Need Advice on TT size for 3-4 months
Good Morning to all you good people. My name is Bob and I am retired but wife is not yet. However, we have thought about purchasing a TT to go south or wherever in the winter months as it's colder tha...
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wincrasher65 wrote:
Bob,
I'd try to keep whatever you buy to around 5000 lbs loaded. The ratings for trucks are kinda mythical at best, as some may chime in. A 1/2 ton gas truck does best up until 5000 lbs and should give you some flexibility.
There are many, many trailers in the 25 foot range that can give you enough room, yet are easy to tow and park.
I'd recommend that you give aerodynamics alot of weight when you choose a trailer. Look for one with a curved front cap, or a pointed nose front cap. Some trailers also have shaped rear ends as well. A trailer is essentially a big sail behind your truck - a more aerodynamic heavy trailer can be easier to tow that a lighter one with a flat front.
Another thing to consider - you are not buying this trailer to be a permanent home, but to travel for a few months a year. It doesn't have to be ginormous to be comfortable and practical.
Good luck!
Good idea with the aerodynamics that I haven't given a lot of thought until you mentioned it.
When you say 1/2 ton truck limit should be 5K is that because of pulling power or the truck handling the tongue weight ? ? ?
