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RE: Ram 2500 Diesel
Does "properly registered" with my state (Texas) mean that I registered the trailer as being over 10K? In Texas this is automatic because all titles must show the weight or you must bring them a certified weight ticket.
Or is it simply illegal to tow over 10k with a 2500 truck? If so, I have seen about 1 million illegal trailers!
The GVWR(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) is the weight of the truck, passengers, fuel and pin weight/hitch weight and anything else you carry in the truck, not to exceed 10K lbs. Ram for instance says that your truck can tow up to around 16-17K, provided that the pin/hitch weight stays withing the GVRW of the truck.
The GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) is the combined weight of the truck AND the trailer and everything you bring with you not to exceed 24,300 lbs.
They are two separate ratings, but aren't mutually exclusive of each other because the weight has to go somewhere. The more in the bed of the truck, the less trailer you can tow per the GVWR of the truck and how the manufacturer rates them.
I think the manufactures de-rate their trucks to under 10K lower registration fees for the end user and to possibly keep a recreational user out of the realm of commercial regulations in some states.
Now, as pointed out from a conversation that I had with another member here, just because the truck is de-rated doesn't make is less capable. From what I have seen with no evidence to the contrary provided, I do believe the only difference between the 2500 & SRW 3500 is the rear suspension, which has been "smoothed" out to handle the day to day driving of it being primarily a people mover.
I personally feel and am comfortable with adding another 500-750 over manufacturers ratings, and if I have to add airbags to deal with the added weight, then I'm fine with that.
The F-150 that I had before had a carlike ride, for which it was designed for. You have to start adding the max trailer tow package and such to get the maximum capabilities of the truck. Just like adding airbags if necessary to get the max capabilities out of the 3/4T truck.
I would be more concerned with the length of the trailer over going over the payload capacity a bit. I think that once you get to a certain length, then you need a DRW truck just for the added stability.
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patperry2766
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08/19/19 06:25pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Ram 2500 Diesel
Ram 2500 vs Ram 3500
Per this article, the only difference between a 3/4T and a 1T is the coil springs vs leaf springs. Everything else is the same. I have the same truck as you. While I haven't got a new trailer yet, I feel like I'd be comfortable being 500-750 lbs over for as seldom as I get to go. If I need airbags or whatever, then so be it.
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patperry2766
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08/18/19 10:58pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Ram 2500 6.4 Hemi Towing a Fifth Wheel
I've got a 2018 CTD Ram 2500 4x4. Was on a dealerships website playing around to see what they thought my trade was worth. 8K hit with less than 5K miles on it, and only have had it less than 4 months. Your depreciation will probably be around 12K or more.
There are still a few `18 new models available for sell and they have good rebates & dealer incentives, so that will significantly impact the value of your trade.
What you have will work for the distances you travel.
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patperry2766
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08/15/19 02:33pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Help a Newbie, question about gas vs. diesel
Having switched from a gas 2WD F-150 to a diesel 4x4 CTD, there are pro's & con's either way. Mine is a 2018 model and there were some good rebates and dealer incentives that got me probably pretty close to what could have gotten a new 1/2T for, or maybe a little under that price. As far as diesel and 4x4, seems like that's pretty much they only way you can get them nowdays. Didn't really need that much of a truck but I figured I was gonna be getting a new camper in the next few years and I knew the `18's were the last of the CP3 before Ram started putting the 4.2's on the `19 models.
Anyway, I'm getting about 16.8 MPG on my daily drive at 2.49/gal(mostly highway speeds 70ish) where I was getting close to 18 @ 2.09 on the gas 1/2 T I had been driving. Not sure where the MPGs fall on a 3/4T or 1T 6.4 Hemi 2WD which would have easily worked for my needs. Obviously, there is a night & day difference in towing, which is to be expected. Probably when I get a new trailer then that's when the CTD will really stand out and I really hope that I can get more than 125k miles out of the CTD as opposed to the 5.0L Ford that needed a new engine.
