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(Msg. 1) Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2005 11:40 pm
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I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
it with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
make cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
price of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
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(Msg. 2) Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2005 11:40 pm
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Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will put
this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted at a
local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend who has
a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with a
towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed with
it.
Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only rated
for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000 lbs
which should work fine.
Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about the
same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size pickup w/
V8 engine.
--
Tony
my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</a>
"Jim," wrote in message
>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul it
>with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>
> I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer make
> cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>
> How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
> vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the price
> of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the Buick
> Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient? |
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(Msg. 3) Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2005 11:40 pm
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"Jim," wrote in message
>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul it
>with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>
> I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer make
> cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>
> How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
> vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the price
> of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the Buick
> Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
Head over to the library research area and get a copy of BUC for 1981 boats.
The information should be listed there under the Crestliner boat section.
If not try <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://www.buc.com/" target="_blank">http://www.buc.com/</a> >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 4) Posted: Sat Mar 12, 2005 11:40 pm
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"JimH" wrote in message
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>>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul it
>>with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>>
>> I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer make
>> cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>>
>> How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
>> vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the price
>> of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the Buick
>> Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>
> Head over to the library research area and get a copy of BUC for 1981
> boats. The information should be listed there under the Crestliner boat
> section.
>
<font color=purple> > If not try <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://www.buc.com/</font" target="_blank">http://www.buc.com/</font</a>>
>
BTW: Dry weight, as some boat manufacturers us, is far different than
actual weight (fuel, water, batteries, gear).
As Tony suggested, take the boat (fully loaded) and trailer to a weigh
station for an accurate weight. Use that as a benchmark for a towing
capacity of the vehicle you will be towing the boat with. >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 5) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 12:09 am
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"JimH" wrote in message
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>>
>>>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
>>>it with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>>>
>>> I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
>>> make cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>>>
>>> How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
>>> vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
>>> price of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
>>> Buick Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>>
>> Head over to the library research area and get a copy of BUC for 1981
>> boats. The information should be listed there under the Crestliner boat
>> section.
>>
<font color=green> >> If not try <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://www.buc.com/</font" target="_blank">http://www.buc.com/</font</a>>
>>
>
>
> BTW: Dry weight, as some boat manufacturers use, is far different than
> actual weight (fuel, water, batteries, gear).
>
> As Tony suggested, take the boat (fully loaded) and trailer to a weigh
> station for an accurate weight. Use that as a benchmark for a towing
> capacity of the vehicle you will be towing the boat with.
>
>
> >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 6) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 2:40 am
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"tony thomas" wrote in message
> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will put
> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted at
a
> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend who
has
> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with a
> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed with
> it.
>
> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
rated
> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>
> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000 lbs
> which should work fine.
>
> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about the
> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size pickup
w/
> V8 engine.
>
> --
> Tony
<font color=purple> > my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
it
> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
> >
> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
make
> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
> >
> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
price
> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the Buick
> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>
>
I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21' Inboard
aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the trailer
with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear. >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 7) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 2:40 am
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I have to agree with you Bill. My buddy has an X-30 (~22ft) that doesn't
quite hit 5000# with gas.
--Mike
"Calif Bill" wrote in message
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>> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will
>> put
>> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted at
> a
>> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend who
> has
>> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with a
>> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
>> with
>> it.
>>
>> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
> rated
>> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>>
>> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000 lbs
>> which should work fine.
>>
>> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about the
>> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size pickup
> w/
>> V8 engine.
>>
>> --
>> Tony
<font color=green> >> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
>> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
> it
>> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>> >
>> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
> make
>> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>> >
>> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good tow
>> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
> price
>> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the Buick
>> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>>
>>
>
> I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21'
> Inboard
> aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the trailer
> with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear.
>
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(Msg. 8) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 9:40 am
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On Sun, 13 Mar 2005 03:08:19 GMT, "Jim," wrote:
>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
>it with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
No, but my Porche Chayene hauls around my 38' Doni quite nicely. >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 9) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 10:40 am
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A 22' Crestliner was a heavy big boat. It is not like your aluminum jet
boat. It has a lot more interior and wood in the hull.
