Looking for expert tow vehicle advice/opinions
Hey all. I know we have many folks in here with either expert advice or real life experience. My question is this...
I have an opportunity soon to get a newer truck. I will be using it for work as I travel about 1200 miles per week. About 80% of my work miles are without a trailer. I tow a trailer for work that is about 5000 lbs. I also tow my travel trailer (6100 dry weight) about 5000 miles per year. I would like to be able to upgrade in the near future to a bigger trailer or a fifth wheel. I would also like a truck/trailer combination that I am comfortable traveling into mountain areas.
So, the main part of this question is, with the details above, is it worth a diesel over gas? And, secondly (and I don't want to start a brand arguement), but what details does everyone have for Ford, Chevy, and Dodge. I do plan on just going straight to a 350 with a long bed as I'd like to put a golf cart in the bed. Not really interested in a dually. As you can see I put on a lot of mileage, and most are non-towing.
Thanks in advance!!!!!
I have an opportunity soon to get a newer truck. I will be using it for work as I travel about 1200 miles per week. About 80% of my work miles are without a trailer. I tow a trailer for work that is about 5000 lbs. I also tow my travel trailer (6100 dry weight) about 5000 miles per year. I would like to be able to upgrade in the near future to a bigger trailer or a fifth wheel. I would also like a truck/trailer combination that I am comfortable traveling into mountain areas.
So, the main part of this question is, with the details above, is it worth a diesel over gas? And, secondly (and I don't want to start a brand arguement), but what details does everyone have for Ford, Chevy, and Dodge. I do plan on just going straight to a 350 with a long bed as I'd like to put a golf cart in the bed. Not really interested in a dually. As you can see I put on a lot of mileage, and most are non-towing.
Thanks in advance!!!!!
