Another truck and camper match question...

brholt wrote:

Grit dog wrote:
You don't mention if you are looking for a new or used truck. As stated, the cost difference between 2500 and 3500 srw trucks is negligible, as is the advantage, other than heavier rear springs.
Take that into account when purchasing, as you can upgrade a 2500 to 3500 capacity (real world, not gvwr stickers) for $500 or less.
I would get a 3500 in an apples to apples comparison just because bigger is better but not at much of a cost premium.
This is more important if buying used because you want to get the most truck for your $. Since the chassis and running gear are the same save for added rear suspension capacity.
IMO focus on miles, maint records and condition for a used truck more than the badges on the fender.
My other reccomendation would be to get a long bed truck if the camper will fit it. More stable with the longer wheelbase and less rear overhang on the camper.
An 825 is a pretty light camper so you're good either way though.

This used to be true but not so much anymore in the new trucks. For example, in Dodge you get a different suspension between the 3/4 ton and the one ton. In Ford, 3/4 ton diesels get vacuum braked, one ton get hydro boost.

That's interesting about the Ford diesels. I'll have to check out the trucks here at the job. Begs the question why Ford would add another component, vacuum pump, in that mess under the hood. That there would be enough to get a 350 over a 250 PStroke if going Ford.
Yes Ram has 3 completely different suspensions in their HD pickups now. Leafs, coils or air. Same with transmissions. Currently the 2500 diesel is the 68rfe only and the 3500 is diesels are the 68 or the Aisin.....or the G56 but I think both models still are offers with a G56.
My point was the drivetrains and chassis are the same save for the rear suspension so I wouldn't get hung up on 2500 vs 3500 if I found the right used truck.
Thx for the clarification.