My 2010 3500 SRW just got totaled. I wanted to hear from any members who tow with the 2014 and how your experiences have been with the rear suspension. And what size/weight your pulling. I have a 32ft bunkhouse 2 slides around 12,000 lbs. Since its so new all I have been reading is either Rams press release or people casting doubt on this platform. Took a test drive was impressed with the system it is very robust. i just placed an order and want to be sure I made the right move. The 3500 SRW Aisin seem to be on restriction forever.

I would not go backwards to a 2500 - you will run out of payload fast. Even with my little trailer I have gotten to within 900 lbs of my payload, which means I would have maxed out a 2500.

I tow a 35' cougar with my 2013 3500 ccsb diesel. Coming from an F250 it is night and day difference. The Ram has very little squat and is as smooth and strong as any truck I've ever had. I will not be adding airbags or any other mods to the rear. Tows my 5th wheel just fine. Scott

the 3500 Ram extended cab 8 foot bed dully is rated for 22,000 pounds with the Aisin you are looking at an extra 20% so look close to the fine print, if you tow more then recommended you could have problems with service repairs laterHORSEPOWER385 ENGINE TORQUE850LB-FT MAX TOWING+30,000LBS MAX PAYLOAD+6,570LBS2014 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty Capability 68 RFE Six Speed Automat68RFE SIX-SPEED AUTOMATICThe available 68RFE six-speed automatic transmission is a sophisticated, multirange, electronically controlled transmission that combines optimized gear ratios for responsive performance and state-of-the-art efficiency.2014 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty Capability G56 Six Speed Manual TraSTANDARDG56 SIX-SPEED MANUALModified for increased torque load of the base-output diesel engine, the G56 six-speed manual transmission also carries a wear-compensating clutch for like-new clutch pedal performance throughout the life of the drivetrain.2014 Ram 3500 Heavy Duty Capability Aisin AS69RC Six SpeedAISIN AS69RC SIX-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONThe available AISIN AS69RC six-speed automatic transmission is an electronically controlled automatic rear-wheel-drive transmission designed to handle higher engine output and increase vehicle weight ratings. With wide overall gear ratios for enhanced drivability and shaft-driven Power Take Off, this innovative transmission will quickly put your work into high gear.PreviousNext

Timesquare- I tow a 2014 Winnebago Lite Five 30FWRES with my 2014 Ram 2500 6.4L Hemi and I love it. I haven't weighed it out yet being fully loaded but I max out the RV at a little over 12K. The one issue you have to take into consideration is the 5th wheel rail adapters. Presently (as of last month) no maker has an adapter for the new rails in the 2014 as they changed everything with the new suspension. Initially I was concerned until we researched the Andersen Ultimate Fifth Wheel adapter. This piece of equipment is a dream. Very easy to remove from the bed of the truck when not in towing configuration, no plate popping noise you get in a typical fifth wheel either.Good luck in your decision and hopefully this will help your process.

oweninthekeys- Thanks for the info, Pullrite has an adapter out also. How bad does the bed drop (sag) when your hitched up? Notice any difference in the corners? (which seems to be the concern) As with any early adapter of new systems there is a lot of anxiety about whether it will work as advertised. I tow occasionally so the promise of a better unloaded ride sounds pretty nice, but not at the expense of towing ability. Any plans of installing aftermarket airbags when they become available.

5th Wheel towing with the 2014 Ram 2500 6.7 | Good Sam Community

NC_Hauler
Explorer
Mar 18, 2014
Gunship Guy wrote:
NC Hauler wrote:
...it won't be hard to sell the picture frame adapter and at that time...

I sold my picture frame adapter on Craigslist within 1 day of posting. It was new, in the box. I had no intention of using it since I was going the Andersen route. Dealer had given it to me for free.

Didn't get mine free, paid $300 for it in July, BUT, because of the imposition of not being able to tow from the time I got the truck in May until second week in July, Chrysler, through my dealership, in July, gave me a 7 year, 100,000 mile Chrysler Car Care extended warranty with zero deductible FREE:B...was hard to be mad after that. Feel like I came out WAY ahead on that deal:)

I came within a hair of pulling the trigger on the Andersen hitch, but really wanted to use my perfectly fine Reese 20K Signature hitch....my 5er was at my camp, so it was ok at the time.
Gunship_Guy
Explorer
Mar 18, 2014
NCHauler, that's a nice gift to get from your dealer. Hope you never have to use it though.
NC_Hauler
Explorer
Mar 18, 2014
Gunship Guy wrote:
NCHauler, that's a nice gift to get from your dealer. Hope you never have to use it though.

