I totally agree with you. I'm fixing to get us a Ram 2500 6.4 hemi night version and don't think we'll ever go to a fifth wheel. Jmo. All kids are grown so it's just me and wife and friends that have there rv where we can all go rving together. You can't beat the bumper pulls and with a bed cover keep things dry in back of truck. Again JMO. Not saying we won't ever buy a fifth wheel but not anytime soon. Love your videos. Have a blessed day.
I had a travel trailer and loved it as well. Upgraded to a 5th wheel. WOW! Much better towing. Same size rig. Take my hitch out when I’m not RVing. More comfortable.
On the blue ox bars how many dots are stamped. I’m sure you know they go by a dot system . I have to upgrade my bars as well, and just want to get the correct bars. Thai you
I think you made a wise choice. I have a 2500 Bighorn 6.4L and we switched from a 32ft TT to a 33ft fifth wheel. The bed space was a big thing for me, and after almost a year, I'm still grieving the loss. Our WD hitch was set up properly so the TT towed very well, and I can't notice any improvement in towing! Our 5th wheel is much nicer than our TT. But With the features going into some of these TT, such as yours, there's (almost) no need to move to a fifth wheel. Happy Camping!
AND, once you have been towing a TT and have all the equipment, have done it a couple hundred times and have the right truck, why take on ALL the new logistics associated with a 5th wheel. I'm practicing my arguments for my wife by the way...
Maybe it doesn’t seem like it, but travel trailers outsell 5th wheels. One thing I wanna also add is that TTs are more family friendly than 5ers in terms of price. Dollar for dollar, you can get a TT that sleeps more people than a fifth wheel.
Very interesting. I do fall into your camp. No problem at all with 5th wheels, but we have decided to stick with travel trailers, for pretty much the same reasons you have. Definitely I want to keep my box. It carries 2 bikes, 2 sets of golf clubs with push cart, extra battery, extra propane for our portable propane fire pit, a tool box, charcoal for the grill and more. Also we like the lower height for the same reason. We do a lot of state and provincial parks and height can be as much or more of an issue than length (mind you we are just under 30' so shorter than your unit). My third reason is articulation. I have seen quite a few folks end up banging their box with their 5th wheel trying to get into some off level, uphill or downhill camp sites. With the trailer the hitch it is much less of a challenge in out of level spots...if necessary the weight distribution bars can even be quickly removed and you can put it almost anywhere without damaging trailer or truck as the hitch pivots quite a bit in any direction. And as far as towing I also agree with you. if your weight distribution hitch is properly set up, the travel trailer tows great. But hey, end of the day that is why there are all sorts of RV options. Something for everyone's needs and desires. As always, safe travels.....
Here's wishing you a lot of luck with the new rig. Congrats on your travels. The blessing others mindset is so commendable and a big reason we make decisions on our travels and channel. Keep up the good work and maybe we will see you around. Subed to keep up and show support for what you are doing.
I agree with everything you said. We have always towed Travel Trailers and really never even consider a 5th wheel for every reason you mentioned. We currently have a Mesa Ridge 310 BHS, very similar layout to yours, and there is nothing else we need. As far as our tow rig, we did upgrade to a SRW 3500 GMC because our hitch weight is heavy and we use a Hensley Arrow hitch to tame the big trailer and nearly eliminate 100% sway. I find I can back a TT way easier, it reacts so quickly compared to a 5th wheel, I tried backing my father in laws fifth wheel and was screaming for it turn. Plus flat floor versus steps, flat floor all day. We also added a Leer Shell to the truck and the decked storage drawers, so when we are not hooked up to the trailer, all my tools, camp chairs, tables, etc are with me so if we wanted to just go hang out for a day trip its always there. Great content. I subscribed.
Hi, love your videos, all informative and entertaining. I recently traded my 2020 Ram 1500 in for a 2023 Ram 2500 Hemi. I went with the Hemi for the higher payload. The trade-in happened because my wife and I are looking to purchase a travel trailer, something comparable to what you own. I hear you plug the Blue Ox and how satisfied you are with it. Can you what specific Blue Ox you could recommend? We have our top 3 trailers we are considering: Grand Design Reflection 310 MKTS Hitch WT 970 Rockwood Signature 8337RL Hitch WT 1,315 Keystone Outback 328RL Hitch WT 1,075 Highland Ridge Open Range 322RLS Hitch WT 1,215 Thank you for any recommendations and any advice you can provide. Keep pushing their informative videos. John a subscriber
We have the blue ix sway pro. For the trailer we have now, we kept the same hitch and just upgraded to the 2000lb bars. It works fantastic and we are very happy with it. I like your list of trailers. I am obviously bias toward Grand Design because I've had such a great experience with them. I don't regret being on my second one at all. I have heard great things about the Rockwood trailer. Those would be my personal top two out of that list. Please keep us posted on what you get! Thank you for watching and your support. Happy camping!
