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Grit dog
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Nathanbates114 wrote:Hey everyone. Thanks for all of the amazing info. Im blown away by the responses... and even though there's some controversy, that's how life is and I like hearing both sides of every argument. My wife and I have found our perfect TT and it clocks in at 11,200 GVWR. Only thing I'm concerned a little bit about now (and I don't want to cause anymore controversy lol... but I probably will) is the TT we are interested in has a length of 38'-6". Going off of the wheel base for a 2500 3/4 ton Diesel... that's probably way over the length you should tow. With Sway Control + Weight Distribution Hitch, it should be fine? Thanks in advance everyone. I'm new to the Travel Trailer lifestyle. I want to make sure I'm being safe. Thanks again for any info/tips. I take everything into consideration.
Everything you said is dependent on several bits of info you haven’t divulged.
Configuration of truck.
Traveling or one time move to site. (You haven’t said if you are travelers or just living somewhere semi permanently in a camper.). The latter is assumed by most since it’s unusual to just “borrow” a vehicle for an indefinite time period or miles.
How and where you travel. 60’ giver take of combination is, well, 60’ of combination. No indication you’ve considered that, given your lack of knowledge and experience with vehicles and towing.
New? Thought you’d been a TTer for a couple years
And there’s no controversy in what the truck is rated for. Just misinformation by some people who believe it’s controversial. You’re correct in the controversy of how much more the truck is capable of than it’s base ratings. But that requires experience to correctly deduce and utilize safely.
Good luck with your new camper!
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blt2ski
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TV trailer length ratio was developed by an RV consumer grouo many eons ago.
went something like 110" of TV Wheel base to two 20' of trailer then 3" more per foot of trailer....
then of ALL contriversial BS, no rig under 110" of WB should tow a trailer. i would think if you're towing a 19' trailer, you'd want 107" min per above ratio....
As many note, controversy can occur. This was for back in the 50'/60's when most used sedans, station wagons basically based on an equal to a DOT class 1 under 6000 gvwr pickup. OP has a class 2b 8401-10,000 gvw rig. which imho should net him another 2-3' or 22-23' if trailer at 110". if he had a DW add another 2-3'. bed mount 5w/gooseneck, another 2-4'.....
Assuming a preferred crew can, with the trailer balance appropriately front to rear, side to side. Tires inflated all around correct etc etc, They shoukd not have issues with a basic WD system. Reality, if the trailer can not be towed at 60-65 mph on a level freeway with out sway, or finger tip driving. You have an issue that needs fixing from a mechanical basis of the rigs!
Once this is correct, mow ADD the approprita WD/anti sway bars. Then and ONLY then do you have a setup that is safe to tow! A hensley stopping sway on a trailer that sways, will sway out of control if it breaks down somehow.
my 02 on this.
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JIMNLIN
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Quote:Only thing I'm concerned a little bit about now (and I don't want to cause anymore controversy lol... but I probably will) is the TT we are interested in has a length of 38'-6". Going off of the wheel base for a 2500 3/4 ton Diesel... that's probably way over the length you should tow. With Sway Control + Weight Distribution Hitch, it should be fine? Thanks in advance everyone. I'm new to the Travel Trailer lifestyle. I want to make sure I'm being safe. Thanks again for any info/tips. I take everything into consideration.
Forums are made up with all types of folks. Some give you info requested to make a informed decision. Others will say no to a 3/4 ton pulling a 38' trailer of any type. And of course every forum has its blow hard know it all types who diss all input but his opinions are the only way to go. If you hang around , learn to read between the lines.
Anywayz...when choosing a good WD hitch for that 38' TT first read the clicky at the top of the TT forum from Ron Gratz on WD systems.
We also have several very experienced TT owners who can help you with making a good choice on brands or WD types. All WD hitches aren't the same.
And of course you will get input from my brand is best,others are junk.... and those that know little experience with the WD subject....but have a opinion.
JMO....you gotta' a stout older tow truck so keep a good maintenance program going on it.
"good judgment comes from experience, and a lot of that comes from bad judgment" ............ Will Rogers
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Grit dog
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Well, unless you get a dually, you can’t get much better than a modern 3/4ton diesel (which is the vehicle being considered here). old Rams with the 48re and 6liter Flowerjokes excepted.
Making the 2002 a 2022 isn’t going to net any real driveability or safety improvements. Assuming you’re not overcoming any trailer short falls like no brakes.
Only things a newer 3/4 ton will improve is stock power (easy to fix on that LB7) and a fresher interior/more standard creature comforts in the cab.
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Grit dog
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Looks like ole Nathanbates114 was a 2 post wonder!
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