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Hdrider · Hdrider

I realize the popular Ram's are either the 3500 or the 5500 but we are looking at a 5th wheel that is borderline to much for a 3500 (probably really over) but certainly under what a 5500 can handle. Today I called a dealer to inquire about a 55oo and told him roughly what weight's we would be towing and he to...

Barb and Frank · Barb and Frank

I’m getting ready to replace my truck tires with Michelin Defenders. I’ve read on this forum, and others, that the LTX M/S2’s are the way to go. Is there any reason to consider (or not) the Michelin Defenders AT 2’s? We tow with a 3500 Ram DRW pulling an 18,000 pound Landmark. Also, is it necessary to...

Hazel · Hazel

Anyone out there tow a Toyota Prius?

Cyride · Cyride

After much consideration I ordered our truck today. My wife told me she wanted either a black truck or a white truck. Knowing how much I enjoy washing vehicles I order it in Oxford White! Ended up getting a 2018 Ford F350 DRW 4x4. It was a tough choice between the Ford and the Ram but I feel confident I w...

CandR · CandR

Has anyone out there purchased and used the Automated Safety Hitch for towing a 5th wheel? I've looked into it and it seems like there are a lot of positives in using it, even at the current cost. We're getting serious about buying our first 5th wheel and considering going full timing so I'd like some i...

Rob_Fla · Rob_Fla

We recently replaced our 2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD Truck with a 2018 RAM 3500, we ordered it with a 4:10 Axle Ratio and Air Ride Rear Suspension. I am a long time GM fan, this is my first Chrysler product and so far it has exceeded our expectations. Ordered and installed the "Puck" mounting brackets for our C...

Rob_Fla · Rob_Fla

Just wanted to post a update on our 2018 RAM 3500. We have had it almost had it a year now and have put 25,000 miles on it during our first year of ownership. I have always been a die hard GM fan for many years having owned many GM cars and trucks including a several GM Duramax trucks. Our GM Duramax trucks were...

CraigAs · CraigAs

We have a 2017 F350 Super Duty Crew Cab Long Box truck. The top of the bed rails is about 60" when empty. We just purchased a 2008 Domani and the owner is delivering it to us as we do not have the 5er hitch mounted yet. He is throwing in his 22K Reese hitch. In measuring everything I could, I see that it might be a...

Cyride · Cyride

Our new truck should be here this week. I have been looking at extended warranties, which are actually service contracts, and would like some input on whether to go with the Ford ESP contract or a contract from CNA National that is sold by our dealer. The Ford ESP product will cover the truck for a m...

2014Sierra · 2014Sierra

Recently I was in the market for a new 3500 dually GMC or Chevy (I have been a general motors guy my whole life.) all I kept hearing is if you want that you can't have this. What I am looking for; general motors, capable of towing 20,000 lb. 5th wheel, 8' box, extended cab / not crew cab, (only my wife and I)sho...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

I'm not too confidant in the news source, but there is a story out there that Fiat is possibly going to do away with Chrysler. The story at the link below says nothing about "selling the Chrysler Group off," so I wonder if they will just drop the brand. The story does speak of them keeping the Jeep brand b...

TonyM · TonyM

Hello. I have been following this forum for over a year and have found it very informative. I recently purchased a truck with a hauler bed and all of the locks use the CH751 key. Most of them are compression latches with T- handles. Have any of you with this setup replaced these with those with a unique key...

Cyride · Cyride

I'm looking closely at a couple of 2018 Ford diesel DRW 4X4 trucks. One has the 3:55 and the other has the 4:10 rear end. The 3:55 specs indicate it will tow up to 27,000 and the 4:10 specs show it will tow up to 31,300 for Gooseneck towing but the specs for 5th wheel hitch rating is limited to 27,000 for bot...

dmkimm · dmkimm

Just curious how many of you tow with an HDT or class 8 tractor? We recently made the switch to a 2005 Freightliner Century after tiring of being at 100% capacity with our RAM 3500 dually, what a difference in control, comfort and stopping ability.

