Which truck to get?

Bevteacher4 wrote:
Everyone has their personal favorite, but I am a widow and really want a reliable safe truck to pull my smaller (4500lbs) trailer.

My suggestion, 'cause I've been towing with one for years :W ... get yourself a low mileage, recent model Chevy Avalanche, 5.3L engine with either a 3.73 or 3.42 axle ratio, but avoid anything higher such as a 3.23. It's a 1/2 ton truck but with a much better ride due to the rear coil suspension, has a 130" wheelbase which is noticeably shorter than any crew cab truck so it's much easier to negotiate a trailer on to a campsite when the situation is "tight" yet is certainly long enough for towing any mid size travel trailer. My '05 Av runs a 3.42 axle ratio with the older wide ratio 4-spd transmission but newer ones feature a much more versatile narrow ratio 6-spd that is especially useful when towing, especially because they all have Tow/Haul. You'll also find the enclosed, weather tight, and lockable rear cargo compartment invaluable for carrying items you don't want in the trailer ... and truly versatile 1/2 ton truck! :B