I'm thinking about getting the same truck you have. What is your payload? Also, do you think it could safely tow a Momentum 29G or 31G with a dry hitch weight of 1600 lbs?
My payload is 2501lbs. With a loaded trailer I would budget for at least a 1900 lb tongue weight. Assuming your truck's payload was the same as mine, it would leave with 600lbs for people and luggage. I believe it will be just fine safety wise as long as its within the legal weight numbers.
Smart moves bro! I feel the same way regarding financial responsibility, tongue weight, & payload! I have the Limited in a diesel. TT are just as comfortable as a 5th wheel and most cases cost less.
I also have Ram 2500 and I have no plan to upgrade it to one ton. However, I am looking for a bigger rig. Particularly, I am looking at Reflection 31MB (aka 324MBS). It is as heavy as yours but the tongue weight is heavier since it is a fifth wheel. It will be definitively over my payload.. but I am thinking of beefing up my truck’s rear suspension. It is still not legal.. but I think it is the best choice given my situation. Anyway, your rig looks beautiful! Good choice 👍
Thank you my friend. Please be safe out there. From a frame and axle perspective, I wouldn't encourage going over weight. Naturally, it's your call but I would never recommend to go that route
@@liveyourfree as far as I know, the frame and axle of 2500 are identical to that of 3500. Only the difference is the suspension, 3500 comes with beefier leaf springs. It is the same for Chevy and Ford.
Well thought out. That's why I'm going to buy a 1 ton truck even though I have a light trailer. Planning for the future. Don't need the truck yet though. God bless.
Thanks for laying out your reasoning so clearly. We're planning for a future upgrade from TT and were "naturally" talking 5th wheels. Your thoughts have me re-thinking that, and may well save us the cost of the 1-ton truck as well.
We were thinking the same way. It is at least something to consider. That way whatever you choose will be something you can be comfortable with that fits your family's needs
I totally get where you are coming from! It would definitely be nice to be able to dodge that new truck depreciation and get one that is broken in. I completely get it. Thank you for watching and for your support!
That was my problem also with my 2500 we went from a 2400bh to a travel trailer toy hauler I would have had to go 1ton to get the toy hauler I want in a 5th wheel
It honestly is not as difficult as I thought it would have been. Just take it slow and swing wide. The true key to it is to take your time and swing wide.
I'm not personally interested in it at the moment but maybe several years down the road maybe. I like the towing aspect of things too much. They are really nice though. I just don't want to deal with the maintenance ofna class A diesel
@@liveyourfree i feel you on that brother I was ask the same question and pretty much gave the same reason but if I was to go with a drivable one it would be a super c that's as far as I would go
On the blue ox bars how many dots are stamped. I’m sure you know they go by a dot system . I have to upgrade my bars as well, and just want to get the correct bars. Thai you
Same here! Wifey and I went with a bunkhouse travel trailer instead of a 5th wheel. We didn’t want to spend an extra 20k. Got our TT on a great buy!
Nice setup..all about you and your family that's it.. making memories
Yes sir! Thank you.
I totally agree with you. I'm fixing to get us a Ram 2500 6.4 hemi night version and don't think we'll ever go to a fifth wheel. Jmo. All kids are grown so it's just me and wife and friends that have there rv where we can all go rving together. You can't beat the bumper pulls and with a bed cover keep things dry in back of truck. Again JMO. Not saying we won't ever buy a fifth wheel but not anytime soon. Love your videos. Have a blessed day.
Totally share your position. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment.
I had a travel trailer and loved it as well. Upgraded to a 5th wheel. WOW! Much better towing. Same size rig. Take my hitch out when I’m not RVing. More comfortable.
Makes sense! Happy camping and stay safe!
We would like a dryer. Swimsuits and towels! Lol how do you guys deal with all the wet stuff? Thanks!
On the blue ox bars how many dots are stamped. I’m sure you know they go by a dot system . I have to upgrade my bars as well, and just want to get the correct bars. Thai you
I think you made a wise choice. I have a 2500 Bighorn 6.4L and we switched from a 32ft TT to a 33ft fifth wheel. The bed space was a big thing for me, and after almost a year, I'm still grieving the loss. Our WD hitch was set up properly so the TT towed very well, and I can't notice any improvement in towing! Our 5th wheel is much nicer than our TT. But With the features going into some of these TT, such as yours, there's (almost) no need to move to a fifth wheel. Happy Camping!
