I'm in the process of purchasing a truck for the purpose of pulling an RV? Being new at this I am wondering whether an automatic or standard is best for pulling.
2007-07-20 02:29:57 · 7 answers · asked by harrical55 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Buying & Selling
Many RV'rs use automatic.
The most important thing is to buy one with a transmission suitable for pulling the weight of the loaded RV. Wrong transmission the biggest mistake I,ve seen. You will be climbing up to 15% grade if not more. Canada has some steep grades should you go there.
Have this info when you shop. Be careful that the salesman knows what he/she is talking about.
Consider the fresh water, Extra fuel tank and propane if applicable, all personal belongings, kitchen wares, any sporting equipment, etc.
Good luck and have fun.
2007-07-20 02:44:51 · answer #1 · answered by ed 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
If you're buying a truck specifically for towing, buy an automatic, not manual. Make sure the vehicle is equipped with a towing package which usually includes a trans cooler, bigger radiator, larger washer fluid reservoir and heavy duty battery. It's important NOT to used overdrive while towing because it has a lot less heat transfer and can burn up the transmission. Be sure to buy one that has a tow/haul mode, which you will need to use.
In addition, check the the towing limit v/s how much the RV weighs. Good Luck!
2007-07-20 03:41:09 · answer #2 · answered by The Auto Evaluator™ 7 · 4⤊ 1⤋
on the open highway a manual is better, if you were to be driving in stop and go often an automatic would be better.
Reason is stop and go in a standard will burn your clutch. And pulling over the highway in an automatic is slower, less fuel eff. and will burn your tranny.
2007-07-20 02:36:39 · answer #3 · answered by james R 2 · 1⤊ 2⤋
your first two responders are both correct.
If you handle any big hills, I would suggest the stick.
If you only cover relative flat land, then it is personal choice.
IF you do decide on the slush box, upgrade to a deeper pan, synthetic fluid, and a oil cooler.
I myself, prefer the stick
2007-07-20 02:37:53 · answer #4 · answered by wi_saint 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
if yiou have the proper size pick-up and a towing capacity rating for more than your trailer your fine just take care of your tranny fluid
2007-07-20 02:36:23 · answer #5 · answered by suzukifox01 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
20 or 30 years ago id say manual...but todays auto are sooo good...get a tranny cooler and change fluid and filter often......
2007-07-20 02:34:09 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋
a manual is better for pulling loads
2007-07-20 02:33:27 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 3⤋