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LANShark42's avatar
LANShark42
Explorer
Jan 13, 2015

2WD vs. 4WD

Just bought a TT and don't have a TV for it yet. One friend, who tows a lot of heavy things, recommends nothing less than 3/4 ton P/U. A mechanic friend, who we will be camping with, says his 1/2 ton is plenty, although he admits he had to do some work on it (programming it and dual exhaust etc). I'm inclined to go with a 3/4 ton, in case we might buy a larger TT at some point in the future.

I'm wondering whether having 4WD will help in towing capacity and/or handling. Dealer has thrown in a 10K E2 Equalizer hitch and will install towing brakes on whatever vehicle we get.

I'd love to hear your thoughts and comments.

Thanks,
Michael
  • rav's avatar
    rav
    Explorer
    Jan 13, 2015
    I would go with the 3/4 ton truck. my last truck was 2 wheel drive and I never needed it when we camped, we camp at state parks. welcome to the forum
  • azrving's avatar
    azrving
    Explorer
    Jan 13, 2015
    What are the specs on your TT? 4x4 may lower the towing specs a small amount but it looks like you are in a snow area even when not towing.
    4x4 is nice when parking rig in some tough areas.
  • rexlion's avatar
    rexlion
    Explorer
    Jan 13, 2015
    4wd adds a bit of weight and this weight may even reduce the tow rating accordingly. As for handling, you can't run conventional 4WD on dry pavement, so it can't help your handling. All wheel drive (full time 4WD) can help with handling when one hits somewhat slippery surfaces (icy patches, for example), but I know of no pickups with AWD offhand.

    4WD will be handy when you have to move your trailer on slippery inclines at low speeds, stuff like that.

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