marks146
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Thanks for the reply. I’m only hauling 7000 pounds max. I can only afford used in 27-35 range. My thinking is the ram 2500 with the smaller v8 is the best option. Thoughts?
My opinion.
Strongly recommend the 2500. The whole suspension brakes etc. are same as a 3500, so you get more for your money. The 6.4 is the best engine for this setup. I had a 1500. They're not a good choice for towing TT over 5000#. They're made to ride plush and car like. The 5.7 will pull a TT but at what cost. The 6.4 doesn't break a sweat and you can buy lots of gas for the difference you'll pay for the diesel. Besides, you're only towing a couple of months a year. Expect no more than 12 MPG driving around. And 8 or 9 MPG pulling.
The 5.7 towing I only got 10 MPG and I had my foot on the floorboards going up Pennsylvania hills. You go out west and you're going up and down 12% grades for miles. You won't be happy.
Then again, I could be wrong.