go for it. Just get a good brake controller for the trailer.
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Cargo Master
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You also are balancing the wear and tear on his own vehicle, and the cost of buying a trailer to have to sell it again. We're in a buyers market not a sellers, he could possibly buy a toy hauler at a good price, but he won't get a good selling price trying to get rid of it.
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Alright mr. capslock, pull your panties out of your tailpipe. He said he was looking for one, that could entail renting from someone, getting from family, purchasing, renting from penske/u-haul, ect ect.
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... Here's the deal:
We are moving from AZ to FL pretty quick because of work. I'm looking around for an enclosed trailer to haul our stuff, 24-28 foot should suffice. .... The trailer will be heavy when I'm done loading it and I'm guessing it'll be right at the limit.
We are moving from AZ to FL pretty quick because of work. I'm looking around for an enclosed trailer to haul our stuff, 24-28 foot should suffice. .... The trailer will be heavy when I'm done loading it and I'm guessing it'll be right at the limit.
In all honesty, a household move gets pretty heavy in a hurry.
I would get an outside appraisal of your total projected weight and rental options and let that help you in your decision.
If you need a 28' trailer, I would suspect that a Penske/U-Haul truck would be the way to go.
Moving is always difficult - even moreso with the current economy. Don't do anything stupid to save a few bucks - respect the towing and GVWR limits of the proposed trailer/Ex combo.
You might even find that you could fill up a full sized rental truck and STILL have to tow a small trailer behind the Ex. The last time I moved (9 years ago) I was surprised at the load - and I left a BUNCH if "stuff" behind.
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I'm looking at buying one. To rent a truck will cost 2-3k minimum and I'll need 2 drivers, one for the truck and one for the EX. I don't think I can count on anyone for the 2500 mile drive and the wife has to watch the kids who are not going on the drive so...... I can get a trailer for 4-5k, so even if I lose a little on the resale, I'll be way ahead. Plus the convenience of loading when able. We are really trying to downsize anyway and hopefully everything will fit.
Sorry, didn't mean to turn this into a thread about all that. I was really wondering how much of a difference there will be between a big boat (24 foot with high sides) and an enclosed trailer that will way a couple thousand more? The Excursion is stock height 4x4. I've done all the maintenance and fluid changes. Has anyone driven the route? Any big hills? Phoenix to Florida on the South route?
Thanks everyone!
Sorry, didn't mean to turn this into a thread about all that. I was really wondering how much of a difference there will be between a big boat (24 foot with high sides) and an enclosed trailer that will way a couple thousand more? The Excursion is stock height 4x4. I've done all the maintenance and fluid changes. Has anyone driven the route? Any big hills? Phoenix to Florida on the South route?
Thanks everyone!
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I would really consider adding Doing air-ride rear air bag springs. they will really help with the ride and control of the trailer.. you can get the kit with compressor , bags, in cab controller and all for about $400-500. I put one on my Mom's Ex for towing her horse trailer and she loves it . makes a huge difference.... if you want to save some $$ you can get just the bags for about $200 and fill them with an old air compressor at gas station. once u get it sitting level with the trailer loaded you will be good to go...
Check out ABF freight, for cheaper than a moving truck the will deliver a 20 or 40 ft semi trailer and then you load it, and lock it. the pick it up and deliver it to you destination... they will even store it till you are ready for it..
Check out ABF freight, for cheaper than a moving truck the will deliver a 20 or 40 ft semi trailer and then you load it, and lock it. the pick it up and deliver it to you destination... they will even store it till you are ready for it..
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Yes, forgot about those types - we used the pack yourself boxes too for storage when selling the old house and while building the other when I filled one up, called em and they broguht another... then when house was finished they delivered and we unloaded...