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H308 · H308

My new dodge dually. I got an awesome deal on this 2011 Laramie.

Delaine and Lindy · Delaine and Lindy

Update on the 2012 Chevy 3500HD, ordered the Duraflaps (mud flaps) and mounted them yesterday. The 2012 now is complete, I always run the Duraflaps, which have the Reining Horse stainless steel on the bottom. I had to make some changes to fit the CM Hauler Bed. Will post a pic when the Sun returns...

Kerry · Kerry

Hi to all. My wife & I are fulltime wannabes, looking to make the move this year. We are seriously looking at a New Horizons Majestic 5ver in the 39-42 ft range (i.e HEAVY) and are looking to get a 2012 Ford F450 as our tow vehicle. I have been reading this and other forums with regards to Pickup vs MDT...

Cosmo · Cosmo

Did a search but didn't find the information. I am interested in purchasing a pretty heavy 5er (20,000 # GVWR) and was wondering if I decided to go MDT (Sport Chassis...etc) or HDT (converted Volvo 610...etc) if it would require a Class A license. Thanks

MissBehavin · MissBehavin

Some time back my late partner and myself owned a Golden Falcon fifth wheel which we towed with a Freightliner FL112. Never had a minutes problem with either truck or trailer. I understand Glendale is now out of business, So no more Golden Falcons. They built a great trailer. I am now considering going...

lindy · lindy

I asked this question on another forum but didn't really get a definitive answer. It seemed most were talking weekend/vacation camping. We won't be boondocking per say, and are currently Resorts of Distinction members so will be utilizing this a lot. We're looking at a Mobile Suites in the 36 or...

greenhorn · greenhorn

well , I located a new to me tow vehicle .. its a 2008 Chevy 3500 crew cab LT 4x4 with a Duramax Allison combo. Im a Chevy guy but can anyone give me some input on issues if any with this model ? Our fiver is 2010 Gulf Stream 36.5' Maco. cheers A and J

johncrenshaw · johncrenshaw

How/why would the decision on which tow truck to use be so hard to make? We are pretty much settled on the fifth wheel we prefer and that being a Cameo 37KS3. We may have to adjust that some if we can find a super clean used unit but this is our target. I have owned trucks my whole life and have had a few Ford an...

BenMary · BenMary

Good morning!! So we are looking at 2 trucks and wanted to get opinions. 1.) 2004 Ford F250 6.0 engine diesel 115,000 miles 2.) 2003 Chevy 2500 6-0 engine gas 77,000 miles We are pulling a ultra light 5th wheel about 7000# Thoughts??

DorisandDave · DorisandDave

So we left Indiana on 5 Aug en-route to Grand Junction Colorado. We decided to detour down into Kansas just off I70 and pay a surprise visit to our kids and grand kids. When we left there on 17 Aug, I was getting a little worried about the truck performance and climbing up over Vail. Now mind you, we have n...

FOSJ · FOSJ

Joan and I are going full time March 2012. Since we've moved into the DP we no longer have a garage for the toys (2 harleys and a jeep). We're considering a trailer large enough to carry both with us, probably 25'-30'. We intend to workamp and will be set up in one place for 3-6 months before moving along to o...

RickandJanice · RickandJanice

We have a 2006 F350 6.0L diesel. While we had multiple problems with a new 2003, we have had no problems with this one since we bought it new in 2006. Granted we only have 34000 miles on it, but this is almost all towing miles. I have heard that by 2005, most of the problems were fixed, but still here of som...

nikkib4fl · nikkib4fl

Any information or comments?

mward3 · mward3

I have a couple of questions about the electric brake controllers. First, which controller do you all consider to be the better ones to use. Second, I have one in my truck now, if I get a new one do they generally hook up the same way or do they come with different connectors that need new wiring? Thanks for...

Blythe N Chuck · Blythe N Chuck

Please forgive me if this has been asked before. I didn't see it but could have missed it. We are trying to understand weights...and while my husband and I are rather inelegant people we are not wrapping our heads around this. We are currently looking at used Class A's...both Diesel and Gas. We know t...

kbfbn3ks · kbfbn3ks

just want to make sure we have it right towing with an 08 Aspen with tow rating of 5950. We also found another stat that read max trail weight 5750, the curb weight is 4900, max GVWR is 6650 With our family of 5/6 we are, of course, trying to get the roomiest TT with the lightest weight. While we initially w...

Neil and Connie · Neil and Connie

So how does one know whether a particular road is okay to drive down before driving down it and seeing the low clearance or max bridge weight signs? Obviously one will know your rig is 12 ft 7 in or whatever and that your gross pickup and 5ver weight is 25,300 or whatever so that isn't a real issue. Is ther...

burdy · burdy

I'm planning on putting a double scooter carrier on the back of my 2008 Georgrtown MH. I feel it might be better than pulling around another vehickle. Does any one think I will run into problems with this idea. I figure my better half and I can ride out 20 to 30 miles out into the surrounding area to see the s...