Agreed! As long as you are happy with your choice that's all that matters. The bed of the truck being available is just really important to me
AND, once you have been towing a TT and have all the equipment, have done it a couple hundred times and have the right truck, why take on ALL the new logistics associated with a 5th wheel. I'm practicing my arguments for my wife by the way...
@Redfour5 thats a great point. Smart to practice that talk track too! 😂
Maybe it doesn’t seem like it, but travel trailers outsell 5th wheels.
One thing I wanna also add is that TTs are more family friendly than 5ers in terms of price. Dollar for dollar, you can get a TT that sleeps more people than a fifth wheel.
That's great Perspective
Came for the info, subscribed for the example of great Christian principles ✝️.
Thank you!
We love our reflection travel trailer. New subscribers here. Looking forward to your adventures
We are very happy with it. Thank you for watching and your support!
I totally agree and support your decision but man we went from a 33’ travel trailer to a 37’ fifth wheel and there is no comparison on the way it tows
I don't doubt it my friend. The point of connection of the 5th Wheel is so much more in tune with the truck than a bumper pull.
Very interesting. I do fall into your camp. No problem at all with 5th wheels, but we have decided to stick with travel trailers, for pretty much the same reasons you have. Definitely I want to keep my box. It carries 2 bikes, 2 sets of golf clubs with push cart, extra battery, extra propane for our portable propane fire pit, a tool box, charcoal for the grill and more. Also we like the lower height for the same reason. We do a lot of state and provincial parks and height can be as much or more of an issue than length (mind you we are just under 30' so shorter than your unit). My third reason is articulation. I have seen quite a few folks end up banging their box with their 5th wheel trying to get into some off level, uphill or downhill camp sites. With the trailer the hitch it is much less of a challenge in out of level spots...if necessary the weight distribution bars can even be quickly removed and you can put it almost anywhere without damaging trailer or truck as the hitch pivots quite a bit in any direction. And as far as towing I also agree with you. if your weight distribution hitch is properly set up, the travel trailer tows great. But hey, end of the day that is why there are all sorts of RV options. Something for everyone's needs and desires. As always, safe travels.....
Here's wishing you a lot of luck with the new rig. Congrats on your travels. The blessing others mindset is so commendable and a big reason we make decisions on our travels and channel. Keep up the good work and maybe we will see you around. Subed to keep up and show support for what you are doing.
Thank you. I really appreciate your support. Happy and safe camping to you all! Your channel is awesome by the way. Subscribed!
I agree with everything you said. We have always towed Travel Trailers and really never even consider a 5th wheel for every reason you mentioned. We currently have a Mesa Ridge 310 BHS, very similar layout to yours, and there is nothing else we need. As far as our tow rig, we did upgrade to a SRW 3500 GMC because our hitch weight is heavy and we use a Hensley Arrow hitch to tame the big trailer and nearly eliminate 100% sway. I find I can back a TT way easier, it reacts so quickly compared to a 5th wheel, I tried backing my father in laws fifth wheel and was screaming for it turn. Plus flat floor versus steps, flat floor all day. We also added a Leer Shell to the truck and the decked storage drawers, so when we are not hooked up to the trailer, all my tools, camp chairs, tables, etc are with me so if we wanted to just go hang out for a day trip its always there. Great content. I subscribed.
This is great. Thank you for adding value and subscribing. I appreciate your support.
Hi, love your videos, all informative and entertaining.
I recently traded my 2020 Ram 1500 in for a 2023 Ram 2500 Hemi. I went with the Hemi for the higher payload.
The trade-in happened because my wife and I are looking to purchase a travel trailer, something comparable to what you own. I hear you plug the Blue Ox and how satisfied you are with it. Can you what specific Blue Ox you could recommend?
We have our top 3 trailers we are considering:
Grand Design Reflection 310 MKTS
Hitch WT 970
Rockwood Signature 8337RL
Hitch WT
1,315
Keystone Outback 328RL
Hitch WT 1,075
Highland Ridge Open Range 322RLS
Hitch WT 1,215
Thank you for any recommendations and any advice you can provide. Keep pushing their informative videos.
John a subscriber
We have the blue ix sway pro. For the trailer we have now, we kept the same hitch and just upgraded to the 2000lb bars. It works fantastic and we are very happy with it.
I like your list of trailers. I am obviously bias toward Grand Design because I've had such a great experience with them. I don't regret being on my second one at all. I have heard great things about the Rockwood trailer. Those would be my personal top two out of that list. Please keep us posted on what you get! Thank you for watching and your support. Happy camping!
