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Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-01-2018, 05:14 PM
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Posted By Alpo
I watched a suggested video and have read all the...

I watched a suggested video and have read all the feedback I have received. My next step I guess will be going to a Scale with the Truck loaded up gas and all (except for the Hitch, I can get that...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 09-27-2018, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,484
Posted By Alpo
Is the stated Hitch Weights by the Trailer...

Is the stated Hitch Weights by the Trailer Manufacturers with the Trailer Fully Loaded or Empty? The limit of my truck is 1960# (2014 Ram 2500 Diesel, Door Jam Sticker) and the Trailer Hitch Weight...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 09-27-2018, 06:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,484
Posted By Alpo
That is new to me. I had thought (and most of...

That is new to me. I had thought (and most of the forum chatter supported) the Payload limitation was based on the Rear Axle build. It seem well discussed that the reason for Rams Lower limitations...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 09-27-2018, 02:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,484
Posted By Alpo
Towing Limitations and Trailer Selection

I upgraded to a 2014 Ram 2500 Cummins and am looking for a compatible 5th Wheel. It appears the most limiting factor associated with my Truck is the Payload Limit. While the total GCWR is 25K...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-10-2016, 06:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,074
Posted By Alpo
I appreciate all the feedback however it may be a...

I appreciate all the feedback however it may be a bit too specific and deeper in nature than I had wanted. What I had wanted was just some generic feedback on some applied examples. The feedback I...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-09-2016, 12:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,074
Posted By Alpo
OK, I am now looking at a 28' trailer with a GVWR...

OK, I am now looking at a 28' trailer with a GVWR of 7500# (dry 5400#). And a 700# tongue. I would really hate to go any smaller.
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-05-2016, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,074
Posted By Alpo
Thank you all - I have had enough feedback...

Thank you all - I have had enough feedback (across a few forums) that my initial fears have been correct – there is NO way my Half Ton Truck can pull a 5th Wheel safely (or at least within the limits...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-05-2016, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,074
Posted By Alpo
Thanks. I've actually heard a lot of opinions...

Thanks. I've actually heard a lot of opinions leading to your argument. It baffles me that there is a much wide spread chatter about Half Ton Trucks pulling 5th Wheels. There is now a whole new...
Forum: Trucks, Towing and Hitching 10-05-2016, 03:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,074
Posted By Alpo
Is a 5th Wheel Possible for me?

I am looking at a Keystone Passport 5260RL 5th Wheel to tow behind my 2013 Ram 1500. According to Ramtrucks.com my Extended Cab Ram (coming equipped with the 5.7ltrEngine, the 8 Speed Transmission,...
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