As far as diesel prices on the highway, they're usually .25-30 higher than in town because they know that a trucker isn't gonna go off the beaten path to find fuel any cheaper...kinda a captive audience so to say, where as the gas prices are usually very competitive with each other.
Ford has a new 7.3L gas engine coming out and the numbers look pretty decent. If it's gonna be a daily driver with as occasional trip, the gas will work fine, even in the mountains. If your gonna be towing a lot, then the diesel might be they way to go.
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patperry2766
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08/14/19 11:38pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: Largest TT out there
Spacecraft Mfg
If you can't find something you like, I'm pretty sure these guys can build anything you want. Not cheap though
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patperry2766
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08/12/19 10:49pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Southern destination w kids week of New years? Where to go?
Destin Florida
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patperry2766
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08/11/19 11:32pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: New to Travel Trailers. What to look for?
Toy hauler
This was posted in another forum about FT camping in a modified toy hauler.
The problem I see is that most of the bunks in the bunkhouse design are 24-30ish inches wide. That's not a lot of room to roll over without rolling out of the bed. While the kids are small like yours, it might not be that big of a problem now...but they grow fast.
The benefit of the toy hauler is that the garage area can be dedicated to the kids and all the stuff they bring and since they're all relatively small, you possibly might be able to get all three to sleep on the happijac bed at least for a couple of years if they're not restless sleepers.
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patperry2766
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08/11/19 10:47pm |
Travel Trailers
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RE: Rocky Mountains camping
I used to live in Colorado and went to RMNP once. Too crowded. There are so many great places in the state to wander around in.
such as?
Been to Durango area before I had RV then to Ridgway SP and Mueller SP with the camper. Always looking for good recommendations. Thanks
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patperry2766
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08/11/19 08:31am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Why not forget holding tanks and just use portable tanks?
Camco
Get the largest you can handle and if you've got the room, you might consider 2 of them. Spend the $$ on this one with the bigger wheels because it makes hauling to the dump station easier. It also has an adapter that fits on the front that hooks over the ball of the trailer and you can tow it.
If you do go this route, be aware of the height of the dump valve vs the inlet height of the tote. The only drawback to this particular model is that it is tall. On my trailer, the dump valves are lower than the inlet valve so if the campsite is level, it can be hard to get poop to flow uphill sometimes.
cassette toilet
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patperry2766
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08/09/19 01:00pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: Duramax class action suit
Article
Per this article, the CP4 flows 20% less fuel than the CP3, plus at a higher PSI to make the big HP gains. So, if you've already got a marginal fuel pump design that has less fuel lubricity based on the fuel itself and a 20% volume reduction asking it to produce even higher PSI...it's a recipe for disaster that is unfolding.
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patperry2766
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08/08/19 01:29pm |
Tow Vehicles
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RE: I need a large 5th wheel but am I looking too large?
Spacecraft
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patperry2766
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08/07/19 07:42pm |
Fifth-Wheels
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RE: Glacier National Park
Went last year in July. Had a reserved spot at a private campground with the intention of getting into the national parks. Found one the 1st day I was looking. Per the ranger, be there early and look for signs of people packing up. I was there at 6:30 cruising and I had a spot within about 15 minutes.
We were at Two Medicines which is on the east side and kinda off the beaten path, but it was great. Since you're going in Sept, doubt you'd have a problem at all, if you could get there mid-week it would probably be even less of a issue.
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patperry2766
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08/04/19 09:08am |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: campground in Gulfport mississippi
x3 for Buccaneer. Was there 2 years ago. Has been remodeled/renovated since the last hurricane that came thru the area a few years back.
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patperry2766
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07/31/19 10:47pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: If you had a month...?
