fifth wheel for 1/2 ton pickups
I know that purchasing a fifth wheel usually requires a heavy duty TV. Currently I have a 08 Tundra 5.7. I really like this truck (and it's paid for so that's a bonus), and I have been noticing that...
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It is difficult to find a lite fifth wheel that can be towed by a 1/2 ton pickup. And it is probably more difficult now than years ago. There are some units that your Tundra can handle, but only you can decide if you will be happy with them. Many of the so called 1/2 ton towables will only work with the highest capacity 1/2 ton truck, not the typical 1/2 ton truck. Biggest issue is finding a pin weight that when loaded won't exceed your truck's rear GAWR.
But for all the nay-sayers, it certain can be done safely and reliably. My 1st tow vehicle was an '89 1/2 ton Chevy SB that I used to pull several lite fifth wheels over a period of 11 years. I towed all over the west, from the Rockies to Olympia NP and most places in-between. Sold the truck to a neighbor in 2000 and today it is still on the road and in great shape. Now it is almost an antique vehicle and probably worth more than I sold it for 14 yrs ago.
But for all the nay-sayers, it certain can be done safely and reliably. My 1st tow vehicle was an '89 1/2 ton Chevy SB that I used to pull several lite fifth wheels over a period of 11 years. I towed all over the west, from the Rockies to Olympia NP and most places in-between. Sold the truck to a neighbor in 2000 and today it is still on the road and in great shape. Now it is almost an antique vehicle and probably worth more than I sold it for 14 yrs ago.
