Tow Vehicles - RV-Dreams Community Forum

VanMar · VanMar

I have been trolling the internet (Cars.com, Autotrader.com, Ebay) for some time to keep a finger on what's available in the way of tow vehicles. I'm specifically looking for a 2011-13 Silverado, diesel, DRW, CC, 4x2. One odd thing I've found is that the huge majority of these vehicles are located...

sissys · sissys

Well one step closer to the "dream", got a 2004 F350 king Ranch, we will be needing tires befor too long. we have wild country on there now, seem pretty decent. We wont be going any where too rugged, looking for E rated, smoother ride. So, was curious as to what your preferences are? Next up...

gauijons · gauijons

what would be the best brake (budy) for my Honda crv ??

DebbieM · DebbieM

We read the posts about the short bed vs long bed, but how about towing with a megacab short box vs a quad cab? Since the megacab is a long chassis, that should offer a stable ride like a longbed even though it has a 6 ft bed, correct? Any other issues to consider with the shorter bed megacab? This would be...

2 KOZs · 2 KOZs

Looking to buy Used diesel truck with 60,000 miles. It is right for pulling the weight of the 5er we just purchased? We just bought a 2014 Excel 35.5 ft - rated for 17,500 fully loaded. What do experienced members think of that many miles on a truck? We will be FT in it, traveling approx 10,000 miles per ye...

paulandsondra · paulandsondra

Hi, I am Paul and my best friend is Sondra. We have decided to take to the road full time. We are looking for advice on which truck to purchase and what it must have to be able to pul our new 5th wheel that we are also looking for. I know we want diesel and I also want to have an extended cab with a large bed. Ot...

Sushidog · Sushidog

I guess to start, I'd better describe my plans to let everyone know the purpose and planned use of the truck topper I'm proposing. I plan on full-timing in a few years using my recently purchased 2008 F-250 super-cab long-bed 6.4. I will be towing a yet unpurchased travel trailer, for snowbird use, win...

Cowdog353 · Cowdog353

Just completed installing a 50 gal external fuel tank. Sure will be nice to have enough fuel to cruise past the lower priced fuel and need to fuel at the most expensive within 500 miles. Just kidding I hope, with a little planning, should be able to take advantage of cheaper fuel. I think the best part wil...

DeeJee · DeeJee

John has found an '08 for $27K w/143K mi to match our new CC. He's wondering if anyone has this engine to tow and if you recommend it.

el Rojo and Pam · el Rojo and Pam

VACATION!!!!!!! Got to spend 2 weeks in Arkansas fishing and camping. Plans are to list the house in Jan. The wife retires the end of Feb. We are planning to attend some rallies in the hill country of Texas in March and April then......... Look out Alaska!!!

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

Bill and I went yesterday and picked up our "new to us" truck! For those who didn't read my other thread - it's a 2011 Ford F350 Diesel Dual Rear 4x4 supercab! Beautiful Golden Bronze color! It's an XLT package but we are probably going to add the moonroof and auto start (those are the two fe...

sissys · sissys

Was wondering if anyone uses blu ox sway pro or reese staight line? We are evaluating both and would love some feed back, pros and cons. Thanks!!

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

I was going to wait until we actually had the truck in the driveway to post this, but I am so excited I can't wait! I had posted a little over a week ago that we were going to look at a truck and about how it wasn't exactly what we initially thought we wanted, asking you all your thoughts on the difference betwe...

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

Hello all! Bill and I are going to look at a 2011 Ford F350 Diesel Dually tomorrow and I am hoping you all can offer some insights, you know, share your wisdom! First, we are planning to get a Cedar Creek 38F sometime early next year. We are pretty much set on this unit. We will probably be ordering it new un...

Bob and Lindy · Bob and Lindy

Has anyone out there with a newer 2011-2013 F450 had the front factory installed mudflaps tear off at the body line? Mine have each ripped in the bend of the plastic & I am certain I did not hit anything to cause it. I found a thread on a diesel truck forum but the dealer service manager claims he can't f...

