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Old 02-20-2013, 09:38 PM   #13 (permalink)
pete c
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Take a look at toyota pickup based RVs. They were built from the late seventies until about '94 when toyota stopped making C&Cs available to the RV makers.

I would recommend a mid-late 80s "shortie" (18 ft) model. This with the 22R 4 banger and 4 speed manual is generally good for about 18 mpg. It can easily be hypermiled into the 20s.

Nice thing about them is they have a substantial rear weight bias which makes they pretty damn good in low traction situations.

There were a few 4x4s made, but, they are rare and be ready to spend top dollar for them. If you are interested, here is a very good site. toyotamotorhomes.com
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