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Re: [RC] Truck vs. SUV - Charles

We haven't looked at towing power yet, but the Ford F-150 with the Super
Crew Cab (basically the 4 door model) got rave reviews from Susan.  From my
point of view as passenger it was like riding in a car with a long trunk.  I
have to admit I liked it too.  I don't know if it makes a difference, the
F-150 we fell in love with had the bigger engine.

Right now we are using a Ford F-350 for hauling the horses.  We have drafts
and decided we needed something that could pull 4 of them without trouble.
We figure the F-150 will be used for 1 horse emergencies.

Charles
----- Original Message ----- 
From: <melanie.o@xxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <ridecamp@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Monday, March 29, 2004 11:32 PM
Subject: [RC] Truck vs. SUV





Okay, since we're kicking around the diesel v. gas & the auto v. manuel

debates, how about truck v. SUV?


I have 3 large dogs.  My dogs ride in my wagon daily but my wagon will not

pull a trailer, not even a 2-horse.  So I need something bigger and can
really only afford to own one vehicle.  I do not like the idea of putting my
dogs in the back of a pickup even with a shell.  Plus, no a/c for those
really hot summer days.  I realize it's a little harder to put a load of
hay, wood chips, or manure in the back of an SUV than a pickup, but I don't
carry those things on a daily basis.


So, anyone got any advice on which 3/4 ton SUV (used of course) w/ a HD

tow package is the best way to go?  Anyone got any other solutions for both
dogs and horses?


thanks,
melanie
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