fireman_pete
Junior Member
We are getting ready to buy a TT, and l am looking to hopefully buy my "forever" tow vehicle. I currently have a 2021 Tundra which I LOVE, but the payload sucks. It is just under 1300# total payload.
We are looking at a TT that will be less than 30' long and weigh no more than 10K pounds total. Most camping will be within 200-300 miles of So Cal, but we are planning to move to Montana or Northern Idaho in about 3 years.
I know I want at least a 2500, but the question is the engine. When I first convinced myself I needed a new tow vehicle, I was sold it had to be a diesel. However, I am worried about the limited payload capacity with the 2500 diesel. I am sure the Hemi would work for my needs, but I want this truck to last for me for the foreseeable future. I have also looked at the Chevy/GMC 2500 as they have a higher GVWR but I love the look of the Ram. I am looking at a Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.5' bed, most likely the Laramie or Limited. Main question is the engine.
When the truck is not being used as tow vehicle, it will sit most of the week and only be used on the weekends.
I would rather buy overkill upfront, and not have to upgrade in a few years.
What do you all suggest.
TIA!
We are looking at a TT that will be less than 30' long and weigh no more than 10K pounds total. Most camping will be within 200-300 miles of So Cal, but we are planning to move to Montana or Northern Idaho in about 3 years.
I know I want at least a 2500, but the question is the engine. When I first convinced myself I needed a new tow vehicle, I was sold it had to be a diesel. However, I am worried about the limited payload capacity with the 2500 diesel. I am sure the Hemi would work for my needs, but I want this truck to last for me for the foreseeable future. I have also looked at the Chevy/GMC 2500 as they have a higher GVWR but I love the look of the Ram. I am looking at a Crew Cab, 4x4, 6.5' bed, most likely the Laramie or Limited. Main question is the engine.
When the truck is not being used as tow vehicle, it will sit most of the week and only be used on the weekends.
I would rather buy overkill upfront, and not have to upgrade in a few years.
What do you all suggest.
TIA!