Towing challenges with flagstaff 25FKS
We are brand new RVers We purchased a flagstaff 25FKS July 2020. We tow with a 2020 Chevrolet 1500 5.3 L Silverado that has a 3.23 rear ratio and a towing package with built in sway control. It took...
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OP - I get what you are saying. What other people may consider an acceptable towing experience may not wash with what you deem acceptable.
I have towed with 1500 series trucks over long distances and can relate to your experiences. Stopping for gas all the time, listening to/feeling the high revs needed for the engine to make power up even the slightest grade - like an overpass. I upgraded to a gas 2500 and still hated it - notice that I didn't say the truck couldn't do the job - I said I hated it. I upgraded from a 2017 6.4 hemi 2500 to a 3500 diesel - and have not looked back. I simply love the towing experience now. And I can safely upgrade to something bigger in the future if I so desire.
You mentioned wanting to go to a much larger trailer in the future - so consider the main issue with a diesel 2500 is limited payload due to the diesel engine weight. Payload - lack of it, is what is most likely causing your current issue. Tongue weight is running a close second. You state that your truck sags when loaded up for a trip.
My advice for you is to do some research on payload and check the door sticker of the truck you are interested in.
But by all means, get a diesel. Don't be scared by comments on higher maintenance costs - yes, oil changes are more expensive, but you don't have to do them as often as a gas engine. You have to put DEF in it - so what? They are overrated - LOL! I used to be scared by this commentary - but don't be. I enjoy driving my truck as a daily driver as well and am happier than a pig in mud when towing. Mileage is significantly better, even when not towing.
Just make sure you have a WDH that is properly set up. Good luck.
I have towed with 1500 series trucks over long distances and can relate to your experiences. Stopping for gas all the time, listening to/feeling the high revs needed for the engine to make power up even the slightest grade - like an overpass. I upgraded to a gas 2500 and still hated it - notice that I didn't say the truck couldn't do the job - I said I hated it. I upgraded from a 2017 6.4 hemi 2500 to a 3500 diesel - and have not looked back. I simply love the towing experience now. And I can safely upgrade to something bigger in the future if I so desire.
You mentioned wanting to go to a much larger trailer in the future - so consider the main issue with a diesel 2500 is limited payload due to the diesel engine weight. Payload - lack of it, is what is most likely causing your current issue. Tongue weight is running a close second. You state that your truck sags when loaded up for a trip.
My advice for you is to do some research on payload and check the door sticker of the truck you are interested in.
But by all means, get a diesel. Don't be scared by comments on higher maintenance costs - yes, oil changes are more expensive, but you don't have to do them as often as a gas engine. You have to put DEF in it - so what? They are overrated - LOL! I used to be scared by this commentary - but don't be. I enjoy driving my truck as a daily driver as well and am happier than a pig in mud when towing. Mileage is significantly better, even when not towing.
Just make sure you have a WDH that is properly set up. Good luck.