Bill and Linda · Bill and Linda

Bob and Lindy put this at the end of a long thread.I put it on a new topic line in case it might save some someone some money.“For those with a 2003-2007 Ford Fxxx Super Duty truck with the 6.0 liter engine, the following link maybe of interest to you. www.topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/ope...

LandYachty · LandYachty

We are pulling the plug (again) and getting ready to go fulltime (Again). We are looking for a new to us (used) tow vehicle and considering the F450 (rather than the Dodge(s) we love). When I contacted the Wholesalewarranty.com people Howard works with they had no problem quoting a Dodge 3500 dua...

el Rojo and Pam · el Rojo and Pam

I always thought the F-450 just had a little more suspension thus carrying capacity. I have a F-350 DRW and have added air bags to the rear axle to help with carrying the Lance truck camper. My real question is if we decide to upgrade to a nicer/heavier 5th wheel ie. Mobile Suites, would I need to buy a ne...

WendysPhotos · WendysPhotos

Hello, Alrighty, heard about the new dodge with the 30,000 pound tow capacity. So went to ramtrucks.com. to look. Can someone explain to me why a Dually would have less tow capacity than a single rear set. I would think the weight would be better distributed on duallies. Also if we wanted a quad o...

ooper al · ooper al

I have a 1997 GMC C 3500 Duelly Diesel...Can someone help me with what the Max 5th wheel towing weight would be??? This truck runs great..But my wife and I are full timers and becoming 5ver's...that is if I can get this rate raitio figuerd out...I don't have a manuel...so I need some help..please..( she...

NurseJudy · NurseJudy

Last week we bought a 2011 F350 4x4 diesel with only 40,000 miles. The truck was sitting on the lot when my husbance went to look at the new ones. It had the exact options that we wanted (basically loaded, leather interior (heated & cooled), Nav, backup camera, towing package, etc.) was in the e...

Terry and Jo · Terry and Jo

Over on another website, someone posted a CNN Money story claiming that one of these cost $6,000,000 to build. In my searching, I found another site that listed the Dunkel Industries F750 at $500,000. Still a good sized chunk of change. Dunkel Industries Upper Deck MPV RV - The Ultimate Toy Hauler T...

Judy L · Judy L

We have just purchased an F-450 and are getting pretty close to purchasing either a used Teton or New Horizon. The GVWR of both units is 21,000 lb. We are considering a Reece 25k hitch but wanted to check with someone that knows about such things to see if this is an appropriate choice. Will there be an...

NWescapee · NWescapee

Well, after reviewing the Auto Flex System and the Mor Ryde system, determining installation options, etc. Dale decided to go with the Auto Flex System and it's working great!! We had it installed at the TransWest location in Firestone Colorado. We had a 400 mile drive across Wyoming into Utah and D...

jrzygrl64 · jrzygrl64

Hi All! Bill and I are seriously looking at 5th Wheels, specifically Montana's or Cedar Creek. He seems to (at least initially) prefer Ford trucks, probably a 350 diesel dually. Not sure of any more of the specifics on the truck, but I'm sure he knows. So, my question is: do you suggest getting a tru...

leno · leno

Hey friends, Since I have never had to do this on my own, I need help. I have a 2008 Honda CRV and need new tires. I have no idea what kind to buy or where to go.. Can't believe I only have 27,000 miles on it and the Bridgestone's are almost bald.. I bought this vehicle used last year so don't know what these tir...

cherylbrv · cherylbrv

Sorry if I'm not posting this in the right area... For those of you who drive a scout vehicle (one person drives the truck/trailer or MH and the other follows in a different vehicle)... what do you do if you need to move and the 2nd person is unable to drive (perhaps due to illness, injury, recovering from...

mesa48 · mesa48

My wife asked me the other day if I was planning on getting a new truck not sure why she asked I really had not thought about it. We were on I-70 headed west somewhere in Kansas I think. Our truck was a 2007 2500HD Duramax which does a pretty decent job of towing our 31.5lk HH 5th wheel. The truck has 122K mil...

lowryc50 · lowryc50

I found a used 2010 F 350 XLT 4x4 Dually with the 6.4 Diesel Powerstroke at a dealership. This engine is a pre urea diesel. I'd like to know if anyone knows of problems with this engine or if anyone has a 6.4 Powerstroke in their truck. It has the 4.10 limited slip axle. What about gas mileage? Any thoughts...

