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Forum: Tow Vehicles 10-13-2019, 07:13 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,515
Posted By Mad Cow
I have been extremely fond of SumoSprings. ...

I have been extremely fond of SumoSprings. Urethane cellular foam that offers very good support with air bag quality ride. Available in varying resistance weights. I have them on the rear and...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 09-05-2019, 09:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,905
Posted By Mad Cow
Glad I am not in those stats. I won’t be thru...

Glad I am not in those stats. I won’t be thru with commercial trucking till age 70, let alone.be out of RV’ing.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-29-2019, 07:56 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,371
Posted By Mad Cow
Yeah, MPG alone is myopic way to view things. ...

Yeah, MPG alone is myopic way to view things. The actual fuel cost per mile really tells the story. My Chevy 2500 6.0 gasser is flex fuel. I get E85 for $1.89 a gallon lately. It averages for all...
Forum: Campgrounds & Destinations 08-18-2019, 07:41 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,092
Posted By Mad Cow
I can attest to that. Did two years at Ft....

I can attest to that. Did two years at Ft. Stewart, GA in the later 70's. I came across many gators. And some of the biggest diamondback rattlers I have ever seen. Cottonmouths pretty frequent...
Forum: Fifth Wheels 08-15-2019, 07:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,700
Posted By Mad Cow
Yeah, I am not into the EZ-Lube idea. I prefer...

Yeah, I am not into the EZ-Lube idea. I prefer to take things apart, clean everything up and inspect, and hand pack with fresh grease. I know it is done right, grease distributed evenly, and the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2019, 11:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,616
Posted By Mad Cow
Not really. My 2015 Chevy 2500HD 6.0 Z-71 gasser...

Not really. My 2015 Chevy 2500HD 6.0 Z-71 gasser that came prepped for plowing does a fine job of moving snow. It has also done a stellar job of pulling some good size felled trees across my...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2019, 08:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,616
Posted By Mad Cow
That would be true, but the OP is not going doing...

That would be true, but the OP is not going doing that from what was stated in his original post. of course what one is actually doing factors into the equation. I use a Class 8 semi truck tractor...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 08-04-2019, 07:58 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,616
Posted By Mad Cow
If one is towing frequently, the diesel could be...

If one is towing frequently, the diesel could be the better option. I have a gasser 3/4 ton Chevy that does just fine yanking around 8000 lb of trailer. I already had the pickup and use it far more...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 02:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,084
Posted By Mad Cow
Well, therein lies the problem. Not sure why you...

Well, therein lies the problem. Not sure why you would change oil at 3000 miles on a gasser. I typically never change oil in my gasser vehicles till between 6000 and 7000 miles or one year. Never...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 11:04 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,000
Posted By Mad Cow
Yeah, if I was going diesel, I would probably...

Yeah, if I was going diesel, I would probably just go on to the 1 ton variety. I guess it really depends on what one is trying to accomplish.

A gasser 3/4 ton will go well beyond anything the...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 10:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,084
Posted By Mad Cow
Well, compare the amount of oil for each oil...

Well, compare the amount of oil for each oil change and filter cost. Then add in fuel filter replacements, especially more frequent in the cold climates, compared to gas versions. How much DEF is...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 08:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,084
Posted By Mad Cow
Yeah, even the diesel pickups are way over...

Yeah, even the diesel pickups are way over priced. I bought my 2013 Freightliner class 8 semi truck for a total of $112K including fees and everything except tags. And it is far more than just 2-3...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 08:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,084
Posted By Mad Cow
If one knows they will be doing some hard towing...

If one knows they will be doing some hard towing under some tough conditions frequently, then diesel is the better choice. But the gas powered 3/4 tons are no slouch and can be pretty darn cost...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 05-19-2019, 07:17 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 15,000
Posted By Mad Cow
I have often wondered why, if some has an idea...

I have often wondered why, if some has an idea they will be actually hauling and towing (even lighter towing), that they don't just get a 3/4 ton over a 1/2 ton pickup. I have found, in many cases,...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 02-03-2019, 10:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,486
Posted By Mad Cow
Even if his personal insurance will not pay out...

Even if his personal insurance will not pay out because of him doing commercial work at the time, whoever's DOT authority he is running under (including his own if he is a true independent registered...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-06-2019, 09:46 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 12,734
Posted By Mad Cow
Well, I am cover a dozen states every year. I...

Well, I am cover a dozen states every year. I purchase over 21,000 gallons of diesel every year for my commercial needs. There is no such industry standard thing as "Top Tier" diesel. There are...
Forum: New Member Check in! 12-23-2018, 08:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,324
Posted By Mad Cow
The beauty of having a CDL A with all...

The beauty of having a CDL A with all endorsements along with a Motorcycle endorsement. Can operate any vehicle that can go down a road.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-06-2018, 10:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,977
Posted By Mad Cow
No clue. It would be something the OEM would do...

No clue. It would be something the OEM would do as part of the vehicle build. There is a lot of information including videos at https://www.amminex.com/
Forum: Tow Vehicles 12-06-2018, 09:04 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,977
Posted By Mad Cow
What is frustrating is how the US OEM’s stick...

What is frustrating is how the US OEM’s stick with the goofy setup they force down our throats. There are far better solutions that are more efficient and reduce complexity which also decreases...
Forum: Odds 'n Ends 07-01-2018, 08:45 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 27,305
Posted By Mad Cow
You want it done right, the first time, and with...

You want it done right, the first time, and with a lifetime guarantee then.....

https://rvroof.com
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-23-2018, 10:19 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 21,160
Posted By Mad Cow
Don't overlook heavy truck shops and lube shops. ...

Don't overlook heavy truck shops and lube shops. For instance, the Mack Truck dealership near me will top off the DEF of any vehicle from a VW on up thru a Class 8 semi truck... for $1.79 a gallon....
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-23-2018, 10:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,735
Posted By Mad Cow
One can get the equivalent performance of air...

One can get the equivalent performance of air bags with easily installation and no further user attention required. SumoSprings.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2018, 10:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,794
Posted By Mad Cow
Yeah, 2016 they went to electrically assisted...

Yeah, 2016 they went to electrically assisted steering, and it has had some bugs in it. My 2015 2500 doesn't have that.
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2018, 10:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 17,756
Posted By Mad Cow
It is sad. It is easier to work on my semi truck...

It is sad. It is easier to work on my semi truck than it is my 3/4 ton pickup. Heck, just the basic stuff like checking oil is easier on my semi truck than my pickup.

Oh, I have the same truck,...
Forum: Tow Vehicles 01-22-2018, 10:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,387
Posted By Mad Cow
Don't overlook SumoSprings as an option. Nice...

Don't overlook SumoSprings as an option. Nice balance between air bags and Timbren type of supports. I use them on my 2500. they really smooth the ride under a load.
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