DesertDogs wrote:
Thus, we are now looking at another 5th wheel model, with a somewhat lighter estimated dry pin weight (2400 lbs) - which when reasonably loaded would bring the 5th wheel pin weight to around 3400 lbs.
With loaded 5th wheel at 3400 lbs pin weight, combined with the weight of hitch and occupants in the truck, one of those SRW 1-ton pickups will meet the need, and likely keep us a little bit under the payload limit of the pickup.
We want to avoid DRW and long bed. Our truck will serve as a daily driver far more than it will serve as a towing machine, so by considering a 5er with a lighter pin weight, we're trying to keep the truck more comfortable for our daily errands.
Great decision. You'll be far happier with a little leeway in your payload and a SRW truck. I'm hopeful to find a nicely appointed 4 season 5th wheel that is light enough to tow with a SRW 1 ton truck when its time for me to retire. I don't want the hassle of a DRW, nor a camper so big and heavy that a DRW is necessary.
Sounds like you've made a good decision, enjoy the new rig!
