Well..., to your place, we are going for coffee and you are going to show me around. You are right, I know it is flat, just not wanting to burn out this truck on the way, as I know it will be great to drive around Texas. Going through Bridgeport, then to Greater Houston area.
1993 GMC Suburban 2wd 3.42 gears,
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That is good to know, regarding 3.42 running good in 3rd. We will go slow, America is beautiful. Checking brakes and wiring to make sure. Might end up taking the big block if I can get it running right. ( I have a 454, 7.4 2500 burb as well.)
The BBC would be more comfortable suspension wise towing. And of course torque. What year is it?
It is a 1994, I just learned how to put that info in my signature. It has the full float 14 bolt rear end with the 4l80e.
having recently completed a 7k trip around BC and Yukon with my 95, 5.7, 3.73's towing about the same weight, relatively quite roads due to time of year, here's my take ...
pretty tough to go slow, you gotta keep up with traffic.
speed limits are just a suggestion, usually 20km's over is the norm, i suspect its worse in the states.
steep hills weren't the issue, cause everyone pretty much has to slow down.
the area where i found it the most stressful, were those long small up hill grades that go on for km's, once you start to lose momentum you're done, especially when speed limit is 110km and you're fighting to keep it at 80 and everyone is doing 130 ...
the other area was having a head wind, especially if it was blowing pretty good, really brutal on the left foot, gas guage and speed.
get used to diesels with a rig 4 times the size of yours cruise by getting about the same fuel mileage and the transport trucks, they haul a$$ .....
i doubt i'll be doing any long hauls down the states with it.
the 95 got a work out for sure, replacing head gasket currently ....
i would try and pick times when things aren't quite as busy for travel if possible.
drive safe.
pretty tough to go slow, you gotta keep up with traffic.
speed limits are just a suggestion, usually 20km's over is the norm, i suspect its worse in the states.
steep hills weren't the issue, cause everyone pretty much has to slow down.
the area where i found it the most stressful, were those long small up hill grades that go on for km's, once you start to lose momentum you're done, especially when speed limit is 110km and you're fighting to keep it at 80 and everyone is doing 130 ...
the other area was having a head wind, especially if it was blowing pretty good, really brutal on the left foot, gas guage and speed.
get used to diesels with a rig 4 times the size of yours cruise by getting about the same fuel mileage and the transport trucks, they haul a$$ .....
i doubt i'll be doing any long hauls down the states with it.
the 95 got a work out for sure, replacing head gasket currently ....
i would try and pick times when things aren't quite as busy for travel if possible.
drive safe.
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Thanks bud, appreciate the input. I have driven throughout western canada, several times, I mean many, many times. Familiar with those roads and the driver's and as know in BC, those with beginner tags-Alberta plates.
Wind is my worst enemy. Just don't know the capabilities of that vehicle on that route while towing. I mostly drive at night, while the family sleeps.
I really appreciate your insight.
I just have only towed with this truck a few times in the flat chested prairies.
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I think the 1500 Burb will handle it, but the big block 2500 Burb would handle it a lot better! Towing a trailer with your family in the truck, is exactly what 2500 series big block Burbs are designed for.
My 1500 Burb can handle a U Haul trailer, even the 2 axle 6'x12' loaded up. I tow in D instead of OD, that's what we did last time we towed. Going to Austin and back with loaded Burb and trailer, to a car show. Worked great. Next year we'll probably take the crew cab though, since it's a 1 ton. Hopefully by then I will have a camper shell on it, so I'll have a full 8' load space, plus room for the family to ride in.
My 1500 Burb can handle a U Haul trailer, even the 2 axle 6'x12' loaded up. I tow in D instead of OD, that's what we did last time we towed. Going to Austin and back with loaded Burb and trailer, to a car show. Worked great. Next year we'll probably take the crew cab though, since it's a 1 ton. Hopefully by then I will have a camper shell on it, so I'll have a full 8' load space, plus room for the family to ride in.
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Yeah, why are you considering towing it with the 1500? I assumed that's all you had!
Towing it with the 2500 Suburban would be 'Mo better. And less likely to break something drivetrain out across the country.
With family and stuff in the 1500 suburban and your trailer pin weight, are the numbers even working out for you?
Towing it with the 2500 Suburban would be 'Mo better. And less likely to break something drivetrain out across the country.
With family and stuff in the 1500 suburban and your trailer pin weight, are the numbers even working out for you?
Well, not sure about the issues with the 2500. Sure, it is a no brainer towing with that one. The numbers are tight. But I think that is good for me being diligent in preparation and not bringing too much stuff. Plus, once we're camped, I'd rather drive around in the 1500. Gas mileage..
