1500 vs 2500
The trailer we are looking at weighs #5595 according to Grand Design, with a hitch weight of #505. We will get a new tow vehicle to handle this weight, I am considering 1500 Eco Diesel, 1500 Hemi ...
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Second Chance wrote:stein4 wrote:Grit dog wrote:
^ What Shiner said.
On another note, anyone who “won’t see the differences” in how a 1/2 ton vs 3/4 ton rides and handles (any brand) probably isn’t observant enough to be towing a traielr!
My F250 is great for towing but it is not my daily driver - fun to drive but the ride is terrible
I don't know what year or trim your F250 is. Our 2013 Sierra 2500HD with the Duramax and Allison had a great ride. It was my daily driver to work, pulled a travel trailer (and then the fiver) and had 3,200 payload per the CAT scales. It was our car of choice for road trips before we replaced the Corolla. Our 2012 F350 DRW (6.7 PowerStroke) rides stiffer - but it also has 4,500 lbs. more payload. We have used it for road trips when not towing and it was quite comfortable. I would not have any qualms buying a newer 3/4-ton for use as a daily driver.
Rob
I have a 2015 F250 XLT FX4. - Glad the Sierra has a smooth ride. California roads are the worst and a 4X4 probably doesn't help. Sometimes I think I should throw a saddle on the F250.
