Shopping the best truck to tow a 5th wheel
I'm so new at this and really appreciate all the answers I've received from this forum on my other topics. It's helped me make and change my decisions many times -- in search of the perfect (for us) ...
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My 5er has the same GVWR as what your considering. I'm right at the towing limit but nowhere near the weight limit. Any gas engine for this size will need a low gear ratio (higher number) I ordered mine with the 4.10 gears as they are hard to find on a lot. I've drove SRW's with a 5er but the dually is the way to go for stability especially in the mountains. With 5,000 lb payload, I don't need to worry about over loading it.
I haven't had mine out west but Appalachians haven't presented me any problems. I wouldn't tow it up Pike's Peak either, been there with 11,000 lbs & truck camper. No problems just would not try it with a trailer.
I don't use the tow/haul mode very often. The shift points are to high for my driving style. I do use it for descents for the braking assist. I have almost 50,000 mi on the truck with over 30% of that towing. I really wanted a big block motor, but have been pleased with the 6.0 and 6 speed combo.
Good luck on finding the right rig for you and many happy miles to you.
I haven't had mine out west but Appalachians haven't presented me any problems. I wouldn't tow it up Pike's Peak either, been there with 11,000 lbs & truck camper. No problems just would not try it with a trailer.
I don't use the tow/haul mode very often. The shift points are to high for my driving style. I do use it for descents for the braking assist. I have almost 50,000 mi on the truck with over 30% of that towing. I really wanted a big block motor, but have been pleased with the 6.0 and 6 speed combo.
Good luck on finding the right rig for you and many happy miles to you.
