chappy
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Hi all, firstly let me say that this might sound like a dumb question because I have had little experience ( if any ) with 4wd vehicles so please be gentle with me
We have a D22 3.0L diesel and have towed our 2.5t caravan a number of times now and we are planning a trip across to the west from Adelaide later this year.
The D22 tows well. I usually tow in 2wd in 4th gear at 85-90 Km/h at 3000 rpm and only use 5th when on a flat with no headwind so there is no heavy load on the engine or gearbox and when on a downhill slope, or is it generally ok to tow in 5th gear most of the time?
My other question to you more experienced types is, is it appropriate over long distances to tow in 4wd instead of 2wd? Will this give any real "useable" safety and stability on the highway and also would this use too much fuel or wear and tear on the front hubs to make it a viable option.
I look forward to your advise,
Cheers,
Jeff
We have a D22 3.0L diesel and have towed our 2.5t caravan a number of times now and we are planning a trip across to the west from Adelaide later this year.
The D22 tows well. I usually tow in 2wd in 4th gear at 85-90 Km/h at 3000 rpm and only use 5th when on a flat with no headwind so there is no heavy load on the engine or gearbox and when on a downhill slope, or is it generally ok to tow in 5th gear most of the time?
My other question to you more experienced types is, is it appropriate over long distances to tow in 4wd instead of 2wd? Will this give any real "useable" safety and stability on the highway and also would this use too much fuel or wear and tear on the front hubs to make it a viable option.
I look forward to your advise,
Cheers,
Jeff