keebler85 Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 ok so i have to drive my friend down to Stuart FL...which is 17xx miles from here in MO...so the question is what all is going to break? i have to haul a trailer down there and then haul it and a lighting back...my trans is what i am worried about i have 58xxx miles..what all should i watch for and what are some tips.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big O Posted May 14, 2008 Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 if you've never towed there is a ton to learn. braking being a HUGE difference. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keebler85 Posted May 14, 2008 Author Report Share Posted May 14, 2008 if you've never towed there is a ton to learn. braking being a HUGE difference. i used to pull for a job i used to have...i just want to make sure the truck will hold up on a 34xx mile round trip drive Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
desrtrat Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 should be fine. i towed 6500lb. from NY-CA just keep an eye on the trans temp and keep about 55-60 mph, and enjoy the trip Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NTMD8R_SS Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 . Also make sure to change the engine oil before you leave and when you get back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fireman31 Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 you should be fine.......depending on the weight/size of the load you may want to keep your eye on trans temps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sonickoolten Posted May 15, 2008 Report Share Posted May 15, 2008 id let him fly there and drive his lightning back lol but i towed a trailer from alaska all the way though canada to arizona only 3800 miles but i did itin 3 days and was going 100+ sometimes... it was fun.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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