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rkassl · ‎Dec-08-2015

When I had our current tow vehicle built I ordered Dual 150amp alternators. We are thinking about a new tow vehicle and I have the option for the same dual alternators of 1 250amp alternator. Which is better for 5th wheeling and why?

Also I have the option of having the truck built with a 20k or 24k Curt Hitch already installed at delivery. Anyone have any experience with the Curt 5th wheel hitches?

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vietvet66-67 · ‎Dec-08-2015

I love my curt hitch. It works as described and holds up well.

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Cummins12V98 · ‎Dec-08-2015

All Curt 5er hitches are Made in China now.

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CWSWine · ‎Dec-08-2015

Garyl53 wrote:
If getting a supplemental electric heater option (like available on F250s PSDs) it may be required, not sure though. Not sure if dual alternators help keep electric heater running when idling either.

Supplemental heater option takes either dual or single optional HD alternators.

I have cab heat on my diesel truck within 45 seconds of starting it and all I have a single Heavy duty alternator.

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Garyl53 · ‎Dec-08-2015

If getting a supplemental electric heater option (like available on F250s PSDs) it may be required, not sure though. Not sure if dual alternators help keep electric heater running when idling either.

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ACZL · ‎Dec-08-2015

I'd go w/ a single HD alt. Are you going to snowplow w/ same truck? That may warrant higher capacity alt. Another option too is to switch out all your RV's running lights to LED's.

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RustyJC · ‎Dec-08-2015

The dual alternator option is generally for wreckers, ambulances or other service vehicles which idle for sustained periods of time with very high electrical loads (emergency lights, A/C, 2-way radios, large inverters, etc.) It's really not needed for an RV tow rig. Having said that, it doesn't hurt anything but your weight, your wallet and one more gizmo to maintain.

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SkiSmuggs · ‎Dec-08-2015

I ordered my F350 with a single HD alternator and it's working fine.
Curt hitches are well respected.

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donn0128 · ‎Dec-08-2015

Unless your powering a huge inverter I see no logical reason for it. In mean really, how much power does a towed vehicle consume going down the road?

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