Towing a 32ft travel trailer in the mountains with a Ram 1500 Half-Ton Truck SAFELY
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- Опубликовано: 15 апр 2021
- Watch as a Ram 1500 half ton truck safely tows a 32ft travel trailer. Half Ton trucks can get it done with the proper setup, within numbers, and precautions. Know your limitations and tow accordingly.
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We just bought our travel trailer and I couldn't be more stoked! I enjoyed your video, and thanks for making it! I have a 22 ram 1500 5.7 hemi. Had no issues getting her home. I'm retired. I'm never in a hurry!
What size trailer?
That piece you said about putting your pride away. That's 100% true. Keep up the good videos man..excited to see what you got coming in the future.
Thank you my friend. I appreciate you taking the time to watch
I just came from a trip 600miles Georgia and Tennessee with my new 34FT trailer and RAM 1500. Previously i owned a 30FT, so this was a test. I got into steep inclines 6% and 8%. As you said and totally agree, keep your pride off and drive safe. Uphill the truck was doing 50mph in 4th gear, and didn’t need to go faster. Downhill, the tow/haul mode works fantastic it downshift to 4th and one time to 3th, but the downhill was so controlled that i felt always calm. A diesel or a 3/4T truck will do better, but this is what i have and love this truck, and i felt always under control. No issues with a 1500 towing around 8500 pounds. Note that, i have increased tire pressure slightly in the rear, and it made a huge difference in the sway.
I'm thankful you had a safe trip! Thank you for the feedback °
Your kids sure look relaxed knowing Dad's got things under control LOL. Good video.
Well said, bruh. Everything you said was SPOT ON! I just took my family through Utah, Wyoming, Montana, South Dakota, and more. I was able to stay safe, thank God. I have a 2012 GMC 3/4 ton pickup with an 8000 lb travel trailer. We took it over the scales and discovered the total weight was 16,620. It was extremely stressful in the mountains, but we made it through. Thank you for the video. Loved seeing your babies in the background. You kept them nice and safe.
Thank you!
I have been guilty of pride. I didn't know at the time but experience has taught me not to be so stupid. Thanks for the great video.
My friend I think there could be a case made that we all have at some level and in some way. The good thing is many of us have learned from it. Some folks are still waiting to learn the lesson to. I appreciate you watching
Thanks for posting this. Stay safe, and God Bless you! You kept saying to watch the trailer, I did watch it, but I gotta say I loved watching your kids riding and napping. Brought back some fun memories. Thanks again!
Thank you for your videos!! I have a ‘21 RAM 1500 and we’re about to buy a 30’ travel trailer. Your videos are helping me get a good idea of what I’m getting into.
What a great video! Looking forward to pulling my first trailer. You definitely gave me some confidence.
You do a fantastic job with your tow videos. Thank you very much!!
Thank you my friend
Thank you, thank you, thank you. So much wisdom you shared. Beautiful family too.
Thank you and thank you for watching!
Thank you! You gave me a boost of confidence! I just bought a 29ft towable and was worried about my half ton 4x4 Ram not being enough I made some small additions to increase safety! Thank you and God Bless!
Great video! A lot of good information here for those of us that use that half ton and I appreciate you making it a point to remind people it is ok to go under the speed limit. I’ve got a Titan and have been extremely impressed rowing our 32’. Thanks for the video.
Thank you for watching! Stay safe and happy camping!
Dude your timing is great! Was just asking the same question getting ready to cross the sierra nevadas towards the rocky's. Thanks for being the guy who answer the "wish I had" questions.
Absolutely! Glad it helps. Safe travels and happy camping!
Man you nailed it this was the exact video I was hoping to find great work 🙏
Learned so much watching this. Thanks! Excited to pull my 32ft Trailer
I'm happy it helps. Enjoy and happy camping. Please let me know how it goes!
That grade between Morganton and the Tennessee border is no joke.
Been towing in the Adirondacks for 35 years with a 1/2 ton Ford and have not had a problem. I have had to pull over for wind. Take your time we all should be enjoying the ride just as much as the camping. You did a awesome video well said.
Great video with good advice, cute kids in the back! Your a good man with good common sense. Thanks for taking the time to make and share your video.
Man this video makes me feel so much better, thank you. I bought our first trailer, we bought a 2017 keystone pasport ultra lite, trailer weighs 5500 pounds and i have an 09 silverado 1500.
