Tow behind VS Fifth wheelers
Hello fellow RVers: I am in the process of transitioning from a Class A motor home to either a tow behind trailer or a fifth wheeler. Reason is both my wife and I are retired and empty-nesters, so we ...
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Jose de Sucre wrote:
Thanks a lot, guys. My RAM is a 2008 Dakota 1500 with a Hemi. It can tow almost anything, but of course the MPG is just about 14. That's why I've been thinking about switching to a Honda Pilot or similar mid-size SUV.
2008 dakotas did not come with a hemi... 4.7 l magnum was the biggest you can ge in HO trim...
They tow from 7000 lbs to 3200 lbs depending on model... Engine, trans, rear, 2wd/4wd , type of cab...etc....
Possibly you have a RAM???
If a ram the tow ratings range from 8900-7400 lbs with the 5.7 l engine..
Whats the door sticker say on the truck for payload?
I would forget about a 5th wheel..
As far as travel trailer I would stay at the 4500-5000 UVW rating..
Something like this coachmen with a 480 tw. Youll be up to 600 lbs or so with propane, batts, and stuff...
http://www.coachmenrv.com/product-details.aspx?LineID=62&ModelID=286#Main
Get a trans cooler installed in the truck. If it has a factory one get a bigger one... Biggest you can fit...
Video here...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bpoAodmfWfs
