pulling trailers over 35 feet.
I have a 24 foot camper. We are thinking of upgrade to a 37 foot camper. I have a 3/4 ton dodge (gas). This is probably a stupid question but is my truck big enough to pull one? and 2. Are these big t...
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I pull a 40' toybox 5th wheel with a 3500 Chevy Duramax 1 ton dually. Even though some trips are to other states or the Dunes, most of my trips are to the mountains (Camping, Hunting and/or fishing). I do not like camp grounds for those trips. In fact, if I can see or hear others, we go deeper into the woods along the logging roads for solitude.
I have found that it is very important to carry an electric Pole chain saw for those low hanging obstacles. It has been utilized multiple times. those snags are havoc for the rubber roof-line.........
It definitely does not just sit in a park.......
As far as your truck. There are many variables. Gross Combined Vehicle ratings of the truck. Hitch setup (Bumper pull vs 5th wheel). Suspension set up on the truck, ect.
Remember, the power to pull the truck is not the main concern. Stopping it is... Those bigger, longer heavier trailers take distance to stop in an emergency situations.....
So it is critical to make sure the truck is rated for the weight you are pulling.
I have found that it is very important to carry an electric Pole chain saw for those low hanging obstacles. It has been utilized multiple times. those snags are havoc for the rubber roof-line.........
It definitely does not just sit in a park.......
As far as your truck. There are many variables. Gross Combined Vehicle ratings of the truck. Hitch setup (Bumper pull vs 5th wheel). Suspension set up on the truck, ect.
Remember, the power to pull the truck is not the main concern. Stopping it is... Those bigger, longer heavier trailers take distance to stop in an emergency situations.....
So it is critical to make sure the truck is rated for the weight you are pulling.
