joebedford wrote:
I tow at 65mph - it's a comfortable speed for me, the truck and the trailer.
I'm concerned about your statement "I'll have some type of 350/3500 dually". The Raptor is 19,000lbs GVWR. In 2011, my Chev was the only one of the big three rated for over 19000lbs (which is what my rig is). So if you say "I'll have some type of 350/3500 dually 2012 or newer" you'll be fine.
Agree, the 19,000# GVW of the 5er would suggest getting a new/to newer (13' and up)...350/3500 Dually....My 2013' Ram 3500 dually has a GVWR of 14,000#, a rear axle weight rating of 9750# and a GCWR of 37,500#..That's for a Ram 3500 crew cab/long bed/4X4/ with 4:10 and Aisin transmission in Longhorn trim...rated for 28,000# 5er...though I would never go that route.
I agree on the 65 mph speed, I seem to get my best mpg at 60-65 mph and believe one can handle their truck better towing a heavier 5er if an emergency stop or emergency maneuver needs to be made.
