2017 f150 crew cab verses gmc Sierra 1500
I have ordered a new Jayco Whitehawk 27DSRL trailer. little over 6000 pounds empty with a max of 7500. 31 feet long with hitch weight of 685. Will be using weight distribution hitch. Looking at ...
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Some good comments above about getting a 'heavy half' to improve your stability (LT tires, heaver springs and axle ratings) to net out around 2000 payload (depending on how much stuff you bring along).
Agree with your logic to drop the Ram 1500 for the weight you are towing. Would seriously consider the Ram 2500 6.4 as the springs on the rear axle improve the ride. Downsides maybe it sits higher and to my understanding they recommend 89 octane which may increase fuel bill a bit.
I tow 8k with a Max Payload F150 and it does well. Like the Ecoboost which provides plenty of power and the turbos keep the power going if you get into elevation. Do not know if it would feel as well planted after they pulled about 700 lbs out of the truck with the aluminum body. My truck weighs in at 6k to give some comparison. I would expect the engine braking would be better with the V8s.
Find a sunny day and go for some test drives. See what the out-the-door prices are for what you need payload wise. It is quite likely you could pick up the Ram 2500 for less than ordering the Chev or Ford. If you like how it drives and it fits in your garage that may be a winner. Even if it gets less milage (check Fuelly.com) you may be able to offset that with initial savings on the cost of the rig.
At the end of the day this is a good problem to have as you are choosing between some good rigs.
Good luck,
Stu
Agree with your logic to drop the Ram 1500 for the weight you are towing. Would seriously consider the Ram 2500 6.4 as the springs on the rear axle improve the ride. Downsides maybe it sits higher and to my understanding they recommend 89 octane which may increase fuel bill a bit.
I tow 8k with a Max Payload F150 and it does well. Like the Ecoboost which provides plenty of power and the turbos keep the power going if you get into elevation. Do not know if it would feel as well planted after they pulled about 700 lbs out of the truck with the aluminum body. My truck weighs in at 6k to give some comparison. I would expect the engine braking would be better with the V8s.
Find a sunny day and go for some test drives. See what the out-the-door prices are for what you need payload wise. It is quite likely you could pick up the Ram 2500 for less than ordering the Chev or Ford. If you like how it drives and it fits in your garage that may be a winner. Even if it gets less milage (check Fuelly.com) you may be able to offset that with initial savings on the cost of the rig.
At the end of the day this is a good problem to have as you are choosing between some good rigs.
Good luck,
Stu