Barb and Frank · Barb and Frank

We have a 2016 Ram 3500 DRW with 22,000 miles, and the front tires show considerable wear on the outside. We are researching replacement tires and would like to know what tires others are successfully using -and where to purchase. We tow an 18,000 pound Heartland Landmark 5th wheel. We are looking...

AlanB · AlanB

As a potential purchaser of a 5th Wheel and an appropriate pickup (TV) to tow it, I have the following question. A lot of posts say to buy the 5th wheel first then match the TV to it, ensuring that all relevant load factors are covered – GVWR, GCGVWR, RAWR, etc, etc. I have no issues with that logic. Othe...

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

OK, we now have our fifth wheel, it is a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS, we are getting rid of our too small 2008 Ford F250 6.4L Turbo Diesel and in the market for a (not new, but recent model) Ford F350 6.7L Turbo Diesel Dually. The Bighorn has a dry weight of 12,800 pounds and a GVWR of 16,000. Once we have the truck w...

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

We found our tow vehicle now....we bought a 2015 Ford F350 DRW 6.7l diesel. Our fifth wheel is weight rated at 16,000 pounds and we have decided on the B&W Companion RVK3300 (20k hitch that fits the factory puck system in the F350). I see them out there now for $997 pretty much everywhere I look. W...

RonC · RonC

I didn’t want a dually truck. Like most people, I imagined many issues with the width. Most of that was unfounded, I assumed it would not go thru car washes and drive thru‘s. The fact is that if your SRW truck MIRRORS will fit, then a dually will fit. Another fact is that a dually is a superior towing ve...

Neil and Connie · Neil and Connie

The front tires on my 5500HD are wearing unevenly…both are wearing more on the outside edge. I run the factory recommended air pressure and the alignment is not off according to the RAM dealer. Bill Napier and I were talking about this today…and he suggested that flipping them might be the answer to eq...

Cattntitans · Cattntitans

Hoping some of you out there can shed some light on this particular fifth wheel hitch. It is the Blue Ox Super Duty model 6200 that we would be installing in GMC Sierra 3500. Our RV service center in Huntsville AL recommends it but I can't seem to find many reviews online anywhere. Which leads me to believ...

Ronjohn99 · Ronjohn99

Has anyone towed this model? What tow vehicle do you use? We currently have a 2008 Ford F250 6.4l Turbo Diesel with airbags and are wondering if anyone has real life experience to share.

Jumpmaster · Jumpmaster

I am in the research phase of RV'ing and looking for some answers/help. I am almost 100% going with 3/4 or 1 ton truck and slide in camper. I am planning of buying the truck brand new and have bought trucks in the past but not for campers. I know about weight and box sizes but I am looking for assistance with a...

ChefMom · ChefMom

Can anyone tell me what make and model truck, 2500, diesel, with crew cab has the greatest towing capacity? Did I word that correctly? Not sure.

Gregk · Gregk

We have a New Horizon Majestic that is being built. I also have ordered a Ram 5500 w/ Hauler bed on order from Tom Martin at Classy Chassis. We will not be full timing but will spend extended time out, returning home periodically. My question relates to generator storage in one of the front compartments...

coldcash57 · coldcash57

I would prefer to have a truck rated for 12,500 GVWR for safety. I've never owned a full size truck in my life, but just in looking at some of the Trailer Life towing guides I'm starting to discover that I need either a heavy 3/4 ton or even a 1-ton. A friend of mine told me that the cheapest route would be to go...

Barb and Frank · Barb and Frank

Hi Everyone - My name is Barb, and hubby is Frank and this is my first post. Frank is retired, and I will retire in a couple of years. We've owned a couple of TT's in the past and we plan on replacing our current TT with a fifth-wheel soon. We will also need to purchase a new tow vehicle. We plan on purchas...

the Parentals · the Parentals

We currently tow a 21.5 ft. fifth-wheel trailer with a Ram 2500 that has an 8-foot box. We're looking to replace the truck and wondering if we need to have a long box or if a short one works as well for pulling a fifth wheel. I would appreciate any insight from the experience of others. Thanks.

