Way2roll you were on the right bath looking for a diesel truck to tow with. Then somewhere along the way you went bargain hunting.
A gasser will always be cheaper than a diesel. You are not looking for a bargain truck or best value. You are looking for a truck to tow a larger 5th wheel.
The diesel will always be more expensive to purchase than a gasser.
A diesel will always provide a better towing experience than a gasser.
Your paying extra for a better towing experience.
Those of us that own a diesel were not tricked into buying a diesel. We paid for the extra for the torque, power and performance of a diesel.
When it comes to towing the only category the gasser wins is initial price.ALL other factors favor the diesel.
Reset and set your sights on a diesel 1 ton truck.
Get it right the 1st time, it always cost more to get it right the 2nd time.