Delaine and Lindy · Delaine and Lindy

Well we decided to downsize Trucks, so we sold the Freightliner M2 and bought a 2011 Chevy 3500HD, DRWs. We decided with the climate in the County it was time we quit double towing, we were 75' and most States the length is 65'. So went back to the Chevy 3500HD. We have a Trailer Saver air ride hitch o...

Waggin Tails · Waggin Tails

Gonna have to make a decision on my truck pretty soon. We've already decided on the fifth wheel (Montana 3400RL) so we know we are towing 15,700 loaded. We have pretty much decided on a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel quad cab or maybe mega cab. We were pretty sure we would go with DRW and 4X4. Here is the data fro...

Waggin Tails · Waggin Tails

It seems like the most common location for brake control units is to the right of the steering wheel and low. While I can still reach my brake control unit, it is difficult to see. Other than testing the emergency control lever, I not had to reach for it while towing. However, due to currrent location, i...

RVDude · RVDude

Found this informative tutorial and spreadsheet for calculating the true towability of a truck/trailer combo. A real help for buyers. Might even be worth running through even if you think you have this topic all sewed up... Happy towing... http://www.klenger.net/arctic-fox/weight -- Edited b...

Waggin Tails · Waggin Tails

Made my final decision on a tow vehicle. Am I crazy? Take a look. 2008 Dodge 3500 DRW Diesel. Next week I negoatiate a deal. Gonna be pulling a 2006 Montana 3475RL assuming I can work a deal with PPL.

Over55 · Over55

My wife and I are looking at getting a Ford F350 dually to tow a Montana 5th wheel. For a lot of you folks it may be a no-brainer but I have zero experience with a diesel engine and all the required maintenance. We plan on being full-timers starting in 2012. Ford offers a 6.2L V8 gas engine that looks like it w...

RVPAINTER · RVPAINTER

IS ANYONE OUT THERE TOWING (ALL 4 DOWN) A STANDARD SHIFT MINI COOPER?

phyllen · phyllen

We loved our 2006 F250 when we first bought it. After having the thing for three years or so we started with the problems. The engine air cooler split three times. The second time Ford replaced the engine, radiator, hoses, etc. The new engine never pulled as well as the original. We started worryi...

fritz · fritz

I have a V8 Chevy Trailblazer with (GCWR) of 12,000lbs. & TT (GVW) of 4950lbs. Both added together is 17,450lbs. Is this too much weght? How much lighter should I go to be safe? There is a max. tow vehicle wt of 6500lbs. Am I adding the right weights together?

Rusty · Rusty

Has anyone converted from a fifthwheel style hitch to a goosneck with a ball ? Looking for input

Rusty · Rusty

Do you think with the rise in fuel, that it will flood the market with used pickups ???

Team Murc · Team Murc

We have purchased a new tow vehicle!! GMC Sierra 2500hd Duramax Diesel 4x4 crew cab SLT. Bad news is we will have to wait 8 weeks for delivery. Can't wait till spring!!! -- Edited by Team Murc on Monday 14th of February 2011 06:52:18 PM

