CMS

[wessermgm]

So had to take two kids off to a band camp this week. That meant two large suitcases, duffel of provisions, bedding/pillows, a cased french horn and a case euphonium. In other words, a fair amount. Not to mention the instruments can't slide or roll around. I was originally going to take my F-150, but it was pouring sheets of rain and my tonneau does leak some. So, I tested out the the Sport and the CMS system. I fit the two rollerbags on the main deck, the top deck took the euphonium and case, along with the bedding and duffel. I sat the French horn in the backseat. One teen in the back, the other in the passenger and me driving. Had space for more. CMS is definitely worth the $195 as an option at order.

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[PugDad]

So had to take two kids off to a band camp this week. That meant two large suitcases, duffel of provisions, bedding/pillows, a cased french horn and a case euphonium. In other words, a fair amount. Not to mention the instruments can't slide or roll around. I was originally going to take my F-150, but it was pouring sheets of rain and my tonneau does leak some. So, I tested out the the Sport and the CMS system. I fit the two rollerbags on the main deck, the top deck took the euphonium and case, along with the bedding and duffel. I sat the French horn in the backseat. One teen in the back, the other in the passenger and me driving. Had space for more. CMS is definitely worth the $195 as an option at order.

Ordered the same, thought it would be useful as well. I like the idea of using it to divide the cargo area. Smaller items tucked away...etc

 

[Mark S.]

Alright, fess up: who else had to look up “euphonium?”

 

[Bucko]

Alright, fess up: who else had to look up “euphonium?”

It's usually your words that have to be looked up!

 

[jkeaton]

Alright, fess up: who else had to look up “euphonium?”

I'm surprised you have not provided the definition yet.....

 

[Mark S.]

I'm surprised you have not provided the definition yet.....

Not gonna either. If I have to look it up everyone else (who doesn’t already know what it is) does too. Heh.

 

[Bill G]

Yeah, I had to look it up . . . sorry I did as I don't know anymore now than I did before. The definition was like three blind men describing an elephant (elefent???).

 

[Tigger]

So had to take two kids off to a band camp this week. That meant two large suitcases, duffel of provisions, bedding/pillows, a cased french horn and a case euphonium. In other words, a fair amount. Not to mention the instruments can't slide or roll around. I was originally going to take my F-150, but it was pouring sheets of rain and my tonneau does leak some. So, I tested out the the Sport and the CMS system. I fit the two rollerbags on the main deck, the top deck took the euphonium and case, along with the bedding and duffel. I sat the French horn in the backseat. One teen in the back, the other in the passenger and me driving. Had space for more. CMS is definitely worth the $195 as an option at order.

And I’m sure you got better gas mileage too.

And yes, unsurprisingly to no one, I had to look up three words in this post, including euphonium.

 

[wessermgm]

And I’m sure you got better gas mileage too.

And yes, unsurprisingly to no one, I had to look up three words in this post, including euphonium.

Got 29.7 mpg running 87 octane. What were the other two words?

 

[wessermgm]

A euphonium is a low brass instrument that is very similar to a baritone, but has 4 valves instead of 3 valves. While it is smaller than a tuba, it is pretty large instrument.

 

[Tigger]

Got 29.7 mpg running 87 octane. What were the other two words?

(Pssst. Really, I knew them all. But don’t let @Mark S. know!)

 

[Bill S.]

Alright, fess up: who else had to look up “euphonium?”

Admit Nothing.
I made a serendipitous CMS self-storage discovery. When folded, it slides into a slot parallel to the rear seatbacks and sits neatly out of the way. I've seen complaints in other posts about the CMS panel getting in the way (and I've experienced it). Now it has a home in the BS when it's not useful.

 

[JamesT]

Alright, fess up: who else had to look up “euphonium?”

Teenage kid. Euphonium. I guess they are both about the same size. That is such a great mental picture!

 

[fog53]

Well hell.....I had to google CMS System to see what y'all were talking about

 

[PugDad]

Admit Nothing.
I made a serendipitous CMS self-storage discovery. When folded, it slides into a slot parallel to the rear seatbacks and sits neatly out of the way. I've seen complaints in other posts about the CMS panel getting in the way (and I've experienced it). Now it has a home in the BS when it's not useful.

It is amazing what can be discovered by chance, when you least expect it. Wham right before your eyes!

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