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Originally Posted by ArthurKotb
I have a gen 4 V8 T4R and I pull a 2300 lb. boat on a regular hitch and I get about 13-14 mpg at 70, depending on headwinds. I also tow a 6500 lb. Airstream. No airbags, just a WD hitch. With the Airstream it's just 9-11 mpg at 70 mph, maybe 12 mpg with a tailwind.
For leveling I'd rather use a WD hitch. Airbags will level and get the nose out of the wind but it doesn't change the amount of weight on the rear axle. My V8 4X4 is rated for 700 lbs on the hitch (including hitch). A WD hitch will move some of that weight onto the front axle to get the nose down and some back onto the trailer. The result is a level rig.
I've pulled the Airstream all over the US and I've been very pleased with the way it handles. The X-REAS shocks must play a big part in that handling. I've never had a problem, even with sudden shifts to avoid being hit by someone coming into my lane or with strong crosswinds.
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Is that a 19' Airstream? I want one of those so bad...