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Forum: Our Community 10-12-2020, 11:23 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,191
Posted By wvollans
Try the airstream club number on the back or...

Try the airstream club number on the back or front they might be able to enlighten you.
Forum: On The Road... 02-25-2019, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,599
Posted By wvollans
There are several campgrounds inside the park and...

There are several campgrounds inside the park and many on both sides outside the park. To the west is Radium Hot springs with campgrounds and a little south is another hot spring with campgrounds. To...
Forum: Our Community 11-14-2018, 05:11 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 6,052
Posted By wvollans
Towing

In response to the ram 1500 I towa 34 with my 1500 Gmc 6.2 with max tow package. Pulls like its not behind me. I also fill my box with camping gear.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-11-2018, 09:56 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 27,948
Posted By wvollans
Gmc

I’ve read your issue with your truck for pulling a shorter, lighter airstream. I have a GMC/Silverado crewcab, 6’6” box, max tow and 6.2 litre engine with an 8 speed transmission. This truck also...
Forum: General Repair Forum 10-17-2018, 05:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 10,563
Posted By wvollans
How to get stuff out of your truck box

I have an easy solution that I use in my 6’6” truck box. I purchased a garden claw for flowers from a big box store and got a piece of conduit that will slide up over the handle and drilled and...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 07-11-2018, 12:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,644
Posted By wvollans
1/2 ton

I have a GMC halfton and pull a 34. It pulls with ease and no sway issues. It has the max tow package, bigger rad, bigger brakes, 8 speed tranny and 6.2 engine. It’s very capable for the job. The...
Forum: 2011 - 2015 Classic (all lengths) 07-11-2018, 11:56 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,644
Posted By wvollans
1:2 ton truck.

i tow a 34 with my GMC, 6.2 max tow package with ease either on flat country or mountains. It has my sweet spot at about 65mph.

My husband and I just purchased a 2012 27 Foot AirStream Classic w/...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-07-2018, 11:58 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,168
Posted By wvollans
I have a loaded GMC c/c with the max tow package....

I have a loaded GMC c/c with the max tow package. I tow a 34 limlited with no issues. My truck is rated for 11700 towing and a 1875 carrying weight. The 6.2 with 8 speed keeps me at my towing speed,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-30-2017, 03:19 PM
Replies: 169
Views: 32,731
Posted By wvollans
It seems endless with recommendations here. I tow...

It seems endless with recommendations here. I tow a 34 with a 2015 GMC max tow package 6.2 engine. I put my gear in the box hookup set my bars and go. Absolutely no issues with big rigs or any type...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 11-25-2017, 05:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,856
Posted By wvollans
Gmc1500

I tow with a 2015 GMC 1500 c/c with max tow package. They must build the GM tougher than fords. I have no tow issues pulling my 34 limited at any speed. I try to stay within the manufacturer...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 11-14-2017, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,875
Posted By wvollans
Towing 34 limited

I Concure with the towing of the trailer with a GMC, 6.2l, with the max tow package. I have posted in the past I have been towing mine for two years with the GMC. It’s a towing machine that handles...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 09-04-2017, 09:01 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,495
Posted By wvollans
Gmc 1500

i have a 2015 GMC crew cab with max tow package, 6.2 engine, 8 speed trans. I tow an airstream 34 everywhere. I live within sight of the Rocky Mountains and have no fear up or down. When I break...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 08-08-2017, 01:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,875
Posted By wvollans
Tv for 34

I've been reading this about tow vehicles for a 34 airstream. I'm not very up to date on Fords however they seem to need a heavier truck. My truck is a 2015 GMC 1500 crew cab with a 6'6" box. It is...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-05-2017, 04:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,281
Posted By wvollans
That is not aluminum. The frame in that area will...

That is not aluminum. The frame in that area will have to replaced in that area regardless. Get a recommended shop with journeyman welder/ fabricators to do the job. It will be done right but not...
Forum: Repairing/Replacing Floor &/or Frame 08-05-2017, 04:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,250
Posted By wvollans
Crackedframe

I am a welder and have made repairs to frames like that. Firstly get a certified welder. He will grind the fame and crack clear of paint. He then will straighten the bent part and weld the frame up...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 07-30-2017, 10:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,473
Posted By wvollans
Tow vehicle

I saw one comment here about my GMC having coils in the back. I assure you my truck a slt 1500 with max tow package 6.2 engine, 8 speed, 3.55 diff, 4x4 crew cab has leaf springs in the back. I'm able...
Forum: On The Road... 07-18-2017, 04:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,747
Posted By wvollans
34 airstream

If it were me I'd stick with my 34 triple axle. It has plenty of room for six long people and more if the people are under 5 feet. Also I have an add a room for the awning. I tow her with my 2015...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-10-2017, 10:40 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,435
Posted By wvollans
I'm wondering why everybody heads for an F250...

I'm wondering why everybody heads for an F250 when the 6.2 gmc is out here. Mine is a loaded Gmc, 6.2, 8 speed transmission with the max tow package. The door sticker is at 1900 lbs. the truck itself...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 04-16-2017, 08:53 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 11,278
Posted By wvollans
Good luck. Your day is coming.

Good luck. Your day is coming.
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-09-2017, 11:21 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,243
Posted By wvollans
Gmc 1500

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The 1500 is an entirely different beast than 10 years ago. Mine is a fully loaded crewcab with max tow. This is the 6.2 with the eight speed trans, with this combination the torque comes on real...
Forum: 2016 - Current Flying Cloud 04-08-2017, 02:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,243
Posted By wvollans
I've been towing a 34 limited for several years...

I've been towing a 34 limited for several years with a 1500 GMC max tow. In 2015 I purchased a new GMC with the 6.2 engine. It pulls effortlessly and can take anything I throw in the back. I'm not...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 02-03-2017, 11:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,089
Posted By wvollans
Gmc 1500

I tow a 34' limited with my 15 GMC with the max tow package. The truck sports a 6.2 litre engine and eight speed transmission. I pull at highway speeds loaded with anything I want in the truck. I...
Forum: Towing, Tow Vehicles & Hitches 12-16-2016, 10:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,094
Posted By wvollans
Tv

I've been towing SOB's since 1975 with a variety of TV my last vehicle was a Dodge 3/4 ton with a v10 engine. A real stump puller. Three years ago I purchased a 1997 Excella Limited and bought a 1500...
Forum: On The Road... 12-13-2016, 12:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,425
Posted By wvollans
I have a 1997 excella limited that I tow with a...

I have a 1997 excella limited that I tow with a 2015 GMC crew cab 4x4 with the max tow package 6.2 litre engine and eight speed. I can pull at any speed but keep it to 100 kph. My tires are rated for...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-01-2016, 05:44 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 9,480
Posted By wvollans
Tao

I also have a GMC with more options that I can find. I have the 6.2 engine with a eight speed transmission and the heavy duty tow package. It pulls a little more than your 5.3, I assure you I can out...
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