"Tim" wrote in message
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I have found that towing out of overdrive, and running about 50 mph
is it's best suit. Fuel milage drops from about 20 down to 10 mpg. So
with a 120 mi. turn around, to the lake and back, it will suck a
goodly tank full of gas just doing that.

*When I leased my Ranger pickup they recommended switching off the
overdrive when towing.*

I don't know, I really don't need a pick up truck. I wouldn't mind
having one if I was going to use it daily, that is utilizing the
truck for more than hauling a boat. But that might be in store for the
future.

* My pickup fills the need for a 2nd vehicle. Wife is gone to work all day
with the old mini-van, so I'd be more or less housebound without the truck.
My # 2 son relies on it also....almost too much. I went and got a load of
gravel in it this morning and he was complaining he wanted it within the
hour to keep a haircut appointment.*