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08-11-2016, 07:44 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
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Want a TV for 67 Caravel
hi everyone, it's been a long time since my last post. we are looking for a new tow vehicle for our '67 caravel 17' . would love some recommendations! from reading some of the threads, toyota tundra seems popular, but we are open to any suggestions. thanks!
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08-11-2016, 08:04 PM
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Rivet Master
2006 23' Safari SE
Biloxi
, Mississippi
Join Date: Nov 2011
Posts: 8,278
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Heck they are so light weight you could tow it with a VW Bug or just about any passenger car. If you want a big truck so be it, but certainly not necessary.
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08-11-2016, 08:20 PM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 20
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lol, probably true but looking for reliable sturdy stable vehicle.
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08-11-2016, 09:16 PM
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Rivet Master
1967 22' Safari
MILAN
, Illinois
Join Date: Dec 2004
Posts: 2,013
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New Tow Vehicle
You might want to look at a 1/2 ton Ford F-150 pick-up. Plenty of space for extra stuff you'll want to tote! A plus is it has an aluminum body just like your trailer! Get one in a nice silver color! Ed
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08-11-2016, 09:47 PM
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Rivet Master
1974 31' Sovereign
1979 23' Safari
Wayland
, New York
Join Date: Jan 2012
Posts: 1,632
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Quote:
Originally Posted by BIGED52
You might want to look at a 1/2 ton Ford F-150 pick-up. Plenty of space for extra stuff you'll want to tote! A plus is it has an aluminum body just like your trailer! Get one in a nice silver color! Ed
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I'll second that. F-150 V6 ecoboost. If you can wait for the 2017 with the 10 speed transmission and dual fuel rail systems, I'd do that. Optional 36 gallon fuel tank is well worth it if you plan to tow quite a bit. Rides like a Cadillac. You won't even know your caravel is back there. A nice Blue Ox sway pro with some light bars will make it even better. Lots of bed space for gear and a genny.
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08-12-2016, 11:10 AM
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Rivet Master
2013 30' Classic
Greenwood
, Mississippi
Join Date: Oct 2012
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I'm all for a Tundra, but I might consider a vintage tow vehicle- maybe a '67 Ford, GM, Dodge or International pickup?
Maybe a '67 Suburban or Travelall?
Maybe a full size Ford, Olds, or Chrysler wagon from the era?
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08-13-2016, 07:42 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
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thank you for the thoughts, I think the f 150 is abit more than we need, but I do appreciate the reliability aspect.
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08-13-2016, 07:44 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 20
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we gave up our 89 jeep grand wagoneer due to wear and tear, the vintage trucks are awesome but always need maintenance and part replacement. we couldn't trust the gw on a long trip, so I'm hesitant to go into vintage vehicles again, as much as I love the look
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08-13-2016, 07:47 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 20
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while it is light, it is still 2450, with 300 for the tongue.
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08-13-2016, 08:18 AM
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4 Rivet Member
Vintage Kin Owner
St. Louis
, Missouri
Join Date: Jul 2016
Posts: 415
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There's not another TV on the planet today that you can beg, borrow, steal, or buy, that is more reliable and trouble free than a Tundra.
Someone recently referenced a YouTube of a million mile Tundra. Not counting maintenance (tires, brakes, timing chains, and countless oil changes) the only repairs were a transmission at 770,000 miles, and replaced alternator and water pump. Amazing!
To be fair I searched for other million mile vehicles, and found a Silverado too! They didn't talk about repairs, but the owner did let slip that he was on his EIGHTH radiator!!
Buy your Tundra with confidence! It's a sweet truck.
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08-13-2016, 08:24 AM
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2 Rivet Member
1967 17' Caravel
moorestown
, New Jersey
Join Date: Jun 2004
Posts: 20
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Alluminati
There's not another TV on the planet today that you can beg, borrow, steal, or buy, that is more reliable and trouble free than a Tundra.
Someone recently referenced a YouTube of a million mile Tundra. Not counting maintenance (tires, brakes, timing chains, and countless oil changes) the only repairs were a transmission at 770,000 miles, and replaced alternator and water pump. Amazing!
To be fair I searched for other million mile vehicles, and found a Silverado too! They didn't talk about repairs, but the owner did let slip that he was on his EIGHTH radiator!!
Buy your Tundra with confidence! It's a sweet truck.
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thank you! I appreciate your response
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08-13-2016, 09:33 AM
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Rivet Master
2013 30' Classic
Greenwood
, Mississippi
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I concur with Aluminati.
Tundra for life!
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08-13-2016, 03:41 PM
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Rivet Master
1977 23' Safari
Niagara on the Lake
, Ontario
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Ford Flex, available with ecoboost
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08-14-2016, 02:12 AM
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4 Rivet Member
1951 21' Flying Cloud
Sacramento
, California
Join Date: Nov 2012
Posts: 263
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If you want a comfortable, smooth, V8 ride with a 5,000# towing rating I say get pre-2005 Crown Vic!
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08-22-2016, 06:18 AM
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4 Rivet Member
Dayton
, OH, 2017 33' Classic 8,561 dry
Join Date: Aug 2016
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I don't think there is one best answer. Is it primarily used to tow or primarily used for something else. Are you looking new or used because budget to do the job can be anything. Is it going to make lots of miles a year or just be a secondary and TV.
If you are looking for a new light duty truck I say test drive the F-150 3.5 EB, Chevy 1500 6.2 8 speed, Ram 1500 Ecodiesel & or Hemi 8 speed, and the Tundra with 5.7. Get the tow package. Not a fan of the lesser motors but in your case with the light trailer even the smaller motors should be reliable. Often the smaller motor towing uses about as much fuel as their best motor. Unless price difference is stupid and turns your gut get the one you like the most.
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08-22-2016, 08:36 AM
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Rivet Master
2013 30' Classic
Greenwood
, Mississippi
Join Date: Oct 2012
Posts: 12,111
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Did I already say Tundra?
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08-29-2016, 04:04 PM
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3 Rivet Member
1965 17' Caravel
Curtis Wright
San Marcos
, Texas
Join Date: Jun 2009
Posts: 231
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BMW X5 diesel
We have towed our caravel with a BMW x5d for many miles and love it. The all wheel drive makes towing safer and the sophistication of the vehicle makes it a fantastic everyday vehicle. I would recommend looking at it closely.
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