Thank you! This video helped a ton! My wife and I just picked up our first trailer (almost identical length and weight) and also towing with a ram 1500. Our favorite vacation spot is the great Smokey mountain area and knowing this is something we can handle with our setup is a huge relief. Thanks again!
Congrats on your new trailer! I'm glad it helped. The Ram does a really great job towing. I have been really impressed with it tows. The Great Smokey Mountains are awesome to vacation to. Happy camping and thanks for watching!
After watching a lot of videos, THANK U for that no male ego way of driving.
Thank you for this driving lesson. I have a 2019 1500 Limited and will be towing a 30' Rockwood, and am looking forward to driving to the smokies and Florida next year.
That's good stuff! I hope you enjoy it. Stay safe and happy camping! Thanks for watching and happy camping!
Another very useful video! Your perspective is so valuable!
Thank you and thank you for watching!
Watching how other trailers ahead of you react to wind gusts and bumps in the road is a great idea..
Thanks for the time and effort on this video.
Great video and great advice. I will be towing my 31’ Grand Design Transcend 260RB to Cherokee NC next week for the first time in the mountains with a RV and a 2016 Chevy Silverado Crew 1/2 ton truck. Your video was spot on , thanks for the advice.
Thank you. I hope all went well and was an enjoyable trip!
Lovely family. 1500 is capable and good enough for your trailer when you know what you are doing! Thanks for the informative video.
Thank you my friend. I 100% agree with you! Thank you for watching!
Thank you sir. I love your presentation. You provide solid food for thought…👍
Great video and great job. Keep your pride out of it and get you and your family to the destination safely. Have fun and stay safe
Great video! Thanks! A lot of things to look for and good info.
I really appreciate this video. I’m about to make a trip through skyline drive in Va and this gave me the confidence to do it. We generally head down to Florida and I’ve got tens of thousands of miles under my belt but never mountain runs.
Awesome video thank you I just started Rv with the family helped me out a lot
Thank you and congrats/welcome to the journey! No matter what take your time and stay with a defensive mindset. Safe travels and happy camping!
Great info on the downhill brake application you supplied. One of my biggest fears going down a steep grade towing 31” tt is not being able to stop! Love it brotha!
Great video. A lot of good info presented very well. I like the “airplane crash mode” in the back seat every now and then.
Thank you very much. Lol at the airplane mode! Thanks for watching!
Excellent video. I just upgraded my tow vehicle and we went on a short trip (60 miles); on the way back, wind was pretty high. Pulled off to the side several times to let 18 wheelers and other folks go by. Towing a 29.5 trailer with an F150 with Max Tow Package. Making some adjustments to the WDH (new truck sits higher). Safe travels and keep the content going!
I'm almost a year late but I appreciate your comment! Happy camping and stay safe out there! I appreciate your smart approach to pulling a trailer!
Just got back from a trip with our 30’ TT (7,500 lb loaded) & Max tow F-150 over the smokies/blue ridge mountains. On all my trips, I prefer to slow down (within safe reason), stick to the right lane, and just let everyone else pass me. Much more relaxing. I once chose to lock out 4th and above for a long steep downhill grade. Boy that engine whined, but barely had to touch the brakes.
Sounds like an experienced driver to me! Thank you for adding value with your comment. I'm glad you all had a safe trip!
I have a 30ft travel trailer that is 9500 lbs gross. I used to tow with a 1/2 ton, on paper, within max limits.
Upgraded to a 3/4 ton, night and day difference. Braking, acceleration, handling all were better.
You talked about anxiety, it’s gone wayyyy down since I have the right set up.
It’s not about going faster, even when you slow down, in a emergency stop or turn, I like knowing that I have the confidence it’s gonna perform properly.
Thanks for towing advice and tips , stay safe & happy Rv camping, from my family to yours.
Thank you my friend
Great video. I have a 2019 Ram Laramie 1500 with the tow package and 3:92 rear end and just ordered the Imagine 2670MK 32’ 6800 lbs empty did all the numbers with the truck and trailer weights and all safe to tow with the 1/2 ton.. this video just makes it reassuring that I won’t have a problem. Thanks
Congrats on your new order! The 2670MKs are really nice. I'm glad it helps. You will be fine especially with a truck that is properly equipped like yours is. Thanks for watching and happy camping.
