Upgrading to a Newmar Kountry Aire
I am thinking about upgrading to a 2008 Kountry Aire 5th wheel that weighs-in @ 19,100 (empty weight). My 2011 Ram crew cab Dually (3.73 gear) can manage 21,000 lbs. Not a full timer so the most car...
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rhagfo wrote:
Cummins12V98, run a 5er about that size states 27,000 GCVW, with the same year Ram 3500.
There's a lot of folks towing too much with too little - who can justify it's A-OK while looking in the mirror - and supply the "facts" why they are "good to go" anyplace else..:R
An MDT or a tandem Class 8, or singled Class 7 HDT - is the best answer for "GO" power & load, as well for stopping - the "Whoa! ability.
However, if the OP goes with his plan, I'll be behind him all the way.......
at least if I see him on the road), LOL...:W
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