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02-24-2005, 06:42 AM
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Ooops!
Thought I was posting this under General but did it under full-timing by error. Try again: We are dealing for a 2005 Montana 3475> We had a 3500 GMC in mind for pulling it. We would really prefer a 2500 (Dodge, Chevy or Ford) so we could use it more freely when not pulling. I guess my question is: what options do I have? Looks like it would be about 13000 pounds. Every one that I have seen on a car lot was not rated that high. Thanks for any help.
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02-24-2005, 06:55 AM
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Montana Master
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See you are normal like the rest of us, have a Great Day.
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02-24-2005, 07:21 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: North Andover
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Joe Selby
Thought I was posting this under General but did it under full-timing by error. Try again: We are dealing for a 2005 Montana 3475> We had a 3500 GMC in mind for pulling it. We would really prefer a 2500 (Dodge, Chevy or Ford) so we could use it more freely when not pulling. I guess my question is: what options do I have? Looks like it would be about 13000 pounds. Every one that I have seen on a car lot was not rated that high. Thanks for any help.
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Joe, I believe the GMC Sierra 2500HD and 3500 are both rated to 16,000+ lbs towing. If you order you can work things like changing the gear ratios to improve towing capabilities. If you play around on the chevy or gmc sites and build trucks you might find you have more options and the same goes for dodge and ford.
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02-24-2005, 07:39 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: Leona
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The new Ford F250 will handle that and more. Happy RVing....
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02-24-2005, 07:40 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: Wetumpka
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The dealer did have to do a search in order to find our Dodge Ram for towing our Montana. If they don't have it on the lot, I'm sure they'd be glad to find one PRONTO! Our Dodge is a 3500 dually and it pulls the Montana easily and is comfortable when we're just driving without it.
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02-24-2005, 09:07 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: Malta
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we have an 02 chevy dually. we use it for a primary vehicle also with no complaints. I do believe which ever you decide on will be fine. any of the trucks can be sufficient to pull your rig if set up right.
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02-24-2005, 10:45 AM
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Montana Fan
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Location: The Woodlands
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We have the '05 Chevy 2500HD, and, yes, it's rated to over 16K towing. We bought it in mid 2004 as it had the best tow rating of any 2500/250 at the time (with the 4.10 rear end). It's my understanding that the 2005 Fords have now exceeded Chevy's current ratings. Our original plan was to purchase a 5er at 14,100 lb gross. That one, assuming all other load factors like axle ratings and pin weight were within range, would have been no problem for the 2500. Our current Mountaineer gives us PLENTY of headroom on our ratings at it's GVWR of about 12.5K. The 4.10 rear end radically enhances the tow rating, BUT it also radically decreases gas milage (11 mpg empty, 7 mpg towing the 5er). If you need better milage, look at a reduced rear end gear rating (3.73).
We had the same issue when we started looking for our truck-- no one had the big block/Allison/4.10 on the lot. We ordered the truck and waited about 8 weeks for delivery.
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02-24-2005, 11:14 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: Goshen
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My truck doesnt even know our coach (9500 pounds fully loaded)is even back there. See signature.
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02-24-2005, 11:31 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: Oceanside
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Joe, congratulations on the new Montana! I hope the deal works out for you. As for the truck, there are a number of us using 3/4 ton trucks to tow that much weight and more.
I suspect from reading your post what you are saying is you don't want a dually. Keep in mind if you'd otherwise prefer a one-ton truck, the Ford has the one-ton F350 available in single rear wheel configuration. We had an '03 F350 and a '99 F350, both SRW. I think GM and Dodge may now also have a 1-ton available without having to go dually. The Ford F250 3/4 ton has ratings to 17,000 and the F350 to 19,200. GCWR on those is 23,000 and 26,000 respectively. Others posted the GM's have ratings to handle the weight. I think Dodge does, too, although I'm not sure of the numbers.
Bottom line is you have lots of good choices from all 3 mfrs. As an FYI, we're towing 13,980. Ours has the 3.73 rear end.
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02-24-2005, 12:37 PM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2004
Location: Carlisle
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I have a Ram 3500 Dually and will be pulling our 3475 when it arrives. There are a lot of differing opinions on SRW vs DRW. Personally I don't mind the dually in every day use and prefer it with the fiver. I've had 2 SRW and 2 DRW trucks over the past years.
Your biggest concern with fivers around this size and weight is more regarding your trucks payload capacity than it is towing capacity (but make sure your truck has the towing capacity too). With your 3475 you have one of the heavier pin weights (2225lbs dry). When you add your living stuff to it you should probably count on about 3000lb on the hitch. That's more than most 3/4 ton trucks will handle. Both Ford and Dodge offer 3500 SRW models that have payload capacities in the 3600lb range. Chevys 2500 HD is roughly equivalent to the others 3500SRW. All of the big 3 offer 3500DRW which have roughly 4600lbs payload capacity. Tires get into the equation as well.
Many people get very passionate bout the truck they have but all 3 manufacturers make great trucks that will handle your needs. Good luck with your selection.
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02-24-2005, 01:32 PM
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Montana Master
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Exactly what Chester said.
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02-24-2005, 02:37 PM
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Montana Master
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Ditto to Palebluedot and Chester!
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02-25-2005, 04:14 AM
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Montana Fan
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Location: Merritt Island
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Lots of good choices - exactly what Chester said. Go out test drive the top 3 and whatever feels right to you and meets your needs that's the one. Regardless of the brand you need to feel good about it and it needs to be able to do the job.
Jeff Heiser
Merritt Island Florida
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02-25-2005, 05:03 AM
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Montana Master
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Location: Oceanside
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I have to add that our pinweight is 3120 lbs. All of the trucks we've used to tow this weight have done a great job. I agree fully with the comment that all three mfrs' trucks can do a good job for you. With that part settled, you can buy the truck that best meets your other desires, needs, and deal from the dealer. Good luck.
To add to Chester's comments I looked at the payload ratings for the 2005 Fords. Sorry but I don't have that info for the other mfrs.
The 2005 F350 SRW has payload to a max of 4400 lbs. The dually goes to 5800 lbs max. The F250 goes to 3100 lbs max.
It's nice to have a lot of good choices in tow vehicle so there is room for personal preference on the configuration and brand.
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02-25-2005, 09:09 AM
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Montana Master
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I am towing the 3400RL with my 04 Chevy 2500HD and have not had any trouble with this combination. My Duramax walks up and down the mountain ranges over here in the Pacific Northwest with ease. My truck is my only vehicle so it is also my daily driver and really have no trouble parking, or getting through traffic with it. I would buy another if I had to replace the truck today without a doubt. Enjoy your new coach.
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03-08-2005, 04:10 AM
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Montana Fan
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Location: Virginia Beach, VA
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Look into airbags to increase the pin weight capability. Power trains are much the same.
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