DutchmenSport wrote:
40 footer toy hauler probably has 3 axles. If it has 3 axles, without knowing anything else, I can feel comfortable saying, you're going to need something heftier than an F350 or 3500 (even the diesel versions). If it has 2 axles, you can probably squeak by with an F350 or 3500. But at 40 feet ... you're maxing out this range. Think bigger truck! (or smaller trailer).
Campsites? you just have to do your homework first. It all depends upon where you are, what part of the country your in, and what type of camping you plan on doing. Many of the State Parks in Wisconsin would not accommodate a trailer that size, you might not even be able to maneuver the campground roads to even get to the camp site.
Indiana state parks can accommodate a 40 footer, but you've got to choose your site carefully. You won't be parking between trees.
Before jumping in too deep, take the advise I was given by a minister many years ago when he thought my choice of girlfriends was a bad choice. He said, "Put your heart in the freezer, and put your head in the oven." Didn't make a whole lot of sense to me, but I finally figured it out. Don't get drawn into the emotional side so much that you don't truly realistically look at it from the practical sensible side. FYI, I broke up with the girl. He was right! It was the best thing I could have done. It would have been an awful mistake with very unpleasant repercussions the rest of my life!
I disagree on the truck size, Ram makes a 3500 easily capable of handling a 40' 21000lb toy hauler...my truck has a tow capacity of 30000lbs. Ford has to use its f450 to achieve those numbers which may throw you into the commercial category...chevy I think maxes out around 22000lb max tow according to the trailer life 2016 towing guide. Id get whatever RV suits your family situation, grab a 1 ton dually and then enjoy!!
