Exploder vs. Mountaineer - U haul moving.
Question:
To replace my 94 Exploder Ltd., I am looking at 2005 Exploders and Mountaineers, among others. Does anyone have info as to why one is vastly better than the other, or what to avoid in one or the other?
Answer:
You can pull a U-Haul trailer with a Mountaineer, but not with an Explorer.
Explorer - This vehicle is not authorized to tow U-Haul equipment.
U-Haul does not rent behind this tow vehicle. We apologize for any
inconvenience this may cause you. Is there a different vehicle that you can
use for towing?
Mountaineer - Our records indicate this is a recommended towing setup;
however, all towing is subject to inspection. We suggest you have your
vehicle inspected free of charge at any U-Haul Moving Center prior to the
date of your move.
Why, you ask? I don't know, but that is what U-Haul says.
-The Explorer owner cannot rent a U-Haul trailer to attach to his
Explorer, as U-Haul's attorneys are afraid of litigation from Explorer
owners who can't drive an SUV with a trailer attached, get themselves
hurt, then expect a company with deep pockets to give them a big payday.
BTW U-Haul is on the edge of bankruptcy now.
The Mountaineer, which is an Explorer with Mercury trim, has optional
features on the Explorer which are standard on the Mountaineer. And you
can go to your local U-Haul Rental Center and rent any trailer they
have. They'll hook it right up for you. Go figure!
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