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tama2112
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Jun 26, 2017

Redwood or Jayco - are both viable options for my truck?

Hello,
After much deliberation, I decided to scratch the Augusta Ambition 5th Wheel as I agree it was just too much for my truck. I appreciate everyone's input. I have narrowed my search down to two options and would like to get your thoughts based on my truck. Here are the specs one more time:

2016 GMC Sierra 3500 SRW.
- CREW CAB, STANDARD BOX
- Axle Ratio: 3.73
- Max Towing Capacity: 17,200 lbs
- Door Sticker: Combined weight of occupants and cargo should never exceed 3,594 lbs.
- Tires: Max Load Single: 3,525 lbs (Load Range E)

OPTION A:
Redwood 3991RD
Dry Weight: 14,938 lbs
GVWR: 17,900
Hitch Weight: 2,650 lbs
Length: 41' 5"

OPTION B:
Jayco Designer 39FL
Dry Weight: 14,815 lbs
GVWR: 17,995
Hitch Weight: 3,065 lbs
Length: 41' 6"

I will not be full-timing in this, so I really don't think Ill be adding 3,000 lbs of weight.. I unloaded everything from my Motorhome today and didn't even fill up a 5 ft x 5 ft storage unit. Granted that didn't include clothes or food (or whiskey).

The pin weight of the Jayco has me a little nervous. Can I ask for your input?

Thank you!
Matthew

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  • Hello,

    I cannot speak for the Jayco, but I have a "16" Redwood 38RL.. I tow it with a "15" F-350 SRW, 6.7 and After a trip to the scales, I am AT my max weights... The truck and trailer tow great, but when it is time to renew my truck, It will be replaced with a DRW, just so I have a margin.. We are weekend Warriors, and have more cabinets inside that are empty then full.

    The trailer as delivered empty was 14,100#.. my numbers from the scales were 12,680# on the axles, 3,260# on the pin for a total trailer weight of 15,940#, it carries a 16,500 GVW . . If I were towing more miles, I would beef up to a DRW, but for the usual 150 mile weekend trips you would be fine with the newer generation SRW at those weights. My tires are rated at 3,750# ea

    The 3991RD is 1 nice looking fiver ! Good Luck with your decision