trop-a-cal
Palm Coast Fl
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I noticed many Rv's going 60 MPH on interstates that are posted 70 MPH. On your last trip did you travel 10 MPH under posted for fuel savings?
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rscraig
Denton, TX
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Yes. I try to hold it around 60. I've found a dramatic increase in fuel consumption with my diesel when towing at 70.
Steve
2007 Wildcat 29RLBS
2006 Dodge 2500 4x2 QC 5.9L CTD
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Jack_Diane_Freedom
Toronto Canada
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I travel around 60-65 and have for years. Not for fuel savings but for common sense safety.
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morsecodeham
MA
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55 MPH, I'm the guy everybody passes.
2005 Jayco Jay Feather Sport 186
2005 Ford F-150 XLT Long bed 4.6 V8 3.55 axle
Reese WD & HP Dual Cam Anti-sway
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Pawz4me
North Carolina
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We try to stay right around 60, with an average range of 58-63. First for safety reasons, second for fuel economy.
Me and the DH 
Two boys and two dogs (and two cats who prefer to stay home)
2008 Forest River Georgetown 350DS (bunkhouse model)
2001 Honda CR-V
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Can-AmDuo
MD
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We always try to keep it 58-62 for safety and comfort, unless posted lower or road/weather conditions dictate slower.
Life is partly what we make it, and partly what it is made by the friends we choose.
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MNtundraRet
Bloomington, MN
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We always travel at 60-65 mph. 10 mpg at that speed and no wind or semi problems. Wife has no problems, and we can enjoy the views while driving even with crosswinds.
Mark & Jan "Old age & treachery win over youth & enthusiasm"
2003 Fleetwood Jamboree 29
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Gunship Guy
Florida
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I will tow at whatever speed the onboard computer indicates for optimum fuel efficiency based on a number of factors. It usually falls in the 62-65 mph range.
Volvo 770
2006 Mobile Suites 38RL3
PICS OF STUFF
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turninghawk
Gatlinburg, TN
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For me, 63 - 65 mph is usually a good speed for decent economy and optimum safety. Driving 55 or less may make you the guy that "everybody passes" but also makes you a hazard in a 70-mph zone. I choose not to be penny-wise and pound-foolish. IMO, safety actually overshadows economy.
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riverotter55
Michigan
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The big reason Check your Rigs tires & see what tires max speed rating is. Usually 60-65mph & people wonder why their tires BLOW OUT!!
DW, Me,& Dawg
CF29RK - Cruiser (07)
F250 PSD (7.3 ) XLT (02)
You CAN get there from here it just takes longer !!!!! 
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