Another "Can I Tow This" question.....
I'm probably opening a huge can of worms but I'll ask anyway. I'm looking at a 2019 Grand Designs Imagine 2500RL and plan on towing it with a 2015 Ram 1500. The payload capacity of my truck is 1600lb'...
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I agree with those who say, give it a try. I also question those who say your rig is "marginal" for that trailer. I suppose when your numbers are close you could say marginal. If you want to actually know, get some numbers. Actually weigh your trailer loaded as if you were going out camping. Take a look at the actual tongue weight. How does the trailer look when hooked up? Are you level? And, how does it tow? You will soon know if you feel comfortable with the combination.
Getting a bigger truck is a good idea if your really need one and can afford one. Do you need one? I guess that depends on who you talk to. I tow my current trailer that weighs about 6500 loaded for camping with a half ton Tundra. I have an Equalizer hitch that levels things out nicely and have never experienced any white knuckles. I also have over 40K miles on my current set up. I have heard many good things about the Ford Ecoboosts and the newer Ram 1500. I would not hesitate pulling your trailer with any of these. But, if you are the type to load the bed heavy with wood, water, generators and all sorts of other items, you might want to get the 3/4ton. They do want lots of money for a new one, don't they?
Getting a bigger truck is a good idea if your really need one and can afford one. Do you need one? I guess that depends on who you talk to. I tow my current trailer that weighs about 6500 loaded for camping with a half ton Tundra. I have an Equalizer hitch that levels things out nicely and have never experienced any white knuckles. I also have over 40K miles on my current set up. I have heard many good things about the Ford Ecoboosts and the newer Ram 1500. I would not hesitate pulling your trailer with any of these. But, if you are the type to load the bed heavy with wood, water, generators and all sorts of other items, you might want to get the 3/4ton. They do want lots of money for a new one, don't they?
