Any gain from WD on a dodge 3500
I just got a 2003 quad cab, long bed with a Cummins and six speed. Waht a truck. My previous TV was an Expedition. The TT is a 34-foot vintage aluminum BOles Aero. WD was essential with the Expy...
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hertfordnc wrote:jmtandem wrote:
The one thing you probably need to do is upgrade the stock receiver if you choose to run without WD.
Really? The trucks is rated for 13,700 as is. Not sure how reliable the trailerlife tow rating book is but it doesn't say a thing about WD or any other limitations on the stock truck.
Can't imagine it being hurt by my little TT
Yes, really. Read your owner's manual, and check the weight ratings on your truck's receiver. My F-350's stock receiver was only rated for something like 500/5000 if not using a weight-distributing hitch. Has nothing to do with the 12,500-lb towing capacity of my truck.
I've since upgraded my receiver to a beefy Curt unit, which is rated for 1700/17000 weight-carrying. I still use my weight-distributing hitch, however, since I don't want to subject myself to that ride.
