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groundhogy
Explorer
Dec 19, 2014

What type of pickup truck do i need?

Hi,
Im new here and am trying to figure out what to buy.
If I get a TT (im getting the lingo. lol), I will need
a pickup truck.

What models do I look for? I want to start pricing them
out. Used.

Some I have noticed have double back wheels. Lower gas
milage?

What about 2W vs 4WD?

thanks,
groundhogy
  • groundhogy's avatar
    groundhogy
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    "Unless you want something really heavy, a 3/4 ton 4-wheel drive"

    why does it have to be 4WD?
  • groundhogy's avatar
    groundhogy
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    I have currently a mazda minivan.

    But don't you need like a towing package.. what ever that is.... like oil cooling and stuff?
  • coolbreeze01's avatar
    coolbreeze01
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    Unless you want something really heavy, a 3/4 ton 4-wheel drive pickup will pull any trailer out there.
  • downtheroad's avatar
    downtheroad
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    Welcome to the Forum...
    >Pick a trailer that you are interested in and think will work for you.

    >Come back here to the Forum and post the make, model, length and most important the GVWR (gross vehicle weight rating)

    There are lots of friendly and knowledgeable folks here that can then give you advice.
  • mdamerell's avatar
    mdamerell
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    Actually with a TT, depending on the size and your needs, you may find a large SUV or van to meet your needs. You just need a vehicle with enough cargo capacity to carry the tongue weight and enough tow capacity to pull the trailer.
  • Dakota98's avatar
    Dakota98
    Explorer
    Dec 19, 2014
    groundhogy wrote:
    Hi,
    Im new here and am trying to figure out what to buy.
    If I get a TT (im getting the lingo. lol), I will need
    a pickup truck.

    What models do I look for? I want to start pricing them
    out. Used. Depends upon what size trailer (TT) you want.

    Some I have noticed have double back wheels. Lower gas
    milage? Double back is referred to as a DRW (dual rear wheels) Most cases, your mileage will be 8-10 mpg.

    What about 2W vs 4WD? That really depends on your use. Where you're located & under what conditions & areas of the country
    you intend on visiting & what time of year.

    thanks,
    groundhogy

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