Hi there. I'm new to this board and did a quick search, but didn't see any threads regarding the pros and cons of an Avalanche for towing (other than NOT to get a GN).
I currently have a 2 horse BP (that I am considering replacing with a 20' stock trailer, also BP). Would the Avalanche (2500 4wd model) have the towing capacity for this?
I -would- like the Avalanche as it suits my "dual needs" and I already have a Ford F350 (currently in need of intensive bodywork to get it roadworthy), so what I'm looking for is something that will give me a decent drive to and from work, I can toss feed in, take a passenger (or 3), get in & out of my driveway if I don't have time to plow, but will still fit in the parking garage where I work...oh, and I'd like to haul 1-3 horses.
Pricewise, I know I'd be much smarter to get a Silverado, but after driving a Sebring convertible for the past 8 years, I want something a bit more stylish that just a truck (NOI)....besides, I'll soon have my Ford back for that. ;) (Oh, and I do love my Sebring, but it's just not cut out to haul horses and I can only get 4 bales of straw in the interior and 6 bags of feed in the trunk, LOL). Thanks!
Posted 2005-07-03 3:31 PM (#27556 - in reply to #27554) Subject: RE: Chev Avalanche - Trailer ?s
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3 horses plus people plus equipment might be a bit much (althought I do not know the exact ratings, and it also depends on the trailer, horses, and what you're using them for ( obviously a 2 week trail ride or hitting the road for rodeo will take more equipment than a trip to the vet). So what kind of horses and trailer (stock? dressing room?) are you looking to haul? I wouldn't see a problem with it hauling a couple decent sized horses in a 3 horse BP plus equipment with the 3/4 ton model.
Posted 2005-07-03 3:39 PM (#27558 - in reply to #27554) Subject: Chev Avalanche - Trailer ?s
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I would usually be hauling 2 horses, maybe have 1 passenger and not a lot of equipment; 2 English saddles, 2 bridles and some pads, etc. in the back seat. Couple of bales of hay (at most) and 20 gallons of water in back of truck. I normally don't haul more than 2 hours to show and most are under an hour. Oh, and the horses are 16.2-17hh and between 1200-1400 lbs. Thanks.
Posted 2005-07-03 4:18 PM (#27560 - in reply to #27554) Subject: RE: Chev Avalanche - Trailer ?s
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I've not had experience with the Chev Avalanch but it is basically a fancy body on the basic Chev Silverado pickup chassis/frame. The Avalanche 2500 should do the job for you. It specs out very close to the 2500 Silverado 3/4 ton. It has the Vortec 8.1 L engine, heavy duty transmission and brakes and can be equipped with a heavy duty towing package that should meet your needs. The Avalance 1500 is based on the Silverado 1500 1/2 ton platform and might be a little light for what you need. That 2500 has a MSRP in the neighborhood of 42K which is more than a similar pickup would cost. But they are discounting them pretty heavily, I understand. Go for it---have fun.
Chev Avalanche - Trailer ?s