Lynn and Ed · Lynn and Ed

Can anyone share how the ride of the F-550 and F-450 compare? If we purchase the F-550, we would likely add an air ride suspension.We are in the planning stages for Full-Time RVing and we thought we had determined our towing vehicle (thanks to many discussions on RV-Dreams and a few other websites.) We...

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	Recommendations for Texas auto dealers. (Preview) I have been trolling the internet (Cars.com, Autotrader.com, Ebay) for some time to keep a finger on what's available in the way of tow vehicles. I'm specifically looking for a 2011-13 Silverado, diesel, DRW, CC, 4x2. One odd thing I've found is that the huge majority of these vehicles are located...	VanMar	14	1754	06:49 PM Jan 22, 2014 by Terry and Jo
	F350 tires (Preview) Well one step closer to the "dream", got a 2004 F350 king Ranch, we will be needing tires befor too long. we have wild country on there now, seem pretty decent. We wont be going any where too rugged, looking for E rated, smoother ride. So, was curious as to what your preferences are? Next up...	sissys	6	1128	02:45 PM Jan 21, 2014 by Bill and Linda
	brakes for the tot (Preview) what would be the best brake (budy) for my Honda crv ??	gauijons	1	566	02:44 PM Jan 21, 2014 by bjoyce
	Dodge Megacab for towing? (Preview) We read the posts about the short bed vs long bed, but how about towing with a megacab short box vs a quad cab? Since the megacab is a long chassis, that should offer a stable ride like a longbed even though it has a 6 ft bed, correct? Any other issues to consider with the shorter bed megacab? This would be...	DebbieM	9	4575	07:47 PM Jan 13, 2014 by DebbieM
	Buying used diesel truck (Preview) Looking to buy Used diesel truck with 60,000 miles. It is right for pulling the weight of the 5er we just purchased? We just bought a 2014 Excel 35.5 ft - rated for 17,500 fully loaded. What do experienced members think of that many miles on a truck? We will be FT in it, traveling approx 10,000 miles per ye...	2 KOZs	8	1355	05:55 PM Jan 12, 2014 by Alie and Jims Carrilite
	Looking for good advice on what truck to purchase. (Preview) Hi, I am Paul and my best friend is Sondra. We have decided to take to the road full time. We are looking for advice on which truck to purchase and what it must have to be able to pul our new 5th wheel that we are also looking for. I know we want diesel and I also want to have an extended cab with a large bed. Ot...	paulandsondra	19	1709	09:04 PM Jan 11, 2014 by Bill and Linda
	Need advise on type of pick-up topper to build. (Preview) I guess to start, I'd better describe my plans to let everyone know the purpose and planned use of the truck topper I'm proposing. I plan on full-timing in a few years using my recently purchased 2008 F-250 super-cab long-bed 6.4. I will be towing a yet unpurchased travel trailer, for snowbird use, win...	Sushidog	23	1951	07:31 PM Jan 3, 2014 by Terry and Jo
	External fuel tank (Preview) Just completed installing a 50 gal external fuel tank. Sure will be nice to have enough fuel to cruise past the lower priced fuel and need to fuel at the most expensive within 500 miles. Just kidding I hope, with a little planning, should be able to take advantage of cheaper fuel. I think the best part wil...	Cowdog353	2	1066	06:29 AM Dec 28, 2013 by el Rojo and Pam
	Ford 6.4L Diesel (Preview) John has found an '08 for $27K w/143K mi to match our new CC. He's wondering if anyone has this engine to tow and if you recommend it.	DeeJee	12	3341	02:30 PM Dec 24, 2013 by Sushidog
	If things go as planned, yesterday ended our last........... (Preview) VACATION!!!!!!! Got to spend 2 weeks in Arkansas fishing and camping. Plans are to list the house in Jan. The wife retires the end of Feb. We are planning to attend some rallies in the hill country of Texas in March and April then......... Look out Alaska!!!	el Rojo and Pam	7	1198	05:33 AM Dec 5, 2013 by Jimmy and Janis