Not sure what an X-30 is. My guess is the boat w/ motor and fuel and etc..
will weight in at close to 4500 lbs. The trailer will weight 1500 for a 22'
boat w/ tandum axle.
Even if your right - 3500 lbs towing on a Rendezvous will not work.
--
Tony
my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</a>
"mgg" wrote in message
>I have to agree with you Bill. My buddy has an X-30 (~22ft) that doesn't
>quite hit 5000# with gas.
>
> --Mike
>
>>
>>> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will
>>> put
>>> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted
>>> at
>> a
>>> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend who
>> has
>>> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with a
>>> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
>>> with
>>> it.
>>>
>>> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
>> rated
>>> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>>>
>>> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000 lbs
>>> which should work fine.
>>>
>>> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about the
>>> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
>>> pickup
>> w/
>>> V8 engine.
>>>
>>> --
>>> Tony
<font color=brown> >>> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
>>> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to haul
>> it
>>> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>>> >
>>> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
>> make
>>> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>>> >
>>> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good
>>> > tow
>>> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
>> price
>>> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
>>> > Buick
>>> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>>>
>>>
>>
>> I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21'
>> Inboard
>> aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the trailer
>> with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear.
>>
>>
>
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(Msg. 10) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 1:40 pm
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(Msg. 11) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 2:40 pm
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"tony thomas" wrote in message
> A 22' Crestliner was a heavy big boat. It is not like your aluminum jet
> boat. It has a lot more interior and wood in the hull.
>
> Not sure what an X-30 is. My guess is the boat w/ motor and fuel and
etc..
> will weight in at close to 4500 lbs. The trailer will weight 1500 for a
22'
> boat w/ tandum axle.
>
> Even if your right - 3500 lbs towing on a Rendezvous will not work.
>
> --
> Tony
<font color=purple> > my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >I have to agree with you Bill. My buddy has an X-30 (~22ft) that doesn't
> >quite hit 5000# with gas.
> >
> > --Mike
> >
> >>
> >>> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will
> >>> put
> >>> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted
> >>> at
> >> a
> >>> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend
who
> >> has
> >>> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with
a
> >>> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
> >>> with
> >>> it.
> >>>
> >>> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
> >> rated
> >>> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
> >>>
> >>> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000
lbs
> >>> which should work fine.
> >>>
> >>> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about
the
> >>> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
> >>> pickup
> >> w/
> >>> V8 engine.
> >>>
> >>> --
> >>> Tony
<font color=brown> > >>> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >>> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to
haul
> >> it
> >>> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
> >>> >
> >>> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
> >> make
> >>> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
> >>> >
> >>> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good
> >>> > tow
> >>> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
> >> price
> >>> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
> >>> > Buick
> >>> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
> >>>
> >>>
> >>
> >> I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21'
> >> Inboard
> >> aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the
trailer
> >> with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear.
> >>
> >>
> >
> >
>
>
Even the trail Blazer will be questionable. I towed my boat with a 1996
Blazer and the mountains above 3500' were bad. My Expedition towed it
great, except the milage sucked. 1999 Expedition 4x4 is for sale ($15000
obo for (ok basskisser)). But my Duramax Crew cab tows like nothing is
there, and gets 18 mpg at 65-70 on the freeway. But the price is not cheap! >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 12) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 3:40 pm
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I have a 2003 Trail Blazer EXT w/ the I6 and it does fine towing my 3500 lbs
Eliminator. Also does good towing my dads 4400 lbs pontoon boat. The V8
has a lot more torque. Rated for 7000 lbs should do fine at 6000 or under.
I doubt your 96 Blazer had a V8 w/ 300 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque.
--
Tony
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"Calif Bill" wrote in message
>
>> A 22' Crestliner was a heavy big boat. It is not like your aluminum jet
>> boat. It has a lot more interior and wood in the hull.
>>
>> Not sure what an X-30 is. My guess is the boat w/ motor and fuel and
> etc..
>> will weight in at close to 4500 lbs. The trailer will weight 1500 for a
> 22'
>> boat w/ tandum axle.
