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Old Oct 26, 2024 | 11:35 AM
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I finally made my first camping trip with the new truck and camper (3,300 Lbs.) setup a 3 - 4 hour trip with the first hour getting through the major metro urban sprawl traffic, then I towed at 65 MPH using 87 octane gas, as the terrain is mostly flat with a few minor inclines. With the bed full of camping supplies and 3 people, I was pleased to get 14.1 MPG. When the truck is empty and not towing I am in the 16-18 MPG range with the thirsty 5L. The tow haul mode worked well. It was boarder line hot, so I got to test out the camper AC. We had a nice full hookup sight at Daingerfield State Park, TX. A photo from our morning hike.



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Old Oct 26, 2024 | 11:53 AM
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Looks like a great park to camp. Glad you enjoyed it. We throw a canoe I got cheap off facebook on top of the truck, comes in handy for lakes like this.
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Old Oct 26, 2024 | 12:59 PM
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Looks like a great park to camp. Glad you enjoyed it. We throw a canoe I got cheap off facebook on top of the truck, comes in handy for lakes like this.
Thanks. Good point the 27' camper trailer has a roof rack on it that is plenty long for a canoe.
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Originally Posted by 23 F-150 XL
That right there is some very fine water skiing water!
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