7point3diesel · 7point3diesel

TRUCK: 1997 F-250 Heavy Duty 7.3L Powerstroke 4x4. There seems to be lots of detailed information about weight (dry v. loaded, what the truck's rated at, etc). According to Ford, provided I'm reading the document right, the GCWR for a 1997 4x4 manual 7.3L F-250 is 20,000lbs & 14,000 trailer weig...

ahull · ahull

Sorry if this is long…attempt will be made to make this organized, short, and concise as possible. What I will attempt is combine my research & opinion on the topic of F350 vs F450 in DRW configuration for 2015 & 2016 model years.Background & AcknowledgementI have a degree in Mechanica...

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	Ram 4500 (Preview) I realize the popular Ram's are either the 3500 or the 5500 but we are looking at a 5th wheel that is borderline to much for a 3500 (probably really over) but certainly under what a 5500 can handle. Today I called a dealer to inquire about a 55oo and told him roughly what weight's we would be towing and he to...	Hdrider	25	548	06:44 AM Oct 15, 2018 by Cummins12V98
	Michelin Defenders Question (Preview) I’m getting ready to replace my truck tires with Michelin Defenders. I’ve read on this forum, and others, that the LTX M/S2’s are the way to go. Is there any reason to consider (or not) the Michelin Defenders AT 2’s? We tow with a 3500 Ram DRW pulling an 18,000 pound Landmark. Also, is it necessary to...	Barb and Frank	12	445	06:28 AM Oct 10, 2018 by Cummins12V98
	Toyota Prius (closed) (Preview) Anyone out there tow a Toyota Prius?	Hazel	8	851	09:34 PM Oct 2, 2018 by Howard
	Open or Limited Slip differential (Preview) After much consideration I ordered our truck today. My wife told me she wanted either a black truck or a white truck. Knowing how much I enjoy washing vehicles I order it in Oxford White! Ended up getting a 2018 Ford F350 DRW 4x4. It was a tough choice between the Ford and the Ram but I feel confident I w...	Cyride	20	1081	01:51 AM Sep 27, 2018 by dovenson
	Automated Safety Hitch (closed) (Preview) Has anyone out there purchased and used the Automated Safety Hitch for towing a 5th wheel? I've looked into it and it seems like there are a lot of positives in using it, even at the current cost. We're getting serious about buying our first 5th wheel and considering going full timing so I'd like some i...	CandR	14	3487	11:20 AM Sep 24, 2018 by Terry and Jo
	2018 RAM (Preview) We recently replaced our 2012 GMC Sierra 3500HD Truck with a 2018 RAM 3500, we ordered it with a 4:10 Axle Ratio and Air Ride Rear Suspension. I am a long time GM fan, this is my first Chrysler product and so far it has exceeded our expectations. Ordered and installed the "Puck" mounting brackets for our C...	Rob_Fla	37	2259	07:06 PM Sep 20, 2018 by Rob_Fla
	2018 RAM 3500 Update (Preview) Just wanted to post a update on our 2018 RAM 3500. We have had it almost had it a year now and have put 25,000 miles on it during our first year of ownership. I have always been a die hard GM fan for many years having owned many GM cars and trucks including a several GM Duramax trucks. Our GM Duramax trucks were...	Rob_Fla	6	219	04:22 PM Sep 4, 2018 by Bill and Linda
	Bed rail clearance? (Preview) We have a 2017 F350 Super Duty Crew Cab Long Box truck. The top of the bed rails is about 60" when empty. We just purchased a 2008 Domani and the owner is delivering it to us as we do not have the 5er hitch mounted yet. He is throwing in his 22K Reese hitch. In measuring everything I could, I see that it might be a...	CraigAs	6	271	09:25 AM Aug 30, 2018 by Dave and Denise
	Extended Warranties for tow vehicles (Preview) Our new truck should be here this week. I have been looking at extended warranties, which are actually service contracts, and would like some input on whether to go with the Ford ESP contract or a contract from CNA National that is sold by our dealer. The Ford ESP product will cover the truck for a m...	Cyride	5	280	07:26 PM Jul 17, 2018 by Terry and Jo