Great choice on the Blue Ox Sway Pro hitch! My personal preference as well and one that I always recommend.
Absolutely. It does so well. I have no need to move away from it. It just makes sense to me
I'm thinking about getting the same truck you have. What is your payload? Also, do you think it could safely tow a Momentum 29G or 31G with a dry hitch weight of 1600 lbs?
My payload is 2501lbs. With a loaded trailer I would budget for at least a 1900 lb tongue weight. Assuming your truck's payload was the same as mine, it would leave with 600lbs for people and luggage. I believe it will be just fine safety wise as long as its within the legal weight numbers.
Smart moves bro! I feel the same way regarding financial responsibility, tongue weight, & payload! I have the Limited in a diesel. TT are just as comfortable as a 5th wheel and most cases cost less.
67 percent buy a travel trailer so resale and trade in gets you more interest.
I also have Ram 2500 and I have no plan to upgrade it to one ton. However, I am looking for a bigger rig. Particularly, I am looking at Reflection 31MB (aka 324MBS). It is as heavy as yours but the tongue weight is heavier since it is a fifth wheel. It will be definitively over my payload.. but I am thinking of beefing up my truck’s rear suspension. It is still not legal.. but I think it is the best choice given my situation. Anyway, your rig looks beautiful! Good choice 👍
Thank you my friend. Please be safe out there. From a frame and axle perspective, I wouldn't encourage going over weight. Naturally, it's your call but I would never recommend to go that route
@@liveyourfree as far as I know, the frame and axle of 2500 are identical to that of 3500. Only the difference is the suspension, 3500 comes with beefier leaf springs. It is the same for Chevy and Ford.
A 324MBS has a pin weight of 1950lbs, how can that be over your payload if you have a 2500?
Like every one of your comments !We have the 2910bh with the rear storage compartment ! Love GD ! Pull it with a f250 SD Diesel, pulls great !
Thank you! We have really enjoyed grand design. Happy camping and stay safe!
Well thought out. That's why I'm going to buy a 1 ton truck even though I have a light trailer. Planning for the future. Don't need the truck yet though. God bless.
That's good wisdom to think ahead like that. Happy camping and God bless!
We are looking at both options. My wife says I would hate giving up my truck bed space. We do have a 1 ton truck so we can go either direction
You are setup well with options! Happy camping!
Thanks for laying out your reasoning so clearly. We're planning for a future upgrade from TT and were "naturally" talking 5th wheels. Your thoughts have me re-thinking that, and may well save us the cost of the 1-ton truck as well.
We were thinking the same way. It is at least something to consider. That way whatever you choose will be something you can be comfortable with that fits your family's needs
you should try a Hensley hitch
I have heard they are great
We have the same travel trailer and pull it with a Ram 2500 and a ProPride 3P hitch. It tows like a dream.
awesome
Thank you sir
Got me thinking, thanks... SHE wants a fifth wheel...
It's worth considering to make sure you get what will work best for you all. Let me know how it goes!
I feel you on the finance side of it. 1 ton trucks cost a small fortune. We have joined your adventures. Look forward to seeing more videos. #KapKen
I have a 2019 F150 that I'm looking to trade and order a new 2023 F250 so I can buy a
I totally get where you are coming from! It would definitely be nice to be able to dodge that new truck depreciation and get one that is broken in. I completely get it. Thank you for watching and for your support!
That was my problem also with my 2500 we went from a 2400bh to a travel trailer toy hauler I would have had to go 1ton to get the toy hauler I want in a 5th wheel
Exactly. I get where you are coming from
How is it towing something that long is it difficult doing the right turn?
It honestly is not as difficult as I thought it would have been. Just take it slow and swing wide. The true key to it is to take your time and swing wide.
I wanna 28bh so bad
what is the GVWR for your travel trailet
I think its GVWR is 11,295 lbs
@@ClayBesong yes sir. That's correct
? Will you ever go with a class A diesel? 🤔
I'm not personally interested in it at the moment but maybe several years down the road maybe. I like the towing aspect of things too much. They are really nice though. I just don't want to deal with the maintenance ofna class A diesel
@@liveyourfree i feel you on that brother I was ask the same question and pretty much gave the same reason but if I was to go with a drivable one it would be a super c that's as far as I would go
@@gardnetbush9768 we are on the EXACT wavelength. I literally just said that yesterday in a conversation.
@@liveyourfree 👍
@@liveyourfree my toy hauler is the grand design momentum 29g 2021
On the blue ox bars how many dots are stamped. I’m sure you know they go by a dot system . I have to upgrade my bars as well, and just want to get the correct bars. Thai you