[Rhodes22-list] Looking for Owners in New Jersey ?

Tue Jan 9 07:01:10 EST 2007

Thanks Dan. 

Dan B-4 wrote:
> 
> Dan,
> The Escape is too light duty.  The V6 version is rated for 3500-lbs.  If
> you were to consider an Explorer, give serious consideration to the V8,
> depending on the configuration, it is good for 6800-7500 lbs towing
> capacity.  The real truth is that the only time you will see the
> difference between the 4.0L V6 and the 4.6L V8 is when driving around
> town, where the volume of the engine itself requires more fuel at idle. 
> When you are actually using the engine to to pull the weight of the the
> vehicle, and the tow, it becomes less significant, and your fuel economy
> might even be better with the V8 because you won't need to go as deep into
> the throttle to keep up with traffic.  Also, the Explorer (and Expedition)
> have independent rear suspension, which makes for a less truck-like ride.
>  
> Then there is the valid argument that says the longer the wheelbase, the
> safer the tow.....  F150 Crew-Cabs and Super-Cabs are often well
> discounted.  As others, have mentioned, if your Gross Combined Vehicle
> Weight is close to the vehicle's rated capacity, seriously consider adding
> a transmission oil cooler, if it isn't already installed as a factory
> option.
>  
> If you decide to go for a Ford contact me back channel, I have a couple of
> unused Friends & Family X-Plan discounts left for 07 Models. 
> 
> Dan B 
> SV QOL
> 
> 
> 
> ----- Original Message ----
> From: cymruboy <dthomas at chameleon-inc.com>
> To: rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org
> Sent: Monday, January 8, 2007 4:10:45 PM
> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Looking for Owners in New Jersey ?
> 
> 
> Thanks Rob. I'll check what the NJ law is. I'd be driving on flat 95% of
> the
> time and as per you I'd be moving it twice a year as well so may wing it.
> How does the gas go on the Cherokee ? I know its better than some of the
> SUV's. I am trying to figure out which is the best vehicle that can tow
> 5,000 Ilbs and still be reasonable on gas. Not an easy task. I was told
> about the Ford Escape but not sure if it has a towing package. Dan
> 
> 
> 
> Rob Lowe-2 wrote:
>> 
>> Dan,
>> As Peter suggests, you're going to need 5,000 pounds towing capacity. 
>> Mine
>> is rated at 5,000 pounds.  Make sure to get a vehicle with a built in
>> towing
>> package.  Most add on hitches don't include the transmission cooler,
>> which
>> is really what you need.  As has been discussed on the list, the newer
>> boats
>> tend to weigh more than the older boats.  I love my Grand Cherokee.  But
>> I'm
>> a Jeep guy to begin with so I'm biased.  I have a single axle trailer.
>> Single vs. double is a matter of individual taste and desires.  Some
>> prefer
>> the double as it rides better and will survive a flat.  Some prefer the
>> single as it's more maneuverable.  My state (VA) requires trailers that
>> carry over 3,000 pounds to have brakes on the trailer, but I don't have
>> them
>> and they don't inspect for them.  I just drive real carefully as my
>> vehicle
>> has to do all the braking.  But as has been suggested, if I get in an
>> accident without the brakes, I'll probably get cited for it.  But then I
>> only move my boat twice a year so it's a risk I take.  I towed my boat
>> back
>> from St. Louis (across West Virginia) and got through the mountains OK,
>> but
>> I maxed out at 60 mph.
>> 
>> - rob
>> 
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "cymruboy" <dthomas at chameleon-inc.com>
>> To: <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>> Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 3:32 PM
>> Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Looking for Owners in New Jersey ?
>> 
>> 
>>>
>>> Rob does the 5,000 include trailer I would assume at around 5-600Ibs ? I
>> was
>>> thinking of the jeep grand cherokee myself. How does that work for you.
>>> I
