Lake powell

stl454 · 03-07-2008, 09:43 PM

will be towing from Springfield Mo. to lake Powell in September. Wanted to know if anyone had experiences towing I40 through texas and new mexico in the mountains.

Thanks

lxvp · 03-07-2008, 09:46 PM

40 is an easy tow, did it when I got out of the navy

RckyMtnTitan · 03-07-2008, 11:30 PM

Shouldn't have much trouble at all. Have fun at the lake, I'll be there in June.

Zdr93523 · 03-26-2008, 07:30 PM

Towing won't be an issue but PLEASE CHECK WAYNESWORDS.COM for information on Quagga mussels and mussel free certification before you head out to Lake Powell. It is very simple to clean your boat beforehand and will save you time when you get there as you will not be allowed to launch without it being clean. This information is geared toward anyone heading to Lake Powell. I'll be there on Tuesday!!! woohoo! Have fun and a safe trip!

stl454 · 03-31-2008, 08:23 PM

when you get a chance let us know what condition the lake is in. Are the going to get the channel by antelope island open?

zkeys · 04-01-2008, 06:57 AM

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Originally Posted by stl454

when you get a chance let us know what condition the lake is in. Are the going to get the channel by antelope island open?

I think I read that it will be open soon. I hope to be out there in late June. I might take time out of my Moab trip the hit the lake to cool off!!

TitanRider · 04-01-2008, 05:16 PM

I am jealous. Havent been there since the early 90's, went three years in a row and was a blast. I remember being there for 2 weeks and never got bored. Have fun and enjoy the lake and your tow out there.

TitanLou · 04-01-2008, 06:16 PM

How heavy is your boat? I tow mine all over New Mexico, but it's only 2500lbs. I also tow my TT through these mountains, and it's 8000lbs. if it's heavy just tow it in 4th and don't be afraid to drop it down into 3rd pulling some of the bigger mountains. Here's a link to Lake Powells water levels http://graphs.water-data.com/lakepowell/index.php

stl454 · 04-02-2008, 09:49 PM

The boat is a 32' Sunsation on a tri-axle trailer with brakes on all 3 axles. Loaded weight is 8600 with little fuel in the tank. Hitch weight right at 700lbs. Using one of the new Reese 1100 lb. PRO SC WD hitches to satisfy Nissan hitch requirements. Will also have Roadmasters on by then. It's a fairly easy tow as I used to pull it around the country with my 1990 Chevy 454 SS truck. The low profile results in little wind resistance and no sway at any speed. The tri-axle trailers really make the rigs very stable.
I have a 2007 KC with big tow. The titan has a much longer wheelbase and about equal on torque. I have towed through the Qzark hills on I44 ok. Just wanted to know how I40 is out west and if anyone had experiences at lake Powell.

Thanks