Help with new tow vehicle

lpmitch wrote:
Greetings,

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I realize that the F-150 and chevy 1500 are going to be close to maxed out pulling this trailer even with the HD trailer package. I don't want to be under gunned so to speak and I want to keep my family safe of the road. What are your experiences towing a trailer of this size with the new light duty trucks?

You are correct about the half ton models mentioned. Driving any vehicle "Close to maxed out" will not be as much fun as one well within its capabilities. Having said that, as long as you stay under the vehicles ratings and only want to tow a few hundred miles a year, the lighter duty pickup will ride better and get better mileage the rest of the time.