>>> would only be on flat runs for the most part in Jersey. I'd also like to
>> get
>>> a trailer with single axle and no breaks if its doable ? I have had a
>>> nice
>>> packet from Stan at GB about the boat. I'll have to investigate the
>> recycled
>>> option I think if not many used boats come up. Thanks for the advice
>>>
>>> Dan
>>>
>>>
>>>
>>> Rob Lowe-2 wrote:
>>> >
>>> > Dan,
>>> > It's hard to find good used ones, although there were several this
>>> past
>>> > year
>>> > which is unusual.  I can think of only one that was listed back in
>> October
>>> > on this list, don't know if it's still available.  Steve in Florida,
>> still
>>> > selling your boat?  I've got an older, used, boat.  I know others on
>>> the
>>> > list would recommend a recycled boat.  It's basically a new boat on an
>>> > older
>>> > hull.  I assume you've looked at the GB web site?
>>> >
>>> > http://www.rhodes22.com/
>>> >
>>> > There are several tow vehicles that would work.  Some of us have vans,
>>> > pickups, SUVs (I have a Jeep Grand Cherokee).  Something with a 5,000
>>> > pound
>>> > towing range is acceptable. - rob
>>> >
>>> > ----- Original Message ----- 
>>> > From: "cymruboy" <dthomas at chameleon-inc.com>
>>> > To: <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>>> > Sent: Monday, January 08, 2007 1:29 PM
>>> > Subject: Re: [Rhodes22-list] Looking for Owners in New Jersey ?
>>> >
>>> >
>>> >>
>>> >> Many thanks Rob. I have done quite a bit of homework and feel the
>> Rhodes
>>> > 22
>>> >> would be ideal for sailing the Barnegat bay area as a day sailer.
>>> Also
>>> >> may
>>> >> be retiring to the Chesapeake in the next ten years. I just need to
>>> get
>>> > out
>>> >> and sail one. I'll also need to replace my VW passat wagon with
>> hopefully
>>> > a
>>> >> mid size SUV if that will do. Was thinking of a Ford Escape but need
>>> > advise
>>> >> there. It would be ideal not to have too much of a gas guzzler if you
>> get
>>> > my
>>> >> drift and I don't want a truck with three children. Also not sure
>>> about
>>> >> going with Used versus a recycled boat. I have up to $25,000 and want
>> to
>>> > go
>>> >> the best route. I don't want new and don't want an older model.
>> something
>>> > in
>>> >> between would be ideal. Dan
>>> >>
>>> >>
>>> >>
>>> >> Rob Lowe-2 wrote:
>>> >> >
>>> >> > Dan,
>>> >> > You can find where some of us are located by checking out:
>>> >> >
>>> >> >
>>> >
>> http://www.frappr.com/rhodes22#x=-77.89&y=36.56&z=11&t=0&pin=2473192_blue
>>> >> >
>>> >> > Looks like Sheldon Green is right in your backyard.  Not sure if
>>> he's
>>> >> > still
>>> >> > on this list or not, but maybe he'll respond to a message through
>>> > Frapper.
>>> >> > If not, Jay is right down the road a bit.
>>> >> >
>>> >> > what are you looking for in a Rhodes?
>>> >> >
>>> >> > Welcome to the list.
>>> >> >
>>> >> >
>>> >> > Rob Lowe
>>> >> > S/V Getaway
>>> >> >
>>> >> >
>>> >> > ----- Original Message ----- 
>>> >> > From: "Daniel Thomas" <dthomas at chameleon-inc.com>
>>> >> > To: <rhodes22-list at rhodes22.org>
>>> >> > Sent: Sunday, January 07, 2007 12:15 PM
>>> >> > Subject: [Rhodes22-list] Looking for Owners in New Jersey ?
>>> >> >
>>> >> >
>>> >> >> Hello all,
>>> >> >>
>>> >> >> I am new to the forum and in the process of starting my search for
>>> a
>>> >> > Rhodes
>>> >> >> 22 to own in the coming years. I have never sailed one and
>>> wondered
>>> >> who
>>> >> >> in
>>> >> >> the group resides in New Jersey, especially near Barnegat Bay
>> ideally
>>> > as
>>> >> >> that's the closest place for me. I currently sail at the Nelson
>>> >> Sailing
>>> >> >> Center at Island heights, but need to get out on a Rhodes 22 to
>>> see
>> if
>>> > I
>>> >> >> like it and how it handles.
>>> >> >>
>>> >> >> Hopefully hear from a few NJ owners to introduce myself and see if
>> you
>>> >> > might
>>> >> >> be willing to take me out this coming year ?
>>> >> >>
>>> >> >> Dan
>>> >> >>
>>> >> >>
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