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Towing...
So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife
loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. |
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On 6/1/2013 10:17 AM, JustWaitAFrekinMinute wrote:
So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. Pay close attention to the roof leak. What caused it? What will it take to repair it$$$$$. Will it fit wherever you want to take it? For instance, don't plan on sandwiching it into Donnie's driveway. ;-) Vehicle weight will determine what you need to pull and stop it. $1500 sounds too good to be true. |
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On 6/1/13 10:17 AM, JustWaitAFrekinMinute wrote:
So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. I don't want to be accused of being helpful, so just pretend you didn't see this, okay? http://fifthwheelst.com/before_you_buy.htm It's a site that will help you figure out what you need, and there's a calculator available, too. Shhhhhh. |
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On Jun 1, 9:17*am, JustWaitAFrekinMinute
wrote: So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. Hey you found a live-in for the new property! Seriously though, you don't need a duelie truck. Actually those things can be a pain. But a 3/4 ton diesel would be a good choice, though. |
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On Jun 1, 9:39*am, "F.O.A.D." wrote:
On 6/1/13 10:17 AM, JustWaitAFrekinMinute wrote: So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. I don't want to be accused of being helpful, so just pretend you didn't see this, okay? http://fifthwheelst.com/before_you_buy.htm It's a site that will help you figure out what you need, and there's a calculator available, too. Shhhhhh. OR... take note of what the majority of rigs that pull something like that, and if possible ask drivers questions... |
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In article om, hank57
@socialworker.net says... On 6/1/2013 10:17 AM, JustWaitAFrekinMinute wrote: So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. Pay close attention to the roof leak. What caused it? What will it take to repair it$$$$$. Will it fit wherever you want to take it? For instance, don't plan on sandwiching it into Donnie's driveway. ;-) Vehicle weight will determine what you need to pull and stop it. $1500 sounds too good to be true. Another troll... |
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"JustWaitAFrekinMinute" wrote in message ... So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. -------------------------------- You need to determine the trailer weight (loaded) and then find a truck that is rated for it. I've forgotten all the details but it's not as simple as just getting the trailer weight. The load capacity of the truck factors into it also (passengers and cargo). 4x4's are rated a bit lower than regular drives due to the extra weight of the 4x4 mechanical system. If you exceed the combined ratings and you happen to have an accident or something you can be cited for being overweight. Another issue with fifth wheels: Depending on the bed size of the truck, you may need a "sliding hitch". Full sized beds won't need one but the shorter beds (often found on crew cabs) will need one. We had a 37' fifth wheel "toy hauler" for a while. Back opened up as a ramp to carry motorcycles, golf carts and things like that. Towed it with a Ford F-350 Powerstroke diesel 4x4. I'd recommend a 4x4 even though many people disagree. It's nice to be able to put it in a low gear ratio when maneuvering in tight spaces or backing up inclines. We used it exactly once. Spent the hottest week of the summer in New Hampshire with humidity levels near 100 percent. Thunderstorms everyday and giant mosquitoes. Decided camping wasn't our bag and sold it. |
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On 6/1/2013 10:34 AM, Hank© wrote:
On 6/1/2013 10:17 AM, JustWaitAFrekinMinute wrote: So a friend has a 36 foot fifth wheel camper. The thing is huge, my wife loves it... the guy is offering it to us for a nominal number, probably get it for about 15 hundred. It's relatively newer looking, everything works, clean inside with one roof leak. New bearings, tires, etc. But it's 36 frekin' feet! That of course means another vehicle, probably a big diesel with dual rears??? The reason I put those three question marks is I don't know what it means... So, what do I need to tow something like that and my other question is if I went with something 10 feet shorter (a 25-6 footer), would I be able to downsize the tow vehicle enough to make a difference in initial cost and gas mileage or with a 26 would I pretty much need the same vehicle... The end game here is getting the wife to go with us to races, and this is the first camper she ever got in that she actually liked.. said she would def go camping with us if we were in that... We are looking at other campers today but for 1500, I don't think I am gonna' find anything like it.. So my questions are all about trucks. Remember, this one is a fifth wheel, so what do I need? What are my options.. Thanks. Pay close attention to the roof leak. What caused it? What will it take to repair it$$$$$. Will it fit wherever you want to take it? For instance, don't plan on sandwiching it into Donnie's driveway. ;-) Vehicle weight will determine what you need to pull and stop it. $1500 sounds too good to be true. The 1500 is reasonable when you consider who the guy is and how we are connected to him... It's a decent trailer that is still in service by a family but they have several others... so they are gonna' "sponsor" us a camper basically... I have been talking to some truck guys around here and we are looking at a 1500 Silverado four door with a 5.3... |
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"JustWaitAFrekinMinute" wrote in message ... I have been talking to some truck guys around here and we are looking at a 1500 Silverado four door with a 5.3... ---------------------------------- Very doubtful that would be rated anywhere near high enough for a 36' fifth wheel. You are going to need a 2500 or F-250 series truck at a minimum. |
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