I have a very similar set up as IdaD, I tow a 30' Jayco White Hawk I'm guessing fully loaded 9K. I had a 2004 Excursion 6.0 (the motor blew at 60k) I didn't want a 1/2 ton I've seen 2 that had blown over on their sides while towing campers about like mine. I just personally don't think the 1/2 truck weighs enough pulling something that big. Too much chance of "tail wagging the dog"
My Ram is fantastic for pulling this camper. Much better than the Ex was. I didn't go with an F250 because of the big price difference and I lost trust in Ford. (personal)
I am happy to use my 2500 as a daily driver too. I get a hand calc 19.8 mixed driving and the truck has been fantastic. I guess I said that already. :)