	The truck is OURS! (Preview) Bill and I went yesterday and picked up our "new to us" truck! For those who didn't read my other thread - it's a 2011 Ford F350 Diesel Dual Rear 4x4 supercab! Beautiful Golden Bronze color! It's an XLT package but we are probably going to add the moonroof and auto start (those are the two fe...	jrzygrl64	24	1760	09:44 PM Dec 3, 2013 by jrzygrl64
	sway control/weight distributors (Preview) Was wondering if anyone uses blu ox sway pro or reese staight line? We are evaluating both and would love some feed back, pros and cons. Thanks!!	sissys	17	1260	09:44 AM Nov 23, 2013 by SnowGypsy
	Our "new to us" truck! (Preview) I was going to wait until we actually had the truck in the driveway to post this, but I am so excited I can't wait! I had posted a little over a week ago that we were going to look at a truck and about how it wasn't exactly what we initially thought we wanted, asking you all your thoughts on the difference betwe...	jrzygrl64	10	1397	05:20 AM Nov 21, 2013 by DeeJee
	Looking at a used truck tomorrow - thoughts please?! (Preview) Hello all! Bill and I are going to look at a 2011 Ford F350 Diesel Dually tomorrow and I am hoping you all can offer some insights, you know, share your wisdom! First, we are planning to get a Cedar Creek 38F sometime early next year. We are pretty much set on this unit. We will probably be ordering it new un...	jrzygrl64	8	1503	08:12 PM Nov 16, 2013 by jrzygrl64
	F450 front mudflaps (Preview) Has anyone out there with a newer 2011-2013 F450 had the front factory installed mudflaps tear off at the body line? Mine have each ripped in the bend of the plastic & I am certain I did not hit anything to cause it. I found a thread on a diesel truck forum but the dealer service manager claims he can't f...	Bob and Lindy	6	1827	04:18 PM Nov 15, 2013 by BR
	Ford 2003-2007 Ford Fxxx Truck with 6.0 Liter Engine - Lawsuit Settlement (Preview) Bob and Lindy put this at the end of a long thread.I put it on a new topic line in case it might save some someone some money.“For those with a 2003-2007 Ford Fxxx Super Duty truck with the 6.0 liter engine, the following link maybe of interest to you. www.topclassactions.com/lawsuit-settlements/ope...	Bill and Linda	0	1109	09:50 PM Oct 30, 2013 by Bill and Linda
	F450 Extended Warranty (Preview) We are pulling the plug (again) and getting ready to go fulltime (Again). We are looking for a new to us (used) tow vehicle and considering the F450 (rather than the Dodge(s) we love). When I contacted the Wholesalewarranty.com people Howard works with they had no problem quoting a Dodge 3500 dua...	LandYachty	13	2085	09:33 PM Oct 30, 2013 by Bob and Lindy
	What's the difference between an F-350 and a F-450? (Preview) I always thought the F-450 just had a little more suspension thus carrying capacity. I have a F-350 DRW and have added air bags to the rear axle to help with carrying the Lance truck camper. My real question is if we decide to upgrade to a nicer/heavier 5th wheel ie. Mobile Suites, would I need to buy a ne...	el Rojo and Pam	4	2289	04:39 PM Oct 25, 2013 by Bill and Linda
	New Dodge with 30,000 pound tow (Preview) Hello, Alrighty, heard about the new dodge with the 30,000 pound tow capacity. So went to ramtrucks.com. to look. Can someone explain to me why a Dually would have less tow capacity than a single rear set. I would think the weight would be better distributed on duallies. Also if we wanted a quad o...	WendysPhotos	3	1702	02:20 PM Oct 23, 2013 by Bill and Linda
	I Need Help with my Towing Capacity...Please !997 GMC c 3500 diesel duelly (Preview) I have a 1997 GMC C 3500 Duelly Diesel...Can someone help me with what the Max 5th wheel towing weight would be??? This truck runs great..But my wife and I are full timers and becoming 5ver's...that is if I can get this rate raitio figuerd out...I don't have a manuel...so I need some help..please..( she...	ooper al	6	1355	09:59 PM Oct 18, 2013 by ooper al
