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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I've narrowed it down to these two. 35K is the lowest price that I can get on the gas one (1st link). Haven't negotiated on the diesel. It's private party so he might come down to 34K. The private party lives close enough that i can go see it. Although you can't tell by the description or the...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    What do you guys think of this one? https://www.craigandlandrethpre-owned.com/vdp/11917082/Used-2017-RAM-2500-Big-Horn-Crew-Cab-4x4-for-sale-in-Clarksville-IN-47129
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    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?
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Please enlighten me if possible on what those add ones are using simple terms please. Also AZ is where I plan to head in mid January. Do you Boondock At all out in that area?
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    For those I interested, it’s a buyers market on 2500s right now. I do not think the 1500 is going to cut it for me long-term.
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Thanks! As of now I'm focusing on the 2500. My initial search pulled back 5 for the entire US. The one I like has been wrecked. Trying to get accident report...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I know. I'll have to check it out. My initial response is I'll have to buy the Ford truck with a certain trim and options to get to what I need, vs the 2500 will serve my needs out of the box, regardless of model or eng.
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I think I'll start looking at 2500s or F150, which I know nothing about, but it appears that it can easily handle my load and then some. You guys have any thoughts on F150 vs 2500 Ram? I know it's not an apples to apples comparison. I really do like the Rams. Again, I really appreciate all the...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I see now. Thanks!
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Here's the hitch that I have
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Thanks for posting this! To ensure that I understand, I'm going to use my truck (2005 Yukon XL 1500) as an example. 1. 5268 curb weight. plus me and towables. I'll assume 600lbs, 695lbs for tongue ( Does this mean given this calculation and #4 I could only tow 7437 Max?) 2. 7000 3. 7000 4...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    14 would be great!
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    What about this? https://www.mariontoyota.com/used/Dodge/2008-Dodge-Ram+1500-Marion-1d1287ec0a0e0ae8632ffabea673de32.htm It has 3.92 axle and all towing features. I know it would be a risky situation, however I could keep my car.
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Good point. To answer your question, both. If I have to fork out a big sum of money (40K), i'll have to get rid of my current truck and a nice Lexus. And then come up with another 15K for the balance. And then I'm stuck driving a gas guzzler around town. I'm recently retired, so I'm trying to...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Couldn't find used 3.92. I'm convinced based on what I read that under normal conditions that I can get at least 15 on the eco. How much would the 6.4 under the same circumstances? 6? You guys are the experts. It seems the eco diesel is not the way to go. I may use my 2005 Yukon year 1 and see...
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I will not have much. Me, my dog, a generator and bare necessities. I keep hearing everyone say the weight adds up quickly.
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    Right, but I will save 5 miles per gallon on gas, however I have not completed the Math on the difference between the cost of diesel versus gas.
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    Need to make buying decision based on towing; Please help!

    I'm a newbie to the truck/travel trailer world and I'm trying to decide what to buy if anything to pull my new/used travel trailer. The travel trailer can be maxed out 7000. Dry Weight 5,160 lbs.GVWR 7,000 lbs.Hitch Weight 695 lbs. I plan to travel about 2 months out of the year out west and...

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