cm11599ps
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We currently have a 19" hybrid we tow with a 4runner. We might upgrade to a larger trailer in the future. We want to look at pickups for the possibility of getting a fiver, but we'd also like to have more then two people in the truck.
Will a fiver work with a crew can truck? We have no idea what truck we are getting or what camper we are getting. We are looking at used trucks around 4-5 years old. Perhaps a tundra.
I'm just wondering if the shorter bed in the crew cab presents a problem with the fiver. Thanks!
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JoeWebPage
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cm11599ps wrote:We currently have a 19" hybrid we tow with a 4runner. We might upgrade to a larger trailer in the future. We want to look at pickups for the possibility of getting a fiver, but we'd also like to have more then two people in the truck.
Will a fiver work with a crew can truck? We have no idea what truck we are getting or what camper we are getting. We are looking at used trucks around 4-5 years old. Perhaps a tundra.
I'm just wondering if the shorter bed in the crew cab presents a problem with the fiver. Thanks!
Just a generalization: If you think you're going to go to 5th wheel, seriously consider a diesel. All the big three make excellent trucks and even those in your year range are most likely up to the task. A Tundra could probably tow some of those newer "half ton" 5th wheels, but you would need to check weight limitations.
As for being a crew cab, if you get a "slider" hitch like a Pullrite Super Glide, you won't have any problems.
I'm sure there are many that will chime in with their thoughts. There are many knowledgeable people on this forum.
Just my 2 cents.
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downtheroad
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Crew cab will certainly work with a 5th wheel.
But, make sure that the truck you buy has the PAYLOAD capacity to carry the GVWR (not dry weight) of the rig you are considering..
If I were going to go 5th wheel I would look beyond a Tundra and go with a 1 ton (350/3500) size truck.
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kaydeejay
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My Crew Cab 6'8" box truck works just fine with my fiver and a Superglide.
But watch your weights - easy to overload a diesel crew-cab 3/4 ton truck. A SRW 1-ton gives you more payload capability.
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It's the bed length on the truck not whether or not it is a crew cab that makes a difference. And there isn't a problem with a short bed except that you might want to use a slider type hitch. Tho a lot of people do not.
And when you get a truck don't stop with a 3/4 ton get a 1 ton truck (350 or 3500) the price difference is only a few hundred dollars but it increases the payload by a lot.
As for diesel vs gasser. A gas engine is workable if you don't plan on running up and down mountains out west and you aren't going to put a lot of miles on the truck. Diesels shine when doing grades and can last longer than gas engines if you keep them long enough.
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We have the mother of all crew cabs and tow a 38' 5er. No problems.
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cm11599ps
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The bigger trucks are a problem because then we need commercial plates. Some highways here Long Island don't allow commercial plates. Maybe we're better off with a regular trailer then.
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If you're forced into a half ton, I agree you should stick with a pull behind. Not that some half tons cannot do it, but you will have much better options with the travel trailer. Especially if we're thinking Tundra.
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josten367
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You shouldn't have any problems with a crew cab and pulling a 5th wheel. Even short beds are ok with 5th wheels. Depending on which short bed you have and trailer you have will depend on the issues. Specially if you are turning very sharp. If you do then just add a slider or longer pin box. Figure out what truck you have and then pick the trailer, you will have more options that way.
Diesel and gas doesn't matter, just want ever you like. My gasser does just fine with my 5'ver.
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I pull my fiver with my 05 dodge diesel. it is a one ton and has a crew cab and long bed. I hardly notice my rig is back there most days. I would strongly recommend a diesel and a long bed. its just better to have the extra room in your truck bed and not have to buy a fancy sliding hitch.
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