	HELP, THIS IS JUST TO TIRING..... (Preview) Recently I was in the market for a new 3500 dually GMC or Chevy (I have been a general motors guy my whole life.) all I kept hearing is if you want that you can't have this. What I am looking for; general motors, capable of towing 20,000 lb. 5th wheel, 8' box, extended cab / not crew cab, (only my wife and I)sho...	2014Sierra	38	2022	04:26 AM Jun 3, 2018 by Rob_Fla
	Questions About the Future of Ram Pickups (Preview) I'm not too confidant in the news source, but there is a story out there that Fiat is possibly going to do away with Chrysler. The story at the link below says nothing about "selling the Chrysler Group off," so I wonder if they will just drop the brand. The story does speak of them keeping the Jeep brand b...	Terry and Jo	9	606	03:59 PM Jun 2, 2018 by Cummins12V98
	Hauler Bed Compression Locks (Preview) Hello. I have been following this forum for over a year and have found it very informative. I recently purchased a truck with a hauler bed and all of the locks use the CH751 key. Most of them are compression latches with T- handles. Have any of you with this setup replaced these with those with a unique key...	TonyM	11	720	06:33 AM Apr 28, 2018 by TonyM
	2018 Ford Diesel 3:55 or 4:10 (Preview) I'm looking closely at a couple of 2018 Ford diesel DRW 4X4 trucks. One has the 3:55 and the other has the 4:10 rear end. The 3:55 specs indicate it will tow up to 27,000 and the 4:10 specs show it will tow up to 31,300 for Gooseneck towing but the specs for 5th wheel hitch rating is limited to 27,000 for bot...	Cyride	12	697	05:23 PM Apr 16, 2018 by Zeek
	How many tow with an HDT? (Preview) Just curious how many of you tow with an HDT or class 8 tractor? We recently made the switch to a 2005 Freightliner Century after tiring of being at 100% capacity with our RAM 3500 dually, what a difference in control, comfort and stopping ability.	dmkimm	6	615	10:52 AM Apr 4, 2018 by Glenn West
	Replacing Truck Tires (Preview) We have a 2016 Ram 3500 DRW with 22,000 miles, and the front tires show considerable wear on the outside. We are researching replacement tires and would like to know what tires others are successfully using -and where to purchase. We tow an 18,000 pound Heartland Landmark 5th wheel. We are looking...	Barb and Frank	16	1134	05:25 PM Mar 27, 2018 by rocketman
	How to avoid a costly problem with mis-matched TV and 5th Wheel (Preview) As a potential purchaser of a 5th Wheel and an appropriate pickup (TV) to tow it, I have the following question. A lot of posts say to buy the 5th wheel first then match the TV to it, ensuring that all relevant load factors are covered – GVWR, GCGVWR, RAWR, etc, etc. I have no issues with that logic. Othe...	AlanB	10	736	03:56 PM Mar 16, 2018 by LarryW21
	Anderson Fifth Wheel Hitch (Preview) OK, we now have our fifth wheel, it is a 2016 Bighorn 3570RS, we are getting rid of our too small 2008 Ford F250 6.4L Turbo Diesel and in the market for a (not new, but recent model) Ford F350 6.7L Turbo Diesel Dually. The Bighorn has a dry weight of 12,800 pounds and a GVWR of 16,000. Once we have the truck w...	Ronjohn99	16	1610	07:55 AM Mar 2, 2018 by Zeek
	B&W Hitch (Preview) We found our tow vehicle now....we bought a 2015 Ford F350 DRW 6.7l diesel. Our fifth wheel is weight rated at 16,000 pounds and we have decided on the B&W Companion RVK3300 (20k hitch that fits the factory puck system in the F350). I see them out there now for $997 pretty much everywhere I look. W...	Ronjohn99	3	696	01:25 AM Feb 22, 2018 by dovenson
	Dually Trucks (Preview) I didn’t want a dually truck. Like most people, I imagined many issues with the width. Most of that was unfounded, I assumed it would not go thru car washes and drive thru‘s. The fact is that if your SRW truck MIRRORS will fit, then a dually will fit. Another fact is that a dually is a superior towing ve...	RonC	23	1814	08:52 PM Feb 18, 2018 by Zeek
