Bumper Pull versus Gooseneck for me

[barngal]

Hello, this is my first post. This forum looks like you all have a wealth of information, I'm so glad I found you! I would appreciate your input on my dilemma-I tried to be as specific as possible


Truck: 2017 Ram 3500 LB dually Aisin transmisson 4.10
Currently tow 3 horse BP trailer, 20.5'long x 8'wide


Goal: Living quarters for travelling. Live on the west coast, would like to ride trails all over the country


Dilemma:
Driving the dually LB is new to me and I'm intimidated at the thought of towing a long trailer. And I want access to mildly off road trailer camping. But of course I want as much interior real estate as possible!

I like the slide in max length trailers- 11+ feet. but they hang out of the bed about 4'. I'm told that the extension receiver for a bumper pull will leave my bumper pull unsteady and make the manuevering much more difficult-true story?


Which will give me the greatest living space and be easiest to maneuver: a slide in camper with my current trailer, or a gooseneck LQ trailer? My friend says a shorter bumper pull trailer will be harder to maneuver than a longer goose neck. I know that goosenecks are easier than bumper pull, but I'd be adding at least 10' to a pull behind trailer.


PS, I will be going out of town and not sure I will be able to check in, so my responses might be delayed but I'll try to check in. I'm back Sunday

[lc0338]

Currently have a 3 horse Lakota LQ trailer with 10' short wall. You will love a gooseneck over a bumper pull. I don't believe you will even notice the extra 10 ft. of length. Regarding LQ horse trailer versus Truck Camper and keeping your current bumper pull is a truly personal lifestyle decision. Truck camper is just not enough space for me and with a truck camper you have to totally back up that bumper pull using side mirrors only because the back window is blocked. If you are setup at camp it is more difficult to jump in the truck to go sight see or run to store, etc... Just not enough room inside of them for me but I know a lot of people have them so it's possible. LQ horse trailers are not cheap but high end truck campers are expensive as well. Best would be to make a list of pro's and con's of each then go look at what you can afford. Good Luck

[4x4ord]

The gooseneck pulls beautiful down the road. You can learn to back up either. For off road areas you do need to be careful with a gooseneck as the clearance between the end gate and gooseneck can be an issue. The new trucks have a 3" hitch receiver on them ...a hitch extension would be pretty tough. I would get a hitch extension built for your truck and try it out with your current trailer. If you are satisfied with the way it handles you can start shopping for a camper.

[ACZL]

I see gooseneck w/living qtrs all the time here in NY. If $$$ isn't a problem, go w/ the gooseneck set up. More stable. More room VS a bumper pull (well documented in the 5er forum/section). More weight on truck's axle. List goes on and on.

[JIMNLIN]

Agree with Russ....A GN LEQ makes sense for your needs.

Having pulled a bumper pull and a GN trailers for a living the bumper pull will be a will maneuver much easier than a long GN LEQ trailer.
If my wife can do it so can you.
LEQ horse trailers axle are placed farther aft which places more hitch weight on the truck than a conventional 5t wheel/GN trailer. Depending on how long of a trailer you want it may need a one ton DRW truck.
If your looking at a LEQ check out
clicky link...and other horse people forums.

[rhagfo]

With F350, why not get a 3 horse GN, with forward living quarters, likely can get one that will have nice living quarters, and not be much longer than your current BP horse trailer.

[WNYBob]

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