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Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Fri Jul 16, 2021 12:12 pm
by kas232ca
AsLan7 wrote: Thu Jul 15, 2021 7:12 pm
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Nice K! Looks pretty level too. Air-ride?
No air ride, bone stock. The only thing I plan to do is add running boards so it is easier to get in and maybe an exhaust so it sounds better. I was just lucky to find a truck. It is slim pickings out there.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 2:25 pm
by Big Block Power
Mrs BBP needed new tires so we got her a new ride today!
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 5:38 pm
by CobaltDeadHead
Big Block Power wrote: Sat Jan 29, 2022 2:25 pm
Mrs BBP needed new tires so we got her a new ride today!
Nice. Is that a Durango? Looks refreshed
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 6:17 pm
by Big Block Power
CobaltDeadHead wrote: Sat Jan 29, 2022 5:38 pm
Big Block Power wrote: Sat Jan 29, 2022 2:25 pm
Mrs BBP needed new tires so we got her a new ride today!
Nice. Is that a Durango? Looks refreshed
Yes it's a twin to what we had. 2 years newer.
I like them. Fun to drive.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 8:03 pm
by dustinm
Cool!!! that thing gota hemi??
It really does look sporty
My wife is wanting to get a new Charger now that we hear they're phasing them out in two years. But I keep telling her we have got to save up for that 379 Pete, cause everyone on the towing forums says I cant tow with a 1/2 ton because they're not designed to pull anything.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jan 29, 2022 9:19 pm
by Big Block Power
dustinm wrote: Sat Jan 29, 2022 8:03 pm
Cool!!! that thing gota hemi??
It really does look sporty
My wife is wanting to get a new Charger now that we hear they're phasing them out in two years. But I keep telling her we have got to save up for that 379 Pete, cause everyone on the towing forums says I cant tow with a 1/2 ton because they're not designed to pull anything.
Right that's why we got it now too the v8 is on the way out.
Mopar direct connection has lots of factory tuners and options that won't void the warranty now. Nothing for the Durango yet though. Hopefully soon.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Tue Feb 15, 2022 6:58 am
by Krob1114
Krob1114 wrote: Tue May 11, 2021 5:12 am
mdadgar wrote: Fri May 07, 2021 11:17 am
Krob1114 wrote: Fri May 07, 2021 9:37 am
In the last six months I've had to replace the DPF sensor ($750), EGR valve ($1000), and thermostat ($800) on a Mercedes diesel. Before that the oil cooler ($2500). All this in addition to the normal maintenance.
I did the oil cooler 2x on mine in 110K miles. At least MBZ covered it the first time.
Wait until you need the timing chain.
- Mark
Was it still under warranty the first time?
There is a class action settlement against Mercedes Benz with something to do with emissions testing similar to VW. The settlement says I'll get all or major portion of over $3k; full amount if original owner doesn't file. But I have to go to dealership to have work down. I made appointment, they kept car 5 hours, and I was told the parts came in too late as it was a seven hour job. I made another appointment for the following week, it was confirmed, and then the day before, I was called and they said they didn't have the parts....hmmm
I haven't been happy with our two local Mercedes dealers.
Just got my settlement check. $3590.
Plus Mercedes redid the whole underneath from engine to tailpipe. Including DPF.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Fri Jul 15, 2022 10:15 am
by ForeverCobalt
So thinking of a new tow vehicle as well for our 2022 R6 OB. Thoughts on 2020 Toyota Tundra TRD Pro CrewMax 4WD? It comes with the tow package. I know it is a 1/2 truck not 3/4 like some recommend.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Fri Jul 15, 2022 11:54 am
by kas232ca
Not sure of the tow rating for that version of the Toyota, but as long as you are under 75-80% of that, you should be fine. We went from a 3/4 ton to a 1/2 ton last year and you can definitely feel the difference in handling. We have not towed long distances yet though.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Fri Jul 15, 2022 12:05 pm
by ForeverCobalt
That's where my concern is, it is 9200lbs which means 6900 for tow, our R6 with trailer I understand is around 7500 to my understanding.
When you say "feel the difference" what exactly?
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2022 6:17 am
by AsLan7
Anyone towing with an X7 M50i? We are considering that as our next tow vehicle.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2022 8:22 am
by Big Block Power
Looks like a nice set up. Great HP and Torque ratings.
I know my Durango gets pushed around a bit more than I like and I know your used to that sized vehicle towing your 263. I think you would be pretty happy with it. A little light at 7500 tow rating.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sat Jul 16, 2022 10:03 am
by ForeverCobalt
We will also use ours to launch the boat in saltwater as we are planning to do some traveling around florida and the keys. But hopefully you wouldnt have to put that nice X7 rear end down the ramp in the water!
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sun Jul 17, 2022 1:05 pm
by VTENGR
AsLan7 wrote: Sat Jul 16, 2022 6:17 am
Anyone towing with an X7 M50i? We are considering that as our next tow vehicle.
I don't know if the tow rating is much different for the X7 but the X5 with tow package can only tow 6,200 lbs, if I remember correctly.
Re: Thinking of a new tow vehicle.
Posted: Sun Jul 17, 2022 1:27 pm
by AsLan7
VTENGR wrote: Sun Jul 17, 2022 1:05 pm
AsLan7 wrote: Sat Jul 16, 2022 6:17 am
Anyone towing with an X7 M50i? We are considering that as our next tow vehicle.
I don't know if the tow rating is much different for the X7 but the X5 with tow package can only tow 6,200 lbs, if I remember correctly.
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Thanks V.
We don't tow long distances and our Mercedes GL550 pulled our 263 nicely using a 429hp/516ft-pound twin turbo V8. It stopped very well too with it's massive brakes. It has a 7,500 pound tow rating.
A 2021 X7 M50i should be similar using a 523hp/553ft-pound twin turbo V8 with even bigger brakes. I know if you ordered an X7 with the factory hitch option you can tow 7,507lbs/606lbs tongue, if the trailer has brakes.
If you ordered an X7 WITHOUT the factory hitch option and the hitch was installed at the dealer, your max towing capacity drops to 5,952lbs/606lbs tongue, if the trailer has brakes.
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