	RAM 5500HD tires flippable? (Preview) The front tires on my 5500HD are wearing unevenly…both are wearing more on the outside edge. I run the factory recommended air pressure and the alignment is not off according to the RAM dealer. Bill Napier and I were talking about this today…and he suggested that flipping them might be the answer to eq...	Neil and Connie	8	856	03:35 PM Jan 25, 2018 by Rickl
	Blue Ox f'er hitch??? (Preview) Hoping some of you out there can shed some light on this particular fifth wheel hitch. It is the Blue Ox Super Duty model 6200 that we would be installing in GMC Sierra 3500. Our RV service center in Huntsville AL recommends it but I can't seem to find many reviews online anywhere. Which leads me to believ...	Cattntitans	5	801	07:11 PM Jan 17, 2018 by rocketman
	2016 Bighorn 3570RS (Preview) Has anyone towed this model? What tow vehicle do you use? We currently have a 2008 Ford F250 6.4l Turbo Diesel with airbags and are wondering if anyone has real life experience to share.	Ronjohn99	4	1003	05:08 PM Dec 29, 2017 by Cummins12V98
	Future RV'er doing research (Preview) I am in the research phase of RV'ing and looking for some answers/help. I am almost 100% going with 3/4 or 1 ton truck and slide in camper. I am planning of buying the truck brand new and have bought trucks in the past but not for campers. I know about weight and box sizes but I am looking for assistance with a...	Jumpmaster	4	1017	03:31 PM Dec 8, 2017 by LarryW21
	2500 Diesel Crew Cab (Preview) Can anyone tell me what make and model truck, 2500, diesel, with crew cab has the greatest towing capacity? Did I word that correctly? Not sure.	ChefMom	46	3561	09:51 AM Nov 4, 2017 by Cummins12V98
	Question for Ram 5500 Owners (Preview) We have a New Horizon Majestic that is being built. I also have ordered a Ram 5500 w/ Hauler bed on order from Tom Martin at Classy Chassis. We will not be full timing but will spend extended time out, returning home periodically. My question relates to generator storage in one of the front compartments...	Gregk	6	1188	10:56 AM Oct 7, 2017 by Bill and Linda
	Best vehicle to tow trailer 10,500 GVWR (Preview) I would prefer to have a truck rated for 12,500 GVWR for safety. I've never owned a full size truck in my life, but just in looking at some of the Trailer Life towing guides I'm starting to discover that I need either a heavy 3/4 ton or even a 1-ton. A friend of mine told me that the cheapest route would be to go...	coldcash57	22	2314	07:49 PM Oct 3, 2017 by Terry and Jo
	Tow Vehicle - Ram 3500 (Preview) Hi Everyone - My name is Barb, and hubby is Frank and this is my first post. Frank is retired, and I will retire in a couple of years. We've owned a couple of TT's in the past and we plan on replacing our current TT with a fifth-wheel soon. We will also need to purchase a new tow vehicle. We plan on purchas...	Barb and Frank	40	4185	08:04 PM Sep 30, 2017 by RonC
	Long or Short Box? long box short box (Preview) We currently tow a 21.5 ft. fifth-wheel trailer with a Ram 2500 that has an 8-foot box. We're looking to replace the truck and wondering if we need to have a long box or if a short one works as well for pulling a fifth wheel. I would appreciate any insight from the experience of others. Thanks.	the Parentals	12	1126	08:22 AM Sep 29, 2017 by rocketman
	Can my truck handle a Fifth Wheel? (closed) tow suspension weight (Preview) TRUCK: 1997 F-250 Heavy Duty 7.3L Powerstroke 4x4. There seems to be lots of detailed information about weight (dry v. loaded, what the truck's rated at, etc). According to Ford, provided I'm reading the document right, the GCWR for a 1997 4x4 manual 7.3L F-250 is 20,000lbs & 14,000 trailer weig...	7point3diesel	10	3487	05:06 AM Sep 21, 2017 by GloriaCessna
	Ford F350 vs. F450 Comparison ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Sorry if this is long…attempt will be made to make this organized, short, and concise as possible. What I will attempt is combine my research & opinion on the topic of F350 vs F450 in DRW configuration for 2015 & 2016 model years.Background & AcknowledgementI have a degree in Mechanica...	ahull	59	21246	10:07 PM Aug 29, 2017 by Terry and Jo
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