2015 Ford Escape Brake Controller

[rdickens]

Our 2014 Ford Escape 2.0L Ecoboost FWD (not AWD or 4x4), with the factory tow package, has proven more than adequate for our lightweight Scamp 13 Layout 1 (with big bed). We do have brakes on the Scamp but, because we originally pulled wit a 2011 Honda CRV AWD, we left off the AC, furnace, awning, wood Deluxe interior, etc. (Because our Escape is FWD, no power was lost to a 4x4 transfer case.)

We made a round trip from the Kansas City metro to California to see the Sequoias and Redwood trees.

Driving at 60 mph (and/or the legal limit of 55 mph in places), we averaged 22.5 mpg.
We went out on the old Route 66 (now I-44) route and returned via I-80, I-25(?), and I-70.

On the return trip we went up and over Donner Pass with the cruise control set on 60 mph and never slowed down. 😊
(We did occasionally use Sport mode to keep the transmission in 5th gear and the engine turning at about 2250 rpm.)

Of course, YMMV. 😉

Ray


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[GirlGone]

Yes, I'm ordering with the brakes I'm wanting to spoil myself so awning and furnace will be involved . The only thing I'm torn about is A/C because I think the big unit on top is not appealing ...I wish they would offer a low profile unit.

[rdickens]

Instead of $900 for an awning, we spent a little over $300 for a CLAM screen tent that protects from bugs as well as sun and rain.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6qHSO18qK18

😉

Instead of a furnace, we have found that a small electric space heater, some cold weather
(20 degree ?) sleeping bags, and/or a small portable propane heater (Mr. Buddy or other)
are more than sufficient.

Ray


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