Towing this with 3/4 ton
Looking for thoughts on how this would behave: 2013 F250 diesel crew cab (short bed 4x4) pull rite slider From Ford Spec sheet: GVWR 10,000# Max payload: 3240# Max 5th wheel trailer weight 15,...
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There is no way I would worry about hauling that weight/trailer around with a stock 3/4 ton.
The OP is not talking about living in his unit and towing it all over Gods creation for the next decade. He is talking about recreational use. Since his truck nearly has the capacity to haul that unit on a full-time basis it is certainly up to the task of doing it on a recreational basis- and quite safely.
Finally- We all know the mfg's build warranty claims costs into how they figure weight ratings. A few hundred pounds is not going to make any difference.
To the OP- go tow the trailer as your truck currently sits. You will quickly decide whether or not you feel comfortable. If you don't feel comfortable- don't buy the trailer. If you do feel comfortable- buy it and add some airbags to your truck. The airbags will help with ride comfort and load control- They made a giant difference in my last three trucks!
The OP is not talking about living in his unit and towing it all over Gods creation for the next decade. He is talking about recreational use. Since his truck nearly has the capacity to haul that unit on a full-time basis it is certainly up to the task of doing it on a recreational basis- and quite safely.
Finally- We all know the mfg's build warranty claims costs into how they figure weight ratings. A few hundred pounds is not going to make any difference.
To the OP- go tow the trailer as your truck currently sits. You will quickly decide whether or not you feel comfortable. If you don't feel comfortable- don't buy the trailer. If you do feel comfortable- buy it and add some airbags to your truck. The airbags will help with ride comfort and load control- They made a giant difference in my last three trucks!
