โOct-01-2020 03:44 PM
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โOct-06-2020 01:39 AM
We'll See wrote:PastorCharlie wrote:
My recommendation would be to go with a pre 2002 F350 7.3 Diesel or a post 2016 F350 6.7 Diesel both with crew cabs, 4X4, long bed with bed caps. They will give you abundant inside space with comfortable ride and lots of storage in bed as tremendous towing and cargo numbers. A dually would be tops.
OP bought a trailer that will likely be 6,500 to 7,000 loaded and here comes the diesel dually comment.
To the OP, I recommend you get a late model Ford Expedition with the 3.5 eco boost and make sure it has the max trailer package. That engine will tow your load better than other gas 3/4 ton vehicle especially in the mountains. You do not need a 3/4 ton just make sure your expedition is properly equipped. And your family will be much more comfortable in three rows versus any crew cab pickup, especially as they grow older.
โOct-05-2020 04:51 PM
PastorCharlie wrote:
My recommendation would be to go with a pre 2002 F350 7.3 Diesel or a post 2016 F350 6.7 Diesel both with crew cabs, 4X4, long bed with bed caps. They will give you abundant inside space with comfortable ride and lots of storage in bed as tremendous towing and cargo numbers. A dually would be tops.
โOct-05-2020 10:16 AM
eherber wrote:
Well, we bought a 2019 Dodge Ram Tradesman, HD 2500 4x4 off road package. It's a beast. It'll more than tow my TT thankfully. I said I would never buy a Dodge, and I did. I'm not ashamed. My wife is awful fond of it too, and I want her to be comfortable in it. If we do the across country trips, I need her to feel comfortable.
Thanks again for all the advice. I did a lot of researching and inquiry based on suggestions you all gave me. It's much appreciated.
โOct-05-2020 09:54 AM
32vld wrote:
all wheel drive is not good as 4WD.
โOct-05-2020 06:35 AM
โOct-04-2020 09:12 AM
โOct-04-2020 03:12 AM
Groover wrote:
Probably the new Ford Transit. When it was designed to replace the Econoline series the emphasis was shifted to interior comfort, convenience, fuel economy and weight carrying at the expense of the bulky and heavy frame needed for trailer pulling. For 2020 the passenger version of the van carried a maximum tow rating of 4,500lbs where the old E350 was rated for 9,900lbs.
โOct-03-2020 01:09 PM
โOct-03-2020 11:05 AM
โOct-03-2020 10:20 AM
Groover wrote:
Probably the new Ford Transit. When it was designed to replace the Econoline series the emphasis was shifted to interior comfort, convenience, fuel economy and weight carrying at the expense of the bulky and heavy frame needed for trailer pulling. For 2020 the passenger version of the van carried a maximum tow rating of 4,500lbs where the old E350 was rated for 9,900lbs.
โOct-03-2020 08:34 AM
Geo*Boy wrote:valhalla360 wrote:Geo*Boy wrote:
The van we are recommending is a proven van that has been used for years in commercial applications, including towing duties and were never front wheel drive.
Even some of the 3/4ton vans are front wheel drive.
Just pointing out that 3/4 ton by itself doesn't mean it's a good option.
Can you let us know what the manufacturer/model 3/4 ton van you are referring to, so the OP stays away from them?
โOct-03-2020 06:54 AM
โOct-03-2020 06:16 AM
valhalla360 wrote:Geo*Boy wrote:
The van we are recommending is a proven van that has been used for years in commercial applications, including towing duties and were never front wheel drive.
Even some of the 3/4ton vans are front wheel drive.
Just pointing out that 3/4 ton by itself doesn't mean it's a good option.