2014 Cherokee Grey Wolf 29BD and Toy Tundra V8 5.7L
I am considering getting my 1st RV. The Forest River Cherokee Grey Wolf 29BD seems like a nice TT. I also can pick up a 2014 Tundra to pull it. Any comments given I’m new to this?
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I have a 2010 Tundra 5.7 and love it. Its a great truck, when used within its means. Make sure you know your weights before you invest money in a new Tundra though. The "downfall" of any half ton is minimal payload. If your tongue weight is 950 lbs and your payload is 1500 lbs, that only leaves 550 lbs for family and gear in the truck. Sounds like a lot, but it can disappear quickly depending on what/how you pack.
If your numbers add up okay, go for it. I LOVE my Tundra pulling my 6500 lbs trailer. It pulls great, handles great, stops great. It has plenty of power for my weights and the mountains I deal with on the east coast. Gas mileage is about 10 towing, which is reasonable for a gas truck. The smaller gas tank can get annoying, but we have a 20 month old and another on the way. 200 miles is a little over 3 hours between gas breaks, which is usually all that my family can take sitting in the truck at one time.
If you are close or over the numbers, I would strongly encourage you to consider a heavier duty truck. The difference between a Tundra and a 3/4 ton truck is only a couple thousand dollars. If you need the higher payload, it is money well spent to do it right the first time and have a safe and comfortable towing experience.
Good luck and enjoy your new camper!!!
If your numbers add up okay, go for it. I LOVE my Tundra pulling my 6500 lbs trailer. It pulls great, handles great, stops great. It has plenty of power for my weights and the mountains I deal with on the east coast. Gas mileage is about 10 towing, which is reasonable for a gas truck. The smaller gas tank can get annoying, but we have a 20 month old and another on the way. 200 miles is a little over 3 hours between gas breaks, which is usually all that my family can take sitting in the truck at one time.
If you are close or over the numbers, I would strongly encourage you to consider a heavier duty truck. The difference between a Tundra and a 3/4 ton truck is only a couple thousand dollars. If you need the higher payload, it is money well spent to do it right the first time and have a safe and comfortable towing experience.
Good luck and enjoy your new camper!!!
