Dually or Single Rear Wheel Truck to Tow Our Fifth Wheel? | Full Time RV Living for Beginners

[@markgreen2488]

On the drive-in car wash topic, there is a new style of track system that does accept dually trucks. The track system is a big mat that doesn't require those metal rails that limit it to srw vehicles only. I have been using our local location for several months, and it works great!!! Here in Texas, the car wash chain is called Royal Wash.

[@gfexplorers]

Oh, that is great! Thanks for sharing!

[@RhubarbAndCod]

The towing power of the dually is incredible! So amazing you found something with such capacity. I'm so glad you didn't reveal what 5th wheel you're going with yet... it's very exciting and we're not ready for this part of the journey to be over. Can't wait to see the announcement in the coming days!

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, it could haul just about anything! It will be interesting to ride in such a big truck and even more interesting to drive it!

[@donmcdaniel2863]

Dually does not add power but stability.

[@carlosh6497]

@@donmcdaniel2863is that why it seems to to tow anything because of its stability?

[@jeremyhenry9917]

Coming as I'm a diesel mechanic I would say your best option is to get an srw throw 2 supersingles and air bags in the rear. Makes it great for towing and you can always take the supersingles off so that you don't have to daily with essentially I dually. Have a great day hope I could help 👍

[@gfexplorers]

Oh, that's a great idea! Never thought of that.

[@scottygraybelljr9968]

@jameswestfall5662 you can throw 14 Wides on it

[@mtnvalleylover1]

Interesting video. Am going through a similar situation however I decided that safety was a big factor. I also live in Colorado and going down hills is the big issue when pulling 18,000 lbs behind you. That is why i choose a Ram 3500 dually with air suspension. Ram has the best exhaust brake. Ford will get you the hill first and down first. You never have to touch the breaks on the Ram but at least 9 plus times on the Ford on the tunnel.

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, safety is the most important concern, in our opinion. Glad you found a great truck!

[@mtnvalleylover1]

@@gfexplorers People get so worked up about there favorate brand however, they are all good trucks and all have pros and cons. We are getting ready to go full time in the next few months maybe we will run into you. We are currently in Grand Junction and plan to head to Florida in the next few months so my momcn spend some time with her brothers.

[@gfexplorers]

@@mtnvalleylover1 I agree. Everyone has their favorite truck yet all are good in most ways. We actually are not RVing anymore as of earlier this year. We are now in the Detroit area adjusting to life without wheels. It's been good so far.

[@THPOOKY]

I have never dealt with a dealership that's had my best interests at heart...

[@gfexplorers]

Agreed!!!

[@ronhanway9384]

Most banks and drive thrus now accommodate Dually. Extra rear wheels are a safety plus.

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, but it's pretty tight!!! We love the extra safety we get from the dually. Howie is BIG!!

[@andyhegarty820]

My first truck was a 2001 Ford F-150 king ranch had it for a couple years and I loved it had it for 3 years till I had to get rid of it since it didn’t pass my states inspection my freshman year of college I had some money saved up and got me 2013 ram 1500 big horn, I loved that truck too but I replaced it and got something newer and my first real pay check was used as a down payment for the truck I currently own a 2018 sliverado 1500 LT, I’ve loved all my truck I like all brands but maybe I like my Silverado more because since it’s newer it has more convenient features to me that the other trucks didn’t offer cuz of time and what I could afford at the time.

[@gfexplorers]

Wow, you have the opportunity to own the big three brands of trucks: Ford, Chevy, and RAM. That's great to be able to compare and contrast. Glad you found the one you love!

[@Alex-wk2dp]

You can take a dually through a drive-thru I’ve seen it on a 2016 model and a 2019.

[@gfexplorers]

Good to know. We have not attempted it, and I don't think we will. Just because you can, doesn't mean you should!

[@marcmaevers2980]

I am killing myself trying to get an F 450 or F350 dually but would def take an Ram 3500 as well.

[@gfexplorers]

They are hard to find typically. We are no longer RVing and sold ours over the summer. It went so fast!!!

[@marcmaevers2980]

@ oh wow! Sorry to hear that

[@gfexplorers]

It's all good. We had two great years on the road and it was time to settle back down.

[@dane_jah]

Something you need to condenser is the DOT will require you to have a class A CDL if your combined truck and trailer GVWR is over 26,000 pounds. So if your trucks GVWR is 14,000 and your trailer is 12,001 you will need a class A CDL

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, that is a great point! Thanks for commenting. We are a few thousand pounds under that designation.

