truck and trailer

Oldiron29

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I have the cance now for a new trailer goose neck is what. I want for moving antique tractors to and from shows. If you guys had to choose from a F-250 with a 14,000# goose neck or a F-350 with a 12,000# goose neck to stay under CDL. Truck would be diesel, would you shy away from the 250 because of it not handing the weight as good as the 350? I have had a 350 DRW with pintal hitch for 10 years 12,000# trailer. I had a 250 for my daily driver, now I am being forced to only have one truck for both.
I only want to buy this combo one time and I am giving it alot of though.
Lets hear some advice. Thanks oldiron29
 

I would want the heavier trailer, making sure that the 250 can legally pull it. No way I would get a diesel.
 
Here in the communist republic of ontario, i'd suggest the F-350 SRW camper special. 2.2 lbs gvw less than a Drw and your not considered a commercial vehicle.
 
Just some things to ponder: How much of the time will you be pulling a trailer? Will you be "maxed out" on weight with a lot of weight on the front half of the trailer; or; can you balance the weight over the trailer tires? Will you be on level ground or hilly/mountainous road? Running surface roads @ 55-60mph or interstates @ 70-75? The newer 250s use the wider tires and; if a heavy load rating; will handle weight about as well as the narrow duals. (observe how many semi-trucks use the "supersingles"). Generally; the dually will be geared a bit lower than the 250. Not much difference in springs or suspension unless you get a 1-ton cab and chassis unit. (yes, there is a difference). you are the person having to answer those questions. Personally: (and I now own a dually); If a 250 will do the job; I would do that. I would also pay attention to the rear end ratio. I have seen 250 range from 2.96 to 4.10 (special order). HAPPY SHOPPING!!!!!
 
(quoted from post at 20:25:32 06/02/15) I have the cance now for a new trailer goose neck is what. I want for moving antique tractors to and from shows. If you guys had to choose from a F-250 with a 14,000# goose neck or a F-350 with a 12,000# goose neck to stay under CDL. Truck would be diesel, would you shy away from the 250 because of it not handing the weight as good as the 350? I have had a 350 DRW with pintal hitch for 10 years 12,000# trailer. I had a 250 for my daily driver, now I am being forced to only have one truck for both.
I only want to buy this combo one time and I am giving it alot of though.
Lets hear some advice. Thanks oldiron29

I answered that very question for myself in March. F250 with a 6.7, 3.55 gears, 20" tires, and a 14k 25" bumper pull with a dovetail and triple ramps. I would have gotten a 3.31 axle, but I went w/ 4x4, and the electric locker wasn't available with the 3.31. if you go 4x2, then get the 3.31 and 18" tires.

I have 9300 on the truck so far. First 5k miles got 17mpg, 2nd 5k is averaging 17.8. Running empty w/ no trailer it will do 20+ mpg. From people I have talked to, fuel economy doesn't max out til 15-25K miles.

Alan
 
When I was there I opted for the 250 and 15000 goose neck trailer. Also 4x4 need low range more than you think.
 
(quoted from post at 04:01:45 06/16/15) When I was there I opted for the 250 and 15000 goose neck trailer. Also 4x4 need low range more than you think.

What he said. 8) You have to get north of 16k trailer before a 250 won't handle it, and handle it well.
 

My K3500 dually has an 11,400 gvwr. My gooseneck is rated at 14,000. Total gvwr for the combination is 25,400. Far under the 26,001 CDL.


For what it's worth, no way would I want a diesel. Up front cost is ridiculous and they are no longer the trouble free engines of the past.
 
(quoted from post at 16:21:54 06/16/15)
My K3500 dually has an 11,400 gvwr. My gooseneck is rated at 14,000. Total gvwr for the combination is 25,400. Far under the 26,001 CDL.


For what it's worth, no way would I want a diesel. Up front cost is ridiculous and they are no longer the trouble free engines of the past.

Agreed. I like the way my 97 12 valve tows. My trailer is typically about 14,000 lbs loaded. Its a 35' gooseneck. Truck is a Ram 2500 Cummins, 5 speed with 3.55 gears, 2wd. I wouldn't go much heavier than what I am doing.
If I had to buy a new truck, it would be a gas job. While the new diesels haul very well, the mileage isn't good and like said, the up front cost is high. The big gas jobs will get the job done for the part time hauler/hobbyist.
 
You could think outside the box and go big. I'm not regretting it. You can get medium duty trucks very cheap and build what you want. Some are even available in 4x4 and under CDL. The extra weight and braking power is very convenient. If registered and insured right you should be able to cut your yearly costs in half compared to a 1 ton, maybe different in your state. Fuel mileage may suffer, depends on what you currently use mine gets 10 empty or loaded.
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