Olympic/Mt Ranier Natl Park to either Jasper/Banff NP. Down thru Glacier to Yellowstone/Jackson WY
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patperry2766
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07/30/19 12:48pm |
General RVing Issues
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RE: "How did we do" ...everybody wants a survey
Hospitals
Medicare will withhold a certain percentage of their reimbursement to a facility based on poor customer satisfaction surveys
I know that the car business can loose out on money from corporate, future inventory and salesman's all the way to GM jobs because of poor CSI scores.
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patperry2766
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07/28/19 07:26am |
Around the Campfire
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RE: Recommendations needed for a nearby anniversary trip please.
In Taos, there is an active Indian pueblo community. Was there a few years ago. No electricity or running water. Everything is lit with gas lamps. Costs a few dollars "donation" to get in and there are several vendors. While I didn't take any pics of people, they did ask that we ask the person first, because there are still some old timers there that think having your picture taken will steal your soul.
Had a pretty stinking good green chili burger in Taos. It's a little eclectic artist community during the summer and good skiing in the winter. Similar to Marfa, but just a bit bigger and more commercialized because of skiing.
Red River would be good for an outing as well.
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patperry2766
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07/23/19 11:37pm |
RV Parks, Campgrounds and Attractions
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RE: Recommendations needed for a nearby anniversary trip please.
Davis Mtns in far west Texas. After you get up off the floor laughing thinking west Texas in summer...few things to know. With the elevation change and the arid desert mountains, it's generally 10-15 deg cooler than anywhere else in the state.
#2. Fort Davis. Cool old area to expore
#3 Balmorreha State Park. natural spring fed swimming pool. Great place to cool off during a hot day
#4 McDonald Observatory. Several nights during the month they have several star watching parties where they bring out several bigger size telescopes and let you look thru them.
Well, after looking at Google Maps to see where Grove OK is....you're kinda stuck trying to find a cool place to go that doesn't involve a lot of driving. It's 750 miles to the smoky mountains, 750 to Colorado/NM area, 750 miles to Gulf Shores AL...pick your poison
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patperry2766
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07/22/19 08:56pm |
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RE: Considering a newer tow rig....
Whatever you do, try to find one with the max trailer tow package. They are few and far between, but worth it for a trailer your size. They are generally distinguished by the larger mirrors similar to the 3/4 & 1T ones.
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patperry2766
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07/22/19 06:25pm |
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RE: Ram 2500 rough ride question
There's 2-3 people here who would make you think these 2500 rear coil spring trucks ride like a Cadillac. Having said that having realistic expectations on ride quality is the realistic solution.
For me, I knew what to expect because I've had a solid front axle 4x4 before, so I knew it wasn't gonna be as smooth as the 1/2T I had before, but the feeling of having a vibration similar to a tire out of rotation, bent rim or defective tire about to throw a belt isn't.
Last time I had this problem, my tires were close to being needed to be replaced and they couldn't balance the vibration out.l It took a new set of tires to get rid of the problem.
I personally don't have great faith in Firestone because most manufacturers put on the cheapest tires they can get. I've read, but can't locate an article that suggested many mfgs make 2 sets of the tires. One that originally go on the car, and the ones that replacements, which are generally better ones. IDK if it's true or not.
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patperry2766
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07/22/19 06:03pm |
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RE: Ram 2500 rough ride question
I have the EXACT same problem with mine as well. I took it back to the dealership to have it checked, and only thing the could find was the tires needed rebalancing. Didn't really help at all.
Mine is a `18 CC diesel 4x4 with 7500 miles. Problem has been there since I bought it. Tires are Firestone Transforce AT. I have noticed on mine that it's road surface dependent and usually sets in somewhere around 69-72 MPH. I think the tires are the cuplrit, but not ready to drop a grand on a new set to test a hunch.
It seems odd, but it feels worse to me when the driver's window is rolled down. I think that vehicles are designed now that any disruption in airflow will produce significant wind buffeting.
I played with the air pressure prior to taking it in, but didn't change things.
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patperry2766
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07/22/19 03:42pm |
Tow Vehicles
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