[@codygazaway3059]

This goes by state most states consider 5th wheels as recreational no cdl required

[@SULLIEDASP]

I got a Chevy Silverado Texas addition 9,000 maybe can go up to 12,000-12,500. But we need to get up too 15,000 for are 5th wheel trailer. Maybe adding dul tires turbo shocks or springs. Or maybe can remove weight from the trailer don't really want to get another truck or afford a 2500 less it's used and we already had one and it broke down.

[@gfexplorers]

It's a tough call to make.

[@tonyteresa8145]

the dually is no wider than your mirrors, I drive a 3500 chevy dually long bed cc and its just like any other rig now, my wife loves driving it as well.

[@gfexplorers]

It's easy to drive, just a bit challenging to park.

[@JonBecker81]

Get a toy hauler 5th wheel and throw a couple smaller motorcycles or one big Harley in the back to go down town on.

[@gfexplorers]

We went the fifth wheel route, not toy hauler.

[@karlbrown5569]

I’m looking at purchasing a new 2022 F350. I’m also purchasing a 5th wheel camper that weighs 14,300 lbs (dry weight). About 16,800 with cargo. Would a dually be needed or can I get by with SRW. I’m hearing mixed reviews but some have pointed out the “security” a dually gives while driving. To add, I won’t be towing this camper but 1-2 a month. Please help!

[@gfexplorers]

Karl, can you get by with an SRW, short answer, yes. You mention you are only pulling 1-2 months, so if its going to be your daily drive, well, a dually is a massive daily driver for a couple of months of towing! Another consideration is will you be towing in the mountains? That could sway your decision, as well. Take a closer look at your numbers: A properly equipped 350srw is rated at 21,700 5th wheel tow capacity. If you apply the 80% rule I talk about in the video, that takes you to 17,360 which IS still below your 16,800-5th wheel GVWR. But look deeper; The cargo capacity is around 3,500 pounds on the SRW. I'm guessing your pin weight will be around 2,500 pounds. That leaves 1,000 pounds for passengers, fuel and stuff. 36 gallons of diesel is going to be around 280lbs. 2 adults around 500 pounds leaves you with around 215 pounds of stuff in the truck and you are at max GVWR, that's not much tool, cargo or backseat passengers. To me, that's the issue - you are pushing a SRW GVWR with the rig you are looking to pull. Did I answer your question, I'm sure I just made it even more confusing and added additional things to think about! The SRW can certainly pull it, you'll be near max truck GVWR. Do you want a DRW as a daily drive? The short amount of time you're pulling, is it in the mountains? Ultimately, what's your comfort factor? Those are questions only you can answer. Price really isn't an issue; they are only a grand or so off each other. Oh, if you have time to wait, order vs. trying to find used, prices are stupid crazy in the used market right now! Good luck! Let me know what you choose!

[@karlbrown5569]

@@gfexplorers thanks for the quick response. I need to clarify. I’ll be pulling this Montana camper about 1 to 2 times per month . I live in the Midwest (Indiana) and will more than likely be throughout the Midwest for camping. Occasionally I may venture out west or even south east. A dually as a daily driver isn’t ideal but it may be needed.

[@gfexplorers]

Another consideration is if you want to upgrade your 5th wheel, you're at the upper limits of what a SRW can tow. For me, the biggest thing is the trucks GVWR. Good luck!

[@karlbrown5569]

@@gfexplorers I've decided on the F350 DRW!! Thanks for your help.

[@gfexplorers]

Awesome, Karl. Great choice! Ours should show up around mid February. We plan to do a walk around, features and test drive video once we get it in our hands. Hope we can meet on the road someday. Cheers!

[@shearenergy8203]

Why not a f-450 or 550 it’s a wide track better and easier to drive

[@gfexplorers]

For a daily driver, the 350 was the better option for us.

[@rogergraves242]

Sure it is any thing under 2014, That away No DEFF which is expensive.

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, DEFF can be pricey.

[@rogergraves242]

Montana Legacy

[@gfexplorers]

Yes, those are great rigs.

[@rogergraves242]

No 6. Months To A year On A new order. & it might be Electric.

[@gfexplorers]

That was back in 21.

[@adamshaw8214]

That girl don't give a shit about towing.

[@gfexplorers]

Thank you for referring to this 55-year-old woman as a girl!! You made my day!!

[@adamshaw8214]

@@gfexplorers she's a beauty.

[@slaytanic921]

@@adamshaw8214 that she is.