Hope I never have to use it either, but it'll be there, Just in case. I've been dealing with them since 96' and between me, family and friends I've sent them, they know me pretty well....great gift and a great dealership:)
cummins2014
Explorer
Mar 18, 2014
NC Hauler wrote:
Gunship Guy wrote:
NCHauler, that's a nice gift to get from your dealer. Hope you never have to use it though.

Hope I never have to use it either, but it'll be there, Just in case. I've been dealing with them since 96' and between me, family and friends I've sent them, they know me pretty well....great gift and a great dealership:)

Hope I can say this about my Ram dealership, so far so good. Time will tell. Have bought two new vehicles in the past year, and have been mildly surprised seems the high pressure thing has changed .
Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Mar 19, 2014
Gunship Guy wrote:
NCHauler, that's a nice gift to get from your dealer. Hope you never have to use it though.

Easy to give something that will never be used! He will be joining me on a group buy this fall for a new 15 LongHorn Dually with rear air suspension! ;)
NC_Hauler
Explorer
Mar 19, 2014
Cummins12V98 wrote:
Gunship Guy wrote:
NCHauler, that's a nice gift to get from your dealer. Hope you never have to use it though.

Easy to give something that will never be used! He will be joining me on a group buy this fall for a new 15 LongHorn Dually with rear air suspension! ;)

Not this time.....I've been married "almost" 44 years...want to make sure I make it there:) I've got all the truck I need/or want and two months after I purchased the truck, the dealership/Chrysler gave me this extended warranty...figure it was "meant to be"...so it made this truck even more desirable....so I'll stick with the 13' and all my buddies can get the 14's and the 15's :)
Fowl-Play
Explorer
May 02, 2014
Recently, I purchased a 2014 RAM 3500SRW Mega Cab Diesel pickup and purchased the necessary adapter for the 5th wheel hitch mounting couplers built into the frame/bed. The truck does not have airbags which can be ordered on one. After having owned a 2004 Ford F350 6.0 liter with aftermarket airbags and towing a 2008 Bighorn 3600RL, there is no comparison for towing the same trailer. The trailer has close to 2000lbs pin weight and the trailer weighs in about 12,500lbs empty. The handling, braking, ride, and mileage are very impressive and the engine brake is AWESOME! The RAM is superior for towing hands-down. Why I did not get rid of my Ford sooner deserves ridicule but the 2014 RAM keeps me smiling!
cummins2014
Explorer
May 02, 2014
Fowl-Play wrote:
Recently, I purchased a 2014 RAM 3500SRW Mega Cab Diesel pickup and purchased the necessary adapter for the 5th wheel hitch mounting couplers built into the frame/bed. The truck does not have airbags which can be ordered on one. After having owned a 2004 Ford F350 6.0 liter with aftermarket airbags and towing a 2008 Bighorn 3600RL, there is no comparison for towing the same trailer. The trailer has close to 2000lbs pin weight and the trailer weighs in about 12,500lbs empty. The handling, braking, ride, and mileage are very impressive and the engine brake is AWESOME! The RAM is superior for towing hands-down. Why I did not get rid of my Ford sooner deserves ridicule but the 2014 RAM keeps me smiling!

Towing the same weight with the same truck, you are correct I am all smiles also. The Rams are a very impressive truck. Can't say I have towed with the other two, but IMO I can't imagine them doing any better job mileage, power , handling, and the Rams exhaust brake is second to none. Never had an idea what I was missing with an exhaust brake, would never go back.
e-light
Explorer
May 02, 2014
Fowl-Play wrote:
Recently, I purchased a 2014 RAM 3500SRW Mega Cab Diesel pickup and purchased the necessary adapter for the 5th wheel hitch mounting couplers built into the frame/bed. The truck does not have airbags which can be ordered on one. After having owned a 2004 Ford F350 6.0 liter with aftermarket airbags and towing a 2008 Bighorn 3600RL, there is no comparison for towing the same trailer. The trailer has close to 2000lbs pin weight and the trailer weighs in about 12,500lbs empty. The handling, braking, ride, and mileage are very impressive and the engine brake is AWESOME! The RAM is superior for towing hands-down. Why I did not get rid of my Ford sooner deserves ridicule but the 2014 RAM keeps me smiling!

The late model RAMs are really great platforms. Glad it's working out for you, sounds like an awesome truck!

Forum Discussion

5th Wheel towing with the 2014 Ram 2500 6.7

About Fifth Wheel Group

Related Content

2017 f250 towing fifth wheel

New Superduty 5th wheel towing

Gas vs Diesel for Towing a Fifth Wheel!!!

2 wheel dolly or flat tow?

Fifth wheel shopping question, rear tow hitch