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06-19-2014, 09:12 AM
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V6 versus v8 hauling 16' scamp
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smeagol
Unless of course you value the legions of people...
Unless of course you value the legions of people who have had the opposite experience ;)
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General Chat
06-19-2014, 07:52 AM
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V6 versus v8 hauling 16' scamp
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smeagol
4th generation (2003-2009) 4Runner had the V8...
4th generation (2003-2009) 4Runner had the V8 option and it was a popular one (2UZ-FE).
5th generation (2010-?) 4Runner only has the V6 motor; it's the same engine & transmission as in the FJ...
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Towing, Hitching, Axles and Running Gear
06-16-2014, 12:26 PM
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Towing Bigfoot
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smeagol
I've posted some of my experiences here...
I've posted some of my experiences here (https://www.fiberglassrv.com/forums/f51/change-the-tow-vehicle-trailer-neither-64671.html)
As I posted, I only have two complaints about my situation....
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06-09-2014, 03:33 PM
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smeagol
I agree with you, I meant using somewhat-marginal...
I agree with you, I meant using somewhat-marginal side mirrors adjusted to see blind spots well and then an always-on rear view camera with a good viewing angle.
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06-09-2014, 03:28 PM
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Oh interesting. I looked into the older model...
Oh interesting. I looked into the older model Grand Cherokee diesels as well. I'm a bit hesitant to buy any diesel that isn't a 7.3/6BT/4BT, but I'm not that well versed on them nowadays.
Can you...
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06-09-2014, 03:21 PM
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Thanks for the input on the mirrors and mpg. ...
Thanks for the input on the mirrors and mpg. Having previously owned about a dozen Jeeps, I *really* like the FJ's and their more utilitarian design, but it'd really make my life difficult for the...
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06-09-2014, 02:46 PM
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smeagol
Yep I've tried a couple mirrors and haven't been...
Yep I've tried a couple mirrors and haven't been happy, given the width of the Bigfoot. Something a bit narrower would help with visibility, but then I might complain how narrow the trailer is when 4...
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06-09-2014, 12:16 PM
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I worked at Navistar/ITEC during the 6.0L...
I worked at Navistar/ITEC during the 6.0L abortion, and left slightly afterwards (unrelated to that issue, just fortunate timing for me). They have no affiliation whatsoever with the 6.7L Scorpion...
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06-08-2014, 01:45 PM
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Thanks for the well wishes. I am sure I'm...
Thanks for the well wishes. I am sure I'm spending a lot of time planning and worrying and thinking about such changes as I'm just getting cabin fever and getting antsy before the new baby is able to...
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06-08-2014, 12:07 PM
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smeagol
What was your reasoning for the 21 over the...
What was your reasoning for the 21 over the 5.0TA?
The 5th wheel setup appeals to me for a couple big reasons.
From most accounts, they seem to be very aerodynamic, yielding good fuel economy...
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General Chat
06-08-2014, 11:38 AM
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smeagol
Thanks - and I do appreciate the input, as well...
Thanks - and I do appreciate the input, as well as the experiences from the other forum.
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06-08-2014, 11:20 AM
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smeagol
Yep, I'm a turbo diesel lover. In the other post...
Yep, I'm a turbo diesel lover. In the other post I just made, the OEM I worked at was a diesel manufacturer (<ahem> go look under your hood). Unfortunately, I haven't found the combination of...
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06-08-2014, 11:02 AM
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smeagol
Sorry, this strikes a sore spot with me, my...
Sorry, this strikes a sore spot with me, my comments aren't personal here. It seems to be along the lines of politicians evaluating and making decisions on scientific issues.
These are claims and...
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06-08-2014, 08:43 AM
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smeagol
I saw another post you made regarding the...
I saw another post you made regarding the 4Runners being poor tow vehicles. Do you have any source/evidence for this statement? My first hand experience has been very positive, and the only safety...
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General Chat
06-07-2014, 07:12 PM
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Actually I was strongly considering a Sequoia...
Actually I was strongly considering a Sequoia before purchasing the 4Runner. I drove a couple first gen models as well as a 2008 second gen model and was impressed with how nimble and powerful the...
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06-07-2014, 05:56 PM
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Sorry, I was referring more to the frontal area....
Sorry, I was referring more to the frontal area. I don't have specs on the Bigfoot 19, but I'm assuming frontal dimensions similar to the 21, as most Bigfoots are of similar height and weight. ...
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06-07-2014, 02:15 PM
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Ah thanks for the education. While I'm sure it's...
Ah thanks for the education. While I'm sure it's lighter than my current Bigfoot, I wonder about the difference in aerodynamics, and subsequently, the fuel economy. Not to mention width/visibility.
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06-07-2014, 02:11 PM
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smeagol
Yep there is no right answer, and since I'm...
Yep there is no right answer, and since I'm married I'm never right anyways ;) I figured it was a good discussion to have on the board, while I take breaks between changing diapers and dreaming of...
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06-07-2014, 01:56 PM
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For the few trips I've taken, I've driven slow...
For the few trips I've taken, I've driven slow and steady - 60mph, trying to get the best possible fuel economy. This was in the midwest with flat roads, little traffic, early fall for the first...
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06-07-2014, 01:41 PM
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smeagol
Yep, I think my mpg is on the mark for my...
Yep, I think my mpg is on the mark for my combination. When reading up, I found varying results for 4Runners towing travel trailers, and it seemed to be in the 10-14mpg range, depending on conditions...
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06-07-2014, 12:46 PM
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smeagol
Change the tow vehicle, trailer, neither?
Long read ahead, I appreciate any input folks can provide.
I bought a 2005 Bigfoot 25B21FB a few months back, and a 2007 Toyota 4Runner as my tow vehicle. Took it out a couple times so far, and...
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Classified Archives
02-21-2014, 10:04 AM
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UT |
SOLD: 2006 25B21FB Bigfoot
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Posted By
smeagol
If I recall correctly (and some Google searches...
If I recall correctly (and some Google searches back this up) the antenna is hidden in the roof, at least for many applications. Not sure how that affects reception. From a brochure PDF it states...
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Classified Archives
02-20-2014, 11:34 PM
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SOLD: 2006 25B21FB Bigfoot
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Posted By
smeagol
I have a 2005 25B21FB Bigfoot model, and was...
I have a 2005 25B21FB Bigfoot model, and was aware of the issue as well. I tow with a 2007 Toyota 4Runner, and a WDH, and have no problems. If you are mindful of how the trailer is loaded and have a...
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