Bravo. I'm a truck driver by trade. My saying has always been learning your vehicle and being aware on the road can be a fun experience. Way too many people like you said it's a pride issue. Let's not for the most important thing is experience. It's not just in RV's, it's the ranchers when hauling live stock. Most of them are bad driver's with no common sense and respect for others on the road. Any one can do this just be mindful of yourself and your vehicle's and others on the road ways.
Awesome info my wife and I are looking to purchase our first travel trailer and have a 1500 Silverado thanks for the great video content helping me out in my search
Awesome video. Thanks for the information and pointers. Super helpful. I'm about to start my RV adventures full time. God bless.
Thank you for posting this. I'm shopping for a Winnebago Micro MInnie to pull behind my 09 Tahoe, and you offer some really solid advice!
Glad it helps! That sounds like a perfect setup you are putting together!
Great video sir. I appreciate your candid opinions on speed and pride. Excellent advice.
Thank you and thank you for watching. I appreciate you taking the time to comment as well.
Great video! You are precise, articulate and smart! The information you are putting out is crucial and important. Thank you!
Thank you my friend
Right on the money. Very good advise. Thanks
Thank you!
Hey "Free! "you inspired me to keep my beautiful half ton instead of trading up to a 3/4 ton to tow my Grand Design 2800bh. I invested in airbags and an anti-sway hitch to stay in control. She tows very smooth and safe! Thanks!
Glad the video helped! Stay safe out there and have a great camping season!
Thank you for the informative video. I enjoyed the information and defensive driving techniques pertaining to towing a travel trailer. Safe travels and God bless
God bless my friend. Thanks for watching and I apologize for the late response
Great job explaining to people how to rely on the engine and transmission to work properly and not make the driver do it by riding the brakes constantly! I also have a Ram 1500 5.7 Hemi (2019) with the 3.92 rear gears and love how it tows by 28 footer,
Thank you. I love how the ram performs as well. It really makes it convenient to tow. The 3.92 is a great gear ratio for that truck. Thank you for watching.
Thanks for the great video and I truly appreciate it!
Thank you! I hope it helps
Good stuff man. I tow a 25 foot travel trailer with my f150. Planning to upgrade to a 29.5 trailer sometime next year. Everything you said here was spot on. My biggest tip is like you mentioned, it’s ok to go under the speed limit. On a 70mph highway, I’m in the right lane doing 55-65 depending on the terrain. Stay safe out there!
Great video, Thanks.
Great video Nic. Thanks and be safe
Thank you my friend! Thanks for watching!
Thank you! I have a new f150 with the 3.5 ecoboost and max tow package. I bought that because it gets 24 mpg and works as a daily driver. I want the same Grand design you have but I've seen so much about no longer than 26ft or no heavier than 6000 pounds. I live in NC so your video hit the nail on the head. Well spoken, articulate and great points all the way through. Thanks again my friend!
I'm really glad it was helpful. You can do it safely and comfortably. Just take it as fast or as slow as needed to stay within what I call the "safety zone". Thanks for watching and I hope everything works out well with the trailer you decide on!
I'm going to purchase a 28ft imagine. Looks like any brand 1/2 tons gets single digit mpg. 3/4 ton gets better mpg however a slight bit rougher ride and worse mpg not towing. Just thinking about trade offs. Ford is a smooth ride but duramax gets better mpg (rougher ride). Then thinking about better mpg with a diesel vs the higher cost of diesel then adding DEF. Maybe a 3/4 ton Ram gas might be better for both towing and unhooking to see the town. Any suggestions?
INVALUABLE INFO! Thank you! I am a big fan! Cheers
Thank you. I really appreciate you watching and glad it brought value
Great video!! Speaking facts brother!
Like your way of thinking I am getting ready to start towing with my half ton and a 30 foot travel trailer, excited and a little nervous all at the same time. I know I can do this.
Thank you. You can do it. Just take it slow and make sure you can stay within your numbers and take it slow. Also, I would recommend good towing tires and a weight distribution hitch. Happy camping!
If you are not hauling across the United States you don't need to worry about anything! If you are just a weekend occasional camper a half ton would do just fine. I do it as well. Just don't put too much stuff on the bed and you will handle just fine. I never felt unsafe I don't drive more than 4 hour hauling my rig,usually 1 hr away from my destination
Man you got some great insight! I usually drive fast in my 1500, unless I have a trailer hooked! 😅 Then I drive like an old man! Arrive alive!
Really appreciate your video! We have a half ton with a 2600RB and it does just fine through the Ozark Mountains. Have been considering going to the Smