Diesel GMC Canyon Towing Escape 21

[Tford]

Coming at this issue from another direction, already had my 05 Dodge 2500 Cummins, then got my 5.0TA. Will probably be looking in a year or so to maybe downsize the tow vehicle and it will definitely be diesel. Of course, right now I don't even know the trailer is back there and places like Teton Pass and the Powder River range passes don't even phase me to go up. I've driven my brother's 3.0L BMW diesel X5 pulling a bumper pull covered car hauler and it wasn't a bad tow but there's a big difference between bumper and 5th wheel pulling. Keep up the great reports on the smaller diesel pickups, especially the Rams and Colorado/Canyons!

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

Hi Jean-Pierre,
We are getting our 19' on May 23rd as well (in the afternoon). May see you there.

Hi,
I will be staying at the Best Western (next door to ETI, they will give you a deal apparently) Sunday and Monday. After delivery, I have training at Valley Drivng School, also next door and then off to Osoyoos mid-afternoon.
Are you going to the rallye?
Jean-Pierre

[escape artist]

Originally Posted by JPSpins

Hi,
I will be staying at the Best Western (next door to ETI, they will give you a deal apparently) Sunday and Monday. After delivery, I have training at Valley Drivng School, also next door and then off to Osoyoos mid-afternoon.
Are you going to the rallye?
Jean-Pierre

Hi: JPSpins... Sounds like a plan!!! Are you getting hitched at Trademasters out there? Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

[Miguezc]

Hope to see you there. We are staying at friends in Victoria until Monday then go over to Chilliwack. I'll try to reserve at Best Western for Monday night. On the morning of the 23rd we are installing the electric break controller near ETI. Pick up the trailer in the afternoon and after that we embarking on a 5 week trek back to Montreal staying almost three weeks in several BC provincial parks and National Parks in the Rockies. How are you getting back to Ottawa?
Also let me know more about the "towing school"?
Cheers
c

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

Hope to see you there. We are staying at friends in Victoria until Monday then go over to Chilliwack. I'll try to reserve at Best Western for Monday night. On the morning of the 23rd we are installing the electric break controller near ETI. Pick up the trailer in the afternoon and after that we embarking on a 5 week trek back to Montreal staying almost three weeks in several BC provincial parks and National Parks in the Rockies. How are you getting back to Ottawa?
Also let me know more about the "towing school"?
Cheers
c

Hi,
It's Valley Drivng School, costs $200 for 2 hours. It involves inspection, backing up and driving in traffic. A friend went through it last year and recommended. The Quebec Federation de Camping et Caravaning has a series of courses for members.
FQCC - Accueil
I will be in Osoyoos until May 29 and have yet to plan anything beyond that as I may have to come home quicker than expected. I'll be sure in mid-April.
I want to go to Nova Scotia later on, perhaps August or September. Other than that, camping around Ottawa and a favourite spot of mine, Mont-Tremblant. JP

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

Hope to see you there. We are staying at friends in Victoria until Monday then go over to Chilliwack. I'll try to reserve at Best Western for Monday night. On the morning of the 23rd we are installing the electric break controller near ETI. Pick up the trailer in the afternoon and after that we embarking on a 5 week trek back to Montreal staying almost three weeks in several BC provincial parks and National Parks in the Rockies. How are you getting back to Ottawa?
Also let me know more about the "towing school"?
Cheers
c

Are you in Facebook Escape group? A nice place!

[Brian B-P]

Originally Posted by Jim Bennett

Does GMC not offer an OEM towing mirror. I have them on both my Fords, and they are fantastic.

GM does offer OEM towing mirrors for their equivalent to the F-150 - which is the Silverado/Sierra 1500 - but apparently not for the Colorado/Canyon (for which Ford currently has no equivalent model). Toyota, Nissan, and even Honda do have comparable models to the Colorado/Canyon, but as far as I know none have OEM mirrors... so there is a lack of competitive pressure here.

For an in-depth discussion, see Colorado\Canyon Towing 21 - post #22 and following.

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by escape artist

Hi: JPSpins... Sounds like a plan!!! Are you getting hitched at Trademasters out there? Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

No, I am buying the hitch from ETI and they are installing.

[Miguezc]

Not a member of the Facebook Escape group. I did not know there was one. Will join it. BTW I know Long Sault quite well. Great place to paddle, cycle and camp especially during the week. I try to avoid the weekends, they can be a bit rowdy.
Perhaps we can meet up in the near future.

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

Not a member of the Facebook Escape group. I did not know there was one. Will join it. BTW I know Long Sault quite well. Great place to paddle, cycle and camp especially during the week. I try to avoid the weekends, they can be a bit rowdy.
Perhaps we can meet up in the near future.

Friends have told me about Long Sault and I plan on going. Monday to Friday..noted! I guess I will see you in Chilliwack.
Have you mapped out your drive west? I am looking forward to it, but no plans yet. JP

[Miguezc]

We will be traveling West via the USA. I got family Kalamazoo, Michigan, so that will be my first stop. After that I mapped two different routes. The one that we may end up taking will have us stopping at Minneapolis (Minnesota) , Glendive (Montana), Riverbend (Montana), Conway (Washington) and finally Sidney (BC). Long driving days, but I rather take my time on the return trip with the trailer.

[escape artist]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

We will be traveling West via the USA. I got family Kalamazoo, Michigan, so that will be my first stop. After that I mapped two different routes. The one that we may end up taking will have us stopping at Minneapolis (Minnesota) , Glendive (Montana), Riverbend (Montana), Conway (Washington) and finally Sidney (BC). Long driving days, but I rather take my time on the return trip with the trailer.

Hi: Miguezc... Would like to meet you at Niagara Wine Escape rally Sept 15- 17 th. Lots of Escape owners there as well as vintage fiberglass trailers too!!! Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

We will be traveling West via the USA. I got family Kalamazoo, Michigan, so that will be my first stop. After that I mapped two different routes. The one that we may end up taking will have us stopping at Minneapolis (Minnesota) , Glendive (Montana), Riverbend (Montana), Conway (Washington) and finally Sidney (BC). Long driving days, but I rather take my time on the return trip with the trailer.

Lots of mountains for you! JP

[Miguezc]

Originally Posted by escape artist

Hi: Miguezc... Would like to meet you at Niagara Wine Escape rally Sept 15- 17 th. Lots of Escape owners there as well as vintage fiberglass trailers too!!! Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

Sounds like a plan. Thank you for the invitation. I suppose that reservations are required.
Cheers
Carlos and Rosa

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by escape artist

Hi: Miguezc... Would like to meet you at Niagara Wine Escape rally Sept 15- 17 th. Lots of Escape owners there as well as vintage fiberglass trailers too!!! Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

Gee, I remember a wetter rally pretty well held under the Falls.

[Miguezc]

Originally Posted by JPSpins

Lots of mountains for you! JP

Yes, I hope my 2016 4Runner (6 cylinders) is up to the challenge.

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by Miguezc

Yes, I hope my 2016 4Runner (6 cylinders) is up to the challenge.

I am sure it will be. Watch your weight!

[escape artist]

Originally Posted by JPSpins

I am sure it will be. Watch your weight!

Hi: JPSpins... You're starting to sound like my Dr!!! My reply to her is "Watch your step".
The weather report for Niagara Wine Escape 2017 is Fun every day. Alf
Hi: Miguezc... Yes reservations at Riverside Park Motel and Campground are recommended. Call 905-382-2204 and leave a message. They will return your call. Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

[JPSpins]

Originally Posted by escape artist

Hi: JPSpins... You're starting to sound like my Dr!!! My reply to her is "Watch your step".
The weather report for Niagara Wine Escape 2017 is Fun every day. Alf
Hi: Miguezc... Yes reservations at Riverside Park Motel and Campground are recommended. Call 905-382-2204 and leave a message. They will return your call. Alf
escape artist N.S. of Lake Erie

LOL! I had a wonderful time, it was marvellous and the rain made nicer Falls.

[Jim Bennett]

Originally Posted by Brian B-P

GM does offer OEM towing mirrors for their equivalent to the F-150 - which is the Silverado/Sierra 1500 - but apparently not for the Colorado/Canyon (for which Ford currently has no equivalent model). Toyota, Nissan, and even Honda do have comparable models to the Colorado/Canyon, but as far as I know none have OEM mirrors... so there is a lack of competitive pressure here.

That is too bad. I know I love mine. I had the Milenco with my Pilot, and they were the best I have ever used, but are nothing near what an OEM offers. Plus, I just like the large size of the mirrors, with a big, truly effective convex mirror. Hopefully aftermarket outfitters look to fill this void like Alf did with his Nissan. And hopefully that Ranger will have them too.