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01-25-2012, 05:53 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Martha
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M.O.C. #12115
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New 5er
In the process of buying the new 375flf Montana Mountianeer. Wondering if I have enough truck to pull it? I have a 2008 2500 HD Duramax crew 4x4 short box. Would appreciate all info before I take the plunge. I'm supposed to finalize the deal Saturday
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01-25-2012, 06:54 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Vancouver
Posts: 1,284
M.O.C. #11675
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I can't find that model - is it a 375FLF maybe?
If so, it would be 15,620 pounds loaded according to Keystone website. Then you just need a brochure for your tow vehicle or go to Trailer Life and get the tow capacity for your truck and be sure to look at the payload - the hitch weight is 2120 according to Keystone website.
Hope that helps.
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01-25-2012, 08:11 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Apr 2009
Location: Murrieta
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If Seahunter has been able to find the correct model and its GVWR is 15,620 the truck will be overloaded for sure. The documented pin weight is never a good number (unless you tow unloaded, not!). You can estimate 18% to 25% is at the pin and that number being 2,800 to 3,900 lb in this case and even a 1 ton may not work. The rear axle will be the biggest concern and I fear at least a dually is required with that GVWR.
I learned that the dealer's suggestion to "don't load it so much" is a bunch of hogwash. There will be times you need to drive with full tanks to a dump station and you'll have a concern. But still just know that others do chance it and don't have a problem.
The concern is not the engine and trans (they are often the same combination even with larger trucks). There are too many other components of concern that determine a vehicle's weight rating and if those rig numbers are accurate, I'd be concerned with a 3/4 ton truck.
Good luck on your decision.
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01-26-2012, 05:52 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2004
Location: Bum F Egypt
Posts: 979
M.O.C. #2733
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Look through the poll section on this forum it will give you a good idea what members are using.
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01-26-2012, 11:50 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Oct 2004
Location: Salem
Posts: 7,550
M.O.C. #2283
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Please note Art is pulling his camper with a F250 Ford. He has beefed up the suspension and put bigger tires on it. If he didn't think that was safe he wouldn't be pulling his camper with it. You can do the exact same thing with your truck, and it WILL be safe.
Lynwood
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01-27-2012, 07:59 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Jan 2005
Location: North Ridgeville
Posts: 20,229
M.O.C. #2839
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Some are concerned with ratings and spec's and some are not. If you do have a concern about staying within the ratings and spec's of the RV you are pulling the get the truck that stays within them.At least understand and know what the ratings and specs are then make the decision one way or the other.
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01-27-2012, 09:35 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Vancouver
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M.O.C. #11675
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Based on this, I wouldn't do it.
2008
Chevrolet/GMC
Silverado/Sierra 2500 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed (not long bed)
6.0L V8
9900 lbs
Requires 3.73 axle ratio
2008
Chevrolet/GMC
Silverado/Sierra 2500 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed
6.0L V8
12400 lbs
Requires 4.10 axle ratio
2008
Chevrolet/GMC
Silverado/Sierra 2500 Crew Cab 4WD Standard Bed
6.6L V8 TD
13600 lbs
Requires 3.73 axle ratio
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01-27-2012, 11:06 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Sebring
Posts: 3,659
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I agree, those factory pin weights are a figment of someone's Imagination. Our pin weight is listed as just over 1700, real weight as weighted at the Fall Rally 2600, almost a 1000 pounds more than spec. So even if you're only half that, you'll be pushing if not over your TV. As said, your choice, just be aware of where you stand.
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01-27-2012, 11:07 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Nov 2007
Location: Kville
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At over 15k GW, the PW will be north of 3k...which will be way over the GVWR of any 3/4 ton diesel.
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01-27-2012, 11:27 AM
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New Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Martha
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M.O.C. #12115
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Thanks for all the info. I decided to call off the deal, am going to downsize a little and looking at the Montana High Country series they run 9,500 +/- a couple hundred pounds seems like that is more suitable for me and my truck!
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01-27-2012, 12:06 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Vancouver
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M.O.C. #11675
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Paska65
Thanks for all the info. I decided to call off the deal, am going to downsize a little and looking at the Montana High Country series they run 9,500 +/- a couple hundred pounds seems like that is more suitable for me and my truck!
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OR, it's a really good excuse to get a new truck...
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01-27-2012, 01:22 PM
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New Member
Join Date: Jan 2012
Location: Martha
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M.O.C. #12115
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Wife will NOT! agree...LOL
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03-20-2012, 02:39 AM
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Montana Fan
Join Date: Feb 2012
Location: Homosassa
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I love the High Country. My wife over ruled me. Good luck.
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03-20-2012, 03:46 AM
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Montana Master
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High Country does meet your weight requirements.
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03-20-2012, 07:38 AM
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Montana Fan
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Location: Silverton
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OR, it's a really good excuse to get a new truck...
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Now if I can get you to talk my wife into a new 6.7l diesel......
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03-20-2012, 10:34 AM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Dec 2011
Location: Roswell
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We have the 343RL nice rig, wife said it was a keeper after the first trip, so.........there ya go, I guess we are keeping it.
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03-20-2012, 06:36 PM
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Montana Master
Join Date: Aug 2011
Location: Vancouver
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M.O.C. #11675
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Quote:
quote:Originally posted by Parts Ed
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OR, it's a really good excuse to get a new truck...
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Now if I can get you to talk my wife into a new 6.7l diesel......
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LOL - Well, two good points for ammunition it seems the lovely ladies like... dual climate control, and the HEATED seats. My wife absolutely loves that she can be 76+ degrees and with the heated seats on, while I have mine set at 65 degrees with the seats on cool. Good place to start. Then there's always the "this diesel engine will last a lifetime" approach
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