Towing difference between 37 and 42ft FW
DW and I have been trailerless since Hurricane Harvey decided to destroy our TT. We're looking at FW and still discussing (READ: arguing) the floor plans. Realizing there will be a difference betw...
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I made a very similar jump this year with almost the same truck. My gears are 3.73 which helps a little. Using the 25k B&W.
Just did about 5k of towing and had no issues. The sway is non-existent with the 5er, though it wasn't terrible with the TT on this truck. As others have said, backing up is a whole new ballgame. I was pretty slick with the TT, but the 5er has made me look bad a few times. The pivot point is further forward and the axles are further back. That changes everything.
Enjoy your new rig!
Just did about 5k of towing and had no issues. The sway is non-existent with the 5er, though it wasn't terrible with the TT on this truck. As others have said, backing up is a whole new ballgame. I was pretty slick with the TT, but the 5er has made me look bad a few times. The pivot point is further forward and the axles are further back. That changes everything.
Enjoy your new rig!