Topic		Started By	Replies	Views	Last Post
	My new 2011 dodge dually 3500 (Preview) My new dodge dually. I got an awesome deal on this 2011 Laramie.	H308	15	4061	08:00 PM Mar 4, 2012 by Byrdy
	2012 Chevy 3500HD DRW's (Preview) Update on the 2012 Chevy 3500HD, ordered the Duraflaps (mud flaps) and mounted them yesterday. The 2012 now is complete, I always run the Duraflaps, which have the Reining Horse stainless steel on the bottom. I had to make some changes to fit the CM Hauler Bed. Will post a pic when the Sun returns...	Delaine and Lindy	31	4133	02:56 PM Dec 31, 2011 by Jack Mayer
	Tow Vehicle & Trailer Brakes (Preview) Hi to all. My wife & I are fulltime wannabes, looking to make the move this year. We are seriously looking at a New Horizons Majestic 5ver in the 39-42 ft range (i.e HEAVY) and are looking to get a 2012 Ford F450 as our tow vehicle. I have been reading this and other forums with regards to Pickup vs MDT...	Kerry	8	2208	07:52 PM Dec 23, 2011 by Jack Mayer
	Commercial license requirements (Preview) Did a search but didn't find the information. I am interested in purchasing a pretty heavy 5er (20,000 # GVWR) and was wondering if I decided to go MDT (Sport Chassis...etc) or HDT (converted Volvo 610...etc) if it would require a Class A license. Thanks	Cosmo	9	3755	07:33 PM Dec 21, 2011 by Terry and Jo
	Heavy duty tow truck. (Preview) Some time back my late partner and myself owned a Golden Falcon fifth wheel which we towed with a Freightliner FL112. Never had a minutes problem with either truck or trailer. I understand Glendale is now out of business, So no more Golden Falcons. They built a great trailer. I am now considering going...	MissBehavin	6	2061	07:25 PM Dec 17, 2011 by Jack Mayer
	4x4 or 2x4 dulley P/U (Preview) I asked this question on another forum but didn't really get a definitive answer. It seemed most were talking weekend/vacation camping. We won't be boondocking per say, and are currently Resorts of Distinction members so will be utilizing this a lot. We're looking at a Mobile Suites in the 36 or...	lindy	10	2311	07:41 AM Dec 6, 2011 by Delaine and Lindy
	tow vehicle (Preview) well , I located a new to me tow vehicle .. its a 2008 Chevy 3500 crew cab LT 4x4 with a Duramax Allison combo. Im a Chevy guy but can anyone give me some input on issues if any with this model ? Our fiver is 2010 Gulf Stream 36.5' Maco. cheers A and J	greenhorn	6	1735	10:32 AM Oct 30, 2011 by greenhorn
	Tow Truck (Preview) How/why would the decision on which tow truck to use be so hard to make? We are pretty much settled on the fifth wheel we prefer and that being a Cameo 37KS3. We may have to adjust that some if we can find a super clean used unit but this is our target. I have owned trucks my whole life and have had a few Ford an...	johncrenshaw	31	4047	07:48 PM Oct 8, 2011 by gpdshea
	What truck?? (Preview) Good morning!! So we are looking at 2 trucks and wanted to get opinions. 1.) 2004 Ford F250 6.0 engine diesel 115,000 miles 2.) 2003 Chevy 2500 6-0 engine gas 77,000 miles We are pulling a ultra light 5th wheel about 7000# Thoughts??	BenMary	1	1277	03:22 PM Sep 3, 2011 by RickandJanice
	Made it over the hill!! (Preview) So we left Indiana on 5 Aug en-route to Grand Junction Colorado. We decided to detour down into Kansas just off I70 and pay a surprise visit to our kids and grand kids. When we left there on 17 Aug, I was getting a little worried about the truck performance and climbing up over Vail. Now mind you, we have n...	DorisandDave	2	1279	11:27 AM Aug 23, 2011 by Delaine and Lindy
	What happens to the enclosed trailer when..... (Preview) Joan and I are going full time March 2012. Since we've moved into the DP we no longer have a garage for the toys (2 harleys and a jeep). We're considering a trailer large enough to carry both with us, probably 25'-30'. We intend to workamp and will be set up in one place for 3-6 months before moving along to o...	FOSJ	2	1231	12:18 PM Aug 19, 2011 by The Bear II
	2006 - 2007 Ford F350 6.0 Diesel Problems? (Preview) We have a 2006 F350 6.0L diesel. While we had multiple problems with a new 2003, we have had no problems with this one since we bought it new in 2006. Granted we only have 34000 miles on it, but this is almost all towing miles. I have heard that by 2005, most of the problems were fixed, but still here of som...	RickandJanice	9	33990	05:16 PM Aug 18, 2011 by Mallo
	Kia Soul as a Toad with a Class C? (Preview) Any information or comments?	nikkib4fl	4	6541	11:03 AM Jul 20, 2011 by nikkib4fl
	Electric Brake Controls (Preview) I have a couple of questions about the electric brake controllers. First, which controller do you all consider to be the better ones to use. Second, I have one in my truck now, if I get a new one do they generally hook up the same way or do they come with different connectors that need new wiring? Thanks for...	mward3	3	1146	07:19 AM Jul 17, 2011 by Waggin Tails
	Class A's GVW vs GCW??? GVW GCW weight Cargo weight towing (Preview) Please forgive me if this has been asked before. I didn't see it but could have missed it. We are trying to understand weights...and while my husband and I are rather inelegant people we are not wrapping our heads around this. We are currently looking at used Class A's...both Diesel and Gas. We know t...	Blythe N Chuck	13	10904	09:54 AM Jul 13, 2011 by Blythe N Chuck
