capable truck to tow new 5th wheel
Looking for personal experiences and input. Just purchased our new(used) 37' Crossroads fifth wheel. 14,000 dry weight + our personal gear. Now will need to purchase the right truck capable and safe e...
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avvidclif1 wrote:
That size is to me definitely in diesel dualie territory. You're probably looking at ~17k GVWR which is up to ~3400lb hitch weight.
That's a lot of truck to only really need once or twice a year.
Hard choices.
Assume the trlr is two axles - which means heavy pin weight, as above.
Also - as above - a lot of money for something used twice a year - whether you buy new or used.
New = major "ouch".
Really not a practical "daily driver" if you *only* plan to use it twice a year for it's intended (towing) purpose.
Who will drive the "daily driver"? Lots of gals aren't overly thrilled about diving pickups - especially duallys.
However, some love it.
But, if you gotta have a TV - (IMO) a used 1T pickup. NO 3/4 ton.
Dually would be best, but SRW would be OK due to the limited towing (plus you won't be driving over curbs as a daily driver, LOL!)
Having it moved by one of the many services would be a good alternative, and may be cheaper in the long run.
Use something more practical as your daily driver.
Good luck with your decision, and BTW - spending some time on Escapees MDT and HDT forums might be beneficial.
Lots of long & heavy trailers - and experience towing/moving same.
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