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zenasboy
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We pull our GD 303RLS with a 2019 F350 6.2L. Weighed the trailer at work and its just under 12k pounds. Overall mpg is around 7.5 On long flat stretches I'll see over 9mpg where as driving into a strong headwind (such as 2 yrs ago across Nebraska) and I'll see around 6. Have pulled from Indiana to Grand Tetons and back and didn't have any problems. Also last fall we went from IN to MD then down thru VA and across WV on way home. I thought those mountains worked the truck harder than out west but still averaged around over 7.5 for the trip. Power is in the 3500 RPM range so as long as I let her rev while in the mountains, it does just fine.
My one and only complaint is getting gas. Not as easy as it was when we had the 02 F350 7.3l where I could just go thru the truck lanes.
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goducks10 wrote:Ivylog wrote:Recently bought a new F350 4X4 single tire with 6.2 for $43K. No it doesn’t have the power of a diesel but also not $80K. Use it mainly to pull a heavy trailer(15,000+ lbs) locally so only getting 5-6 mpg and the 10 speed takes a little getting used to but it does the job.
Gets down to how many miles/year you’ll be towing and you do not need a dually.
And if you got a diesel F350 DRW in the same trim level as your gas DRW it would only be $10K more not $37K more.
Geesh.
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IdaD
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goducks10 wrote:Ivylog wrote:Recently bought a new F350 4X4 single tire with 6.2 for $43K. No it doesn’t have the power of a diesel but also not $80K. Use it mainly to pull a heavy trailer(15,000+ lbs) locally so only getting 5-6 mpg and the 10 speed takes a little getting used to but it does the job.
Gets down to how many miles/year you’ll be towing and you do not need a dually.
And if you got a diesel F350 DRW in the same trim level as your gas DRW it would only be $10K more not $37K more.
Geesh.
After most folks buy a gas truck they have to justify not getting a diesel so suddenly the only way to get a diesel is in Platinum or Longhorn trim levels.
$43k is a good price for a new F350 these days even in a gas rig, but that's going to be a pretty basic trim level.
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theoldwizard1
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agesilaus wrote:
Lots of gas 6.2L around at a good price. And thoughts on that engine from owners?
If you are used to driving a diesel you will be disappointed.
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Cummins12V98
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Durb wrote:Eight years of driving a dually and I don't give it much thought except when parking. I always do "dually parking" which means I find wide open spots far out and walk. If a person can't walk, then I'm guessing they have a handicap sticker and those spots are plenty wide. Remember, the dually is no wider than the trailer or the mirrors on a SRW truck.
I used the dually to pull a 6,000# travel trailer before the fifth wheel. Overkill? Yes. Downsides? None.
Heck I use my Dually to haul this "LOAD".
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Lantley
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zenasboy wrote:We pull our GD 303RLS with a 2019 F350 6.2L. Weighed the trailer at work and its just under 12k pounds. Overall mpg is around 7.5 On long flat stretches I'll see over 9mpg where as driving into a strong headwind (such as 2 yrs ago across Nebraska) and I'll see around 6. Have pulled from Indiana to Grand Tetons and back and didn't have any problems. Also last fall we went from IN to MD then down thru VA and across WV on way home. I thought those mountains worked the truck harder than out west but still averaged around over 7.5 for the trip. Power is in the 3500 RPM range so as long as I let her rev while in the mountains, it does just fine.
My one and only complaint is getting gas. Not as easy as it was when we had the 02 F350 7.3l where I could just go thru the truck lanes.
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BobsYourUncle
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I think this topic will find people on both sides of the fence. Doesn't mean the gassers are wrong or right, doesn't mean the SRW vs DRW are wrong or right either.
It really comes down to what you are comfortable driving. If an extra pair of wheels is overwhelming, then get the SRW.
I have been driving a dually for 20 years and I love it. I have no issues at all in any traffic situation. Took a little caution to get used to it at first, but now it's like driving my car. As said, the mirrors are wider than the fenders. If they will go through, so will the rest of the truck.
Not saying I am right, but my own personal preference is towing with a dually. I have driven and towed with both and I find the extra stability in wind to be a comforting plus. I tow a 32 foot TT with mine at about 8000 - 8500 pounds on the road. It's nice.
Parking is no big deal, I usually back in to spots. Or walk a little. Not afraid of either. Just have to pay attention to the hips in your mirrors and all is well.
I personally prefer the diesel for the stump pulling torque going up hills.
The 17 Ram diesel you are looking at has a fantastic engine. The Cummins is one of the best truck diesels out there.
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PastorCharlie
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I have a 2000 F350 7.3 diesel 4X4 CC LB DRW that we use for daily driver and to do grocery shopping. Always find a place to park.
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wanderingaimlessly
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Are you looking for new? You mentioned 2017 diesels but on the gas did not say.
If you are not joined at the hip to the blue oval, and would prefer used, look for a Ram 2500 or 3500 with the 6.4 2018 or newer.
The 8 speed tranny made it a much better truck, and with your trailer it would make a great match, and should be much cheaper than the others you mentioned.
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MFL
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Cummins12V98 wrote:
Heck I use my Dually to haul this "LOAD".
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