Advice on Limited Slip Differential

Firsttimer2912 wrote:
We are first time buyers of a truck and trailer. We're looking at a Jayco mid-sized model - 7500 lbs.- and will be vacation and long weekend users. We do want to go to the mountains at some point so we're trying to plan ahead.

I'm getting advice from all over the place and need help deciding on the right truck to pull this. Dealers are telling me that a 1/2 ton will be fine. My experienced brother in law is telling me that I need a limited slip differential, which is only available on a 3/4 ton truck.

We've driven both and the 3/4 ton just seems like too much truck for our needs.

I need some advice from experienced RVers please.

Thank you for the help.

I don't know what brands you are considering, but most offer limited-slip or locking differentials.

If you are getting a two wheel drive, the limited-slip can be a big help in slippery camgrounds. Remember that you are not only moving the truck but also an additional 7500 lb trailer with just that one tire.