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1414141414
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Feb 18, 2015

what truck should I buy?

Buying a new cedar creek 38rd fifth wheel
hitch weight-2190
axle dry weight 11250lbs
unloaded vehicle weight13440 lbs
gvwr16190 lbs
dual axles #7000
cargo capacity 2750 lbs
please help want to buy the new truck this week, I do like fords. I am thinking a super duty 350 sw dissel thanks
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  • ScottG's avatar
    ScottG
    Nomad
    Feb 18, 2015
    Check the rating of any SRW closely as you will be well over 3000# tongue weight plus the hitch, occupants and what ever else you add.
    You need to consider a dually. While it may or may not be absolutely required, when you get to those weights it makes for a much more stable tow.

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