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    What MPH do you tow your rig ??

    Wondering how fast the knowledgeable members here at the forum tow their coach while on the highway ??
    Last edited by Zorro55; 08-05-2022 at 12:29 PM.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Zorro55 View Post
    Wondering how fast the knowledgeable members here at the forum tow their coach ??
    Generally between 60 and 65 MPH depending on how much of a hurry I'm in. With gas this high, I tend to stay nearer 60 MPH since my mileage is much better there.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Soundsailor View Post
    Generally between 60 and 65 MPH depending on how much of a hurry I'm in. With gas this high, I tend to stay nearer 60 MPH since my mileage is much better there.
    I think I have been going too fast.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Zorro55 View Post
    I think I have been going too fast.
    As I've gotten older I drive much slower ;>}
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    Quote Originally Posted by Soundsailor View Post
    As I've gotten older I drive much slower ;>}
    I am taking your advice to heart. I have regularly been pushing 70.
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    That really depends on conditions. I generally keep it below 65 MPH (and much slower in traffic), but there are plenty of wide open highways posted at 75 MPH (think flat, straight Arizona desert) where I'm comfortable at 68-70 MPH. I always ditch the Chinese tires and install Goodyear Endurance which have a higher speed rating and are just better constructed based on my anecdotal evidence.
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    Depends on the roads, two lane roads call for slower speeds than interstates. Interstates I'll run between 65-70 mph.
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    On open Interstates with clear conditions, 67 MPH is the sweet spot for my weight/drivetrain combination. If road or traffic conditions warrant, I'll slow down - often a lot. On US and state highways, I never exceed the speed limit. I often go slower if there are frequent traffic lights, heavier traffic or tighter curves on these secondary roads.

    Speed is the enemy of fuel mileage... and safety.

    Another thing to keep in mind is that, if you have the load range E Westlakes on your trailer, they only have a speed rating of 75MPH - and they don't have a very good track record for blowouts.

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    Faster means lower MPG and hotter tires. I stay at 60 mph or even 55 mph when temp go into the upper 90s.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Second Chance View Post
    On open Interstates with clear conditions, 67 MPH is the sweet spot for my weight/drivetrain combination. If road or traffic conditions warrant, I'll slow down - often a lot. On US and state highways, I never exceed the speed limit. I often go slower if there are frequent traffic lights, heavier traffic or tighter curves on these secondary roads.

    Speed is the enemy of fuel mileage... and safety.

    Another thing to keep in mind is that, if you have the load range E Westlakes on your trailer, they only have a speed rating of 75MPH - and they don't have a very good track record for blowouts.

    Rob
    Rob, you are a fountain of knowledge.
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