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We have an 05 MS 38RL3. Loaded for weekend trips, no water, scales in at 17.5K
Towed it for a couple years with a Chevy Duramax with 5sp allison tow/haul. Have the hyd elec discs, and exhaust brake. It all worked pretty good. I had no issues with power in the eastern hills.....the tow/haul did a good job but the exhaust brake really helped keep the speed in check on grades and slowing for a stop. The discs are great, but truck brakes would no way stop the rig. Had to rely 100% on trailer brakes.
I got real tired of sweating a stop in a panic, and pushing way past the limits on the truck and tires. So elected to go with a larger TV. See signiture. I'm not saying you have to go that route, just that worked for us.
You will have to make the decision that makes you feel comfortable and safe. We thought the Chevy was fine but after a while it just wore me down.
As far as campgrounds go, we take the MS everywhere we have always gone, we just have to be proactive on selecting sites and calling ahead. Yes, state parks may be an issue, but anything over 32' will be in a lot of them.
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