which is best truck for 5000Lb trailer
I'm buying a 25 ft trailer(exterior length), 5000lb dry weight. Looking at used trucks .. any recommendations .. engine size and gear ratio.. may steer away from dodge as i heard bad things on suspens...
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Not having the specifics of your family or what you'll be carrying, all I have to offer is what I have done.
My trailer weights about 5000+/- a couple hundred. (Sorry I don't remember and its in repair) It's a Jayco Jayflight 24FSB. I was pulling with a GMC Sierra CCSB 1/2 ton with a 5.3, 5sp auto and 3.42 axle. It pulled okay until we got to any hills where it sometimes struggled, and crosswinds made it feel like the tail wagging the dog.
I recently traded for a 3/4 ton Chevy Silverado 4x4 CCSB with a 6.0 gas, 4 speed auto and 4:10 rear axle. Best decision I've made on a tow vehicle. Towing is much easier.
My trailer weights about 5000+/- a couple hundred. (Sorry I don't remember and its in repair) It's a Jayco Jayflight 24FSB. I was pulling with a GMC Sierra CCSB 1/2 ton with a 5.3, 5sp auto and 3.42 axle. It pulled okay until we got to any hills where it sometimes struggled, and crosswinds made it feel like the tail wagging the dog.
I recently traded for a 3/4 ton Chevy Silverado 4x4 CCSB with a 6.0 gas, 4 speed auto and 4:10 rear axle. Best decision I've made on a tow vehicle. Towing is much easier.