	Our Dream is Alive & Growing Now! (Preview) Last week we bought a 2011 F350 4x4 diesel with only 40,000 miles. The truck was sitting on the lot when my husbance went to look at the new ones. It had the exact options that we wanted (basically loaded, leather interior (heated & cooled), Nav, backup camera, towing package, etc.) was in the e...	NurseJudy	9	1144	01:56 PM Oct 13, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	Might This Be the Ultimate Tow Vehicle? (Preview) Over on another website, someone posted a CNN Money story claiming that one of these cost $6,000,000 to build. In my searching, I found another site that listed the Dunkel Industries F750 at $500,000. Still a good sized chunk of change. Dunkel Industries Upper Deck MPV RV - The Ultimate Toy Hauler T...	Terry and Jo	7	1766	03:17 PM Oct 5, 2013 by rmorganaz
	Newbie hitch question (Preview) We have just purchased an F-450 and are getting pretty close to purchasing either a used Teton or New Horizon. The GVWR of both units is 21,000 lb. We are considering a Reece 25k hitch but wanted to check with someone that knows about such things to see if this is an appropriate choice. Will there be an...	Judy L	21	1637	07:02 AM Oct 5, 2013 by Lonney Wade
	Auto Flex installed by Trans West Auto Flex (Preview) Well, after reviewing the Auto Flex System and the Mor Ryde system, determining installation options, etc. Dale decided to go with the Auto Flex System and it's working great!! We had it installed at the TransWest location in Firestone Colorado. We had a 400 mile drive across Wyoming into Utah and D...	NWescapee	6	3681	04:22 AM Sep 17, 2013 by NWescapee
	Should we get a truck first or a 5th wheel first? (Preview) Hi All! Bill and I are seriously looking at 5th Wheels, specifically Montana's or Cedar Creek. He seems to (at least initially) prefer Ford trucks, probably a 350 diesel dually. Not sure of any more of the specifics on the truck, but I'm sure he knows. So, my question is: do you suggest getting a tru...	jrzygrl64	6	1738	01:13 AM Sep 12, 2013 by Jack Mayer
	Tires (Preview) Hey friends, Since I have never had to do this on my own, I need help. I have a 2008 Honda CRV and need new tires. I have no idea what kind to buy or where to go.. Can't believe I only have 27,000 miles on it and the Bridgestone's are almost bald.. I bought this vehicle used last year so don't know what these tir...	leno	2	813	04:49 AM Sep 7, 2013 by FastEagle
	Question to those who use a scout vehicle (Preview) Sorry if I'm not posting this in the right area... For those of you who drive a scout vehicle (one person drives the truck/trailer or MH and the other follows in a different vehicle)... what do you do if you need to move and the 2nd person is unable to drive (perhaps due to illness, injury, recovering from...	cherylbrv	20	1383	02:05 PM Sep 3, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	New truck (Preview) My wife asked me the other day if I was planning on getting a new truck not sure why she asked I really had not thought about it. We were on I-70 headed west somewhere in Kansas I think. Our truck was a 2007 2500HD Duramax which does a pretty decent job of towing our 31.5lk HH 5th wheel. The truck has 122K mil...	mesa48	11	1098	03:35 PM Aug 31, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	Used 2010 F 350 Diesel Dually (Preview) I found a used 2010 F 350 XLT 4x4 Dually with the 6.4 Diesel Powerstroke at a dealership. This engine is a pre urea diesel. I'd like to know if anyone knows of problems with this engine or if anyone has a 6.4 Powerstroke in their truck. It has the 4.10 limited slip axle. What about gas mileage? Any thoughts...	lowryc50	5	1275	09:27 PM Aug 30, 2013 by Terry and Jo
	Ride of the Ford F-550 vs. F-450 ( 1 2 ) (Preview) Can anyone share how the ride of the F-550 and F-450 compare? If we purchase the F-550, we would likely add an air ride suspension.We are in the planning stages for Full-Time RVing and we thought we had determined our towing vehicle (thanks to many discussions on RV-Dreams and a few other websites.) We...	Lynn and Ed	64	23367	04:38 PM Aug 30, 2013 by Jack Mayer
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