Forum Discussion

BCSJBaylor's avatar
BCSJBaylor
Explorer
Oct 20, 2014

Truck Rental

Does anyone know where, in eastern Pennsylvania, one can rent a truck capable of towing a fifth-wheel trailer weighing in at around 13,000#?
  • Rental trucks won't typically have a 5er hitch. A buddy with a truck is probably the cheapest option.

    Otherwise, check with your local dealers or mobile RV tech...but make sure they are insured if you are paying them.  Once you pay, it becomes commercial and the truck owners personal insurance may not cover it if they get into an accident.

  • Were you able to find someone to tow your fifth wheel? If so, I would be interested in acquiring the information because I am in desperate need of a fifth wheel to be towed. It’s about 16,000 pounds

    • ford_truck_guy's avatar
      ford_truck_guy
      Nomad

      Sweetcheeks51 - What are you looking to get done?  I am in SE Pa ( Bucks County ) and MAY be interested in helping if possible.

  • www.uship.com to find someone to tow it for you.

    Try local RV dealer to see if they use someone.

    Borrow a truck from a friendly RVer.
  • Stefonius wrote:
    What are you intending to do? Are you going on a trip, moving it from one storage or seasonal site to another? Relocating?

    I am in southeastern PA, and Truckasaurus is more than capable of handling your fiver. I may be inclined to offer assistance if your needs and my schedule match up.


    X2 . . also IF you have somebody that owns a business , you can always open up an account with Penske and or Ryder.. as long as you know someone with a CDL your golden . . .just ask for a Single Axle Day Cab....
  • What are you intending to do? Are you going on a trip, moving it from one storage or seasonal site to another? Relocating?

    I am in southeastern PA, and Truckasaurus is more than capable of handling your fiver. I may be inclined to offer assistance if your needs and my schedule match up.
  • azdryheat wrote:
    Family RV has trucks to rent. No sure if in PA.


    First I've ever heard of anyone renting a pickup with a FW hitch. Not hard to find something =large=; I'm sure Penske wouldn't have a problem... :-)

    Lyle
  • Problem with renting a pickup - most if not all will not be setup to tow a 5ver. Well not that I have ever seen.