	weight calculations - are we right? (Preview) just want to make sure we have it right towing with an 08 Aspen with tow rating of 5950. We also found another stat that read max trail weight 5750, the curb weight is 4900, max GVWR is 6650 With our family of 5/6 we are, of course, trying to get the roomiest TT with the lightest weight. While we initially w...	kbfbn3ks	4	2660	12:44 PM Jul 11, 2011 by Blythe N Chuck
	Height/Weight Restrictions (Preview) So how does one know whether a particular road is okay to drive down before driving down it and seeing the low clearance or max bridge weight signs? Obviously one will know your rig is 12 ft 7 in or whatever and that your gross pickup and 5ver weight is 25,300 or whatever so that isn't a real issue. Is ther...	Neil and Connie	6	3361	07:50 AM Jul 3, 2011 by Neil and Connie
	Scooter to get around (Preview) I'm planning on putting a double scooter carrier on the back of my 2008 Georgrtown MH. I feel it might be better than pulling around another vehickle. Does any one think I will run into problems with this idea. I figure my better half and I can ride out 20 to 30 miles out into the surrounding area to see the s...	burdy	4	1804	09:02 PM Jun 21, 2011 by NorCal Dan
	New Truck..... (Preview) Well we decided to downsize Trucks, so we sold the Freightliner M2 and bought a 2011 Chevy 3500HD, DRWs. We decided with the climate in the County it was time we quit double towing, we were 75' and most States the length is 65'. So went back to the Chevy 3500HD. We have a Trailer Saver air ride hitch o...	Delaine and Lindy	8	3297	08:47 AM May 26, 2011 by Jack Mayer
	Decisions Decisions 2008 Dodge 3500 Tow Rating (Preview) Gonna have to make a decision on my truck pretty soon. We've already decided on the fifth wheel (Montana 3400RL) so we know we are towing 15,700 loaded. We have pretty much decided on a 2008 Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel quad cab or maybe mega cab. We were pretty sure we would go with DRW and 4X4. Here is the data fro...	Waggin Tails	12	5795	08:00 PM May 10, 2011 by Waggin Tails
	Brake Control Location (Preview) It seems like the most common location for brake control units is to the right of the steering wheel and low. While I can still reach my brake control unit, it is difficult to see. Other than testing the emergency control lever, I not had to reach for it while towing. However, due to currrent location, i...	Waggin Tails	3	1814	03:02 PM May 8, 2011 by sirwinston21
	Calculator for tow vehicle and trailer (Preview) Found this informative tutorial and spreadsheet for calculating the true towability of a truck/trailer combo. A real help for buyers. Might even be worth running through even if you think you have this topic all sewed up... Happy towing... http://www.klenger.net/arctic-fox/weight -- Edited b...	RVDude	25	36275	03:20 PM Apr 22, 2011 by Terry and Jo
	Final Decision Time (Preview) Made my final decision on a tow vehicle. Am I crazy? Take a look. 2008 Dodge 3500 DRW Diesel. Next week I negoatiate a deal. Gonna be pulling a 2006 Montana 3475RL assuming I can work a deal with PPL.	Waggin Tails	8	2283	02:15 PM Apr 17, 2011 by mktobob
	Ford - Gas or Diesel (Preview) My wife and I are looking at getting a Ford F350 dually to tow a Montana 5th wheel. For a lot of you folks it may be a no-brainer but I have zero experience with a diesel engine and all the required maintenance. We plan on being full-timers starting in 2012. Ford offers a 6.2L V8 gas engine that looks like it w...	Over55	13	9307	03:48 PM Apr 8, 2011 by Racerguy
	Towing a Mimi Cooper?????? (Preview) IS ANYONE OUT THERE TOWING (ALL 4 DOWN) A STANDARD SHIFT MINI COOPER?	RVPAINTER	3	2401	08:10 AM Apr 7, 2011 by Paul Eskin
	Had to bite the bullet (Preview) We loved our 2006 F250 when we first bought it. After having the thing for three years or so we started with the problems. The engine air cooler split three times. The second time Ford replaced the engine, radiator, hoses, etc. The new engine never pulled as well as the original. We started worryi...	phyllen	4	2011	11:22 PM Mar 28, 2011 by Paul and Jo
	weight of tow vehicle & TT (Preview) I have a V8 Chevy Trailblazer with (GCWR) of 12,000lbs. & TT (GVW) of 4950lbs. Both added together is 17,450lbs. Is this too much weght? How much lighter should I go to be safe? There is a max. tow vehicle wt of 6500lbs. Am I adding the right weights together?	fritz	11	2540	11:54 AM Mar 17, 2011 by flyone
	Conversion Hitch ??? (Preview) Has anyone converted from a fifthwheel style hitch to a goosneck with a ball ? Looking for input	Rusty	2	1443	12:56 PM Mar 8, 2011 by flyone
	Fuel price ? affect price of used pickup (Preview) Do you think with the rise in fuel, that it will flood the market with used pickups ???	Rusty	3	1881	05:31 PM Mar 7, 2011 by The Bear II
	We did it! (Preview) We have purchased a new tow vehicle!! GMC Sierra 2500hd Duramax Diesel 4x4 crew cab SLT. Bad news is we will have to wait 8 weeks for delivery. Can't wait till spring!!! -- Edited by Team Murc on Monday 14th of February 2011 06:52:18 PM	Team Murc	2	1832	12:32 PM Feb 15, 2011 by 2fortheroad
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