>>
>> Even if your right - 3500 lbs towing on a Rendezvous will not work.
>>
>> --
>> Tony
<font color=green> >> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
>> >I have to agree with you Bill. My buddy has an X-30 (~22ft) that doesn't
>> >quite hit 5000# with gas.
>> >
>> > --Mike
>> >
>> >>
>> >>> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc...
>> >>> will
>> >>> put
>> >>> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it
>> >>> weighted
>> >>> at
>> >> a
>> >>> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend
> who
>> >> has
>> >>> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with
> a
>> >>> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
>> >>> with
>> >>> it.
>> >>>
>> >>> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is
>> >>> only
>> >> rated
>> >>> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>> >>>
>> >>> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000
> lbs
>> >>> which should work fine.
>> >>>
>> >>> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about
> the
>> >>> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
>> >>> pickup
>> >> w/
>> >>> V8 engine.
>> >>>
>> >>> --
>> >>> Tony
<font color=brown> >> >>> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
>> >>> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to
> haul
>> >> it
>> >>> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>> >>> >
>> >>> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no
>> >>> > longer
>> >> make
>> >>> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>> >>> >
>> >>> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good
>> >>> > tow
>> >>> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
>> >> price
>> >>> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
>> >>> > Buick
>> >>> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>> >>>
>> >>>
>> >>
>> >> I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21'
>> >> Inboard
>> >> aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the
> trailer
>> >> with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear.
>> >>
>> >>
>> >
>> >
>>
>>
>
> Even the trail Blazer will be questionable. I towed my boat with a 1996
> Blazer and the mountains above 3500' were bad. My Expedition towed it
> great, except the milage sucked. 1999 Expedition 4x4 is for sale ($15000
> obo for (ok basskisser)). But my Duramax Crew cab tows like nothing is
> there, and gets 18 mpg at 65-70 on the freeway. But the price is not
> cheap!
>
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(Msg. 13) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 5:40 pm
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Nope, it had 195 hp and the V6. But you also knew the boat was back there
when towing and stopping.
Bill
"tony thomas" wrote in message
> I have a 2003 Trail Blazer EXT w/ the I6 and it does fine towing my 3500
lbs
> Eliminator. Also does good towing my dads 4400 lbs pontoon boat. The V8
> has a lot more torque. Rated for 7000 lbs should do fine at 6000 or
under.
>
> I doubt your 96 Blazer had a V8 w/ 300 hp and 330 lb-ft of torque.
>
> --
> Tony
<font color=purple> > my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >
> >> A 22' Crestliner was a heavy big boat. It is not like your aluminum
jet
> >> boat. It has a lot more interior and wood in the hull.
> >>
> >> Not sure what an X-30 is. My guess is the boat w/ motor and fuel and
> > etc..
> >> will weight in at close to 4500 lbs. The trailer will weight 1500 for
a
> > 22'
> >> boat w/ tandum axle.
> >>
> >> Even if your right - 3500 lbs towing on a Rendezvous will not work.
> >>
> >> --
> >> Tony
<font color=brown> > >> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >> >I have to agree with you Bill. My buddy has an X-30 (~22ft) that
doesn't
> >> >quite hit 5000# with gas.
> >> >
> >> > --Mike
> >> >
> >> >>
> >> >>> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc...
> >> >>> will
> >> >>> put
> >> >>> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it
> >> >>> weighted
> >> >>> at
> >> >> a
> >> >>> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend
> > who
> >> >> has
> >> >>> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something
with
> > a
> >> >>> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent
speed
> >> >>> with
> >> >>> it.
> >> >>>
> >> >>> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is
> >> >>> only
> >> >> rated
> >> >>> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
> >> >>>
> >> >>> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000
> > lbs
> >> >>> which should work fine.
> >> >>>
> >> >>> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated
about
> > the
> >> >>> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
> >> >>> pickup
> >> >> w/
> >> >>> V8 engine.
