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Squattingdog
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Jul 15, 2018

2005 2WD 2500 Ram Crew Cab HD SLT SB Automatic Cummins

Hi, New here. We're thinking about purchasing a 5th wheeler and do some traveling for about a year or so. I would like to know if my truck is capable of safely pulling a 5th wheel, then we'll know ...
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Squattingdog
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Jul 19, 2018
So, for example, will my truck handle something like this safely? I assume not.

A 2014 Grand Design Solitude. Approximate Dimensions: Length: 35.92 ft; Width: 8.42 ft. (101 in.); Height: 12.92 ft. (155 in.)

Weight: Dry Weight: 12,650 lbs;
Payload Capacity: 3,250 lbs;
GVWR: 16,000 lbs;
Hitch Weight: 2,600 lbs.

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