Older Tow Truck

[TimbBerWolf]

Hello

Long time lurker and decided to join to ask for some help.

I have a 2006 Ford F150 larite 4X4 supercab 5.4 eng with a 3.73 rear end. I currently have 89,000 miles. Payload capacity is 1485.

I have had this truck since it was new and have always maintained it. In fact in preparation of towing with it I added an increase transmission oil pan capacity along with an exterior transmission cooler. I also added an increased oil capacity cover on the differential with a drain plug. I changed the oils in both the transmission and rear end to synthetic. I also run "E" rated tires.

Problem
I currently have a 2011 Heartland Caliber 265RLS with a GVWR of 8600 (lb) which I feel is too heavy for my truck I don't like towing it. I run a Reese WDH. I feel like the trailer is pushing the truck around.

Solution ??

buy a new 3/4 ton truck really don't want to spend $40K - $50K on a truck. (although deep down I really love to have a new truck 🙂 )

OR

Purchase a lighter trailer for say $30K and keep our truck we like the Grand Design 2250RK GVWR 6995 (lb).

Question

Is the Grand Design 2250RK the right trailer? I know math wise it should be no problem. I'm also aware some people will always say a 3/4 ton would be much better.

What say YOU all?

What if anything should I do to my current truck tow this weight if anything.

[WNYBob]

I agree your current TT is more than I would want. I have a 19.5 that comes in at 4700 loaded. Plenty of TT for my truck. (See profile)
I've looked at the GD 245RLS which runs around 6000 nice trailer, but pushing it.
I got turned off by the Luan behind the fiberglas, prone to delamination!
Why don't the all use Asdel backing. I'd be willing to pay more for it.

[colliehauler]

Everyone's comfort level towing is different. I had a half ton and did not care for the ride and handling when towing. I purchased a one ton and was much more comfortable. Like someone else said you can purchase a used truck for a dedicated tow vehicle and keep yours as a daily driver. Only you know what will work best for your situation.

I had two 98 Dodge trucks a half ton, and 1 ton dually when I first started RV'ing that same year.

[MFL]

Everyone has a different comfort level when towing. A HD truck will work better for that size trailer, but you will still know/feel the trailer is back there. Not much more you can do with current truck, except make sure the E tires are properly inflated for the load, and the WDH is set up correctly. A high quality WDH can make a difference in your towing experience.

Jerry

[time2roll]

Why does it seem too big? Power issue, go 4.56 gears. Sway issues? Braking?

[Trackrig]

You don't have to buy NEW units.

I tow an 8600# TT with a 2005 Ford F250 4X4 6.0 diesel. That is all I want to tow with my truck. I wouldn't want to tow that much weight with your truck.

Bill