Transitioning to 1st Fifth Wheel
Well, retirement is almost upon me (December if all goes well) and we're looking hard at a 5th wheel and a new tow rig to start things off right. Problem is, I'm not sure how to get started. I've towe...
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We have been full time RVing for 5 years in our 38' MH. We traded in out MH and Jeep to get a 40' Grand Design Solitude 384GK and for a truck it is a 2017 GMC 3500 dually CC diesel with a Trailer Saver 5th wheel hitch. I did a lot of research and found the pin weight of the 5r needs to have about 30% +- added to the weight once you get loaded. If you decide to go with a 350/3500 look into dual rear wheels its doesn't cost much more and the extra carrying capacity and stability is worth it. I know others will say that's to much truck but I like to make sure I'm pulling and stopping with enough truck.