> >> >>>
> >> >>> --
> >> >>> Tony
<font color=brown> > >> >>> my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >> >>> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to
> > haul
> >> >> it
> >> >>> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
> >> >>> >
> >> >>> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no
> >> >>> > longer
> >> >> make
> >> >>> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
> >> >>> >
> >> >>> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably
good
> >> >>> > tow
> >> >>> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given
the
> >> >> price
> >> >>> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
> >> >>> > Buick
> >> >>> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
> >> >>>
> >> >>>
> >> >>
> >> >> I doubt it is that heavy. Probably more in the 4500# range. My 21'
> >> >> Inboard
> >> >> aluminum jetboat (0.190 thick metal) weighs in about #4400 on the
> > trailer
> >> >> with 67 gallons of gas and fishing gear.
> >> >>
> >> >>
> >> >
> >> >
> >>
> >>
> >
> > Even the trail Blazer will be questionable. I towed my boat with a 1996
> > Blazer and the mountains above 3500' were bad. My Expedition towed it
> > great, except the milage sucked. 1999 Expedition 4x4 is for sale
($15000
> > obo for (ok basskisser)). But my Duramax Crew cab tows like nothing is
> > there, and gets 18 mpg at 65-70 on the freeway. But the price is not
> > cheap!
> >
> >
>
> >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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(Msg. 14) Posted: Sun Mar 13, 2005 11:17 pm
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"tony thomas" wrote in message
> Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will
put
> this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted
at a
> local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend
who has
> a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with
a
> towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
with
> it.
>
> Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
rated
> for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>
> The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000
lbs
> which should work fine.
>
> Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about
the
> same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
pickup w/
> V8 engine.
>
> --
> Tony
<font color=purple> > my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
> >I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to
haul it
> >with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
> >
> > I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
make
> > cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
> >
> > How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good
tow
> > vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
price
> > of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
Buick
> > Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>
How about calling Crestliner here in Minnesota? You might be surprised
at how helpfull they would be.
My guess is you will need at least 5000 lb of capacity, which means
pickup or SUV type vehicle.
del cecchi
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(Msg. 15) Posted: Mon Mar 14, 2005 6:40 am
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del cecchi wrote:
>
>>Boat, trailer, battery (or batteries), fuel, life jackets, etc... will
>
> put
>
>>this boat at 6000 lbs if not more. You really need to get it weighted
>
> at a
>
>>local truck scale to know for sure. I would hope you have a friend
>
> who has
>
>>a truck you could use for a couple of hours. You want something with
>
> a
>
>>towing capacity of 7000 or more to be able to maintain a decent speed
>
> with
>
>>it.
>>
>>Since the Rendezvous equipped with the optional towing package is only
>
> rated
>
>>for 3500 lbs - Definetly not.
>>
>>The extended length Trail Blazer / Envoy w/ the V8 is rated to 7000
>
> lbs
>
>>which should work fine.
>>
>>Also I am sure the Expedition, Yukon, etc.. are probably rated about
>
> the
>
>>same or more and would work fine in an SUV. Otherwise - full size
>
> pickup w/
>
>>V8 engine.
>>
>>--
>>Tony
<font color=green> >>my boats and cars at <a rel="nofollow" style='text-decoration: none;' href="http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font" target="_blank">http://t.thomas.home.mchsi.com</font</a>>
>>
>>>I mentioned I got a 22' crestliner this year. I need something to
>
> haul it
>
>>>with ( my Chevy Caviler is NOT gonna do it).
>>>
>>>I've tried researching on the net, but Crestliner seems to no longer
>
> make
>
>>>cruisers (the boat I got is an 81)
>>>
>>>How do I find the weight, and can someone suggest a reasonably good
>
> tow
>
>>>vehicle, that will also serve for daily use around town. Given the
>
> price
>
>>>of gas, millage will be a consideration. I like the looks of the
>
> Buick
>
>>>Rendezvous, but is the towing capacity sufficient?
>>
> How about calling Crestliner here in Minnesota? You might be surprised
> at how helpfull they would be.
>
> My guess is you will need at least 5000 lb of capacity, which means
> pickup or SUV type vehicle.
>
> del cecchi
>
>
>
I did send an email to "service" -- no response. Got a phone number? >> Stay informed about: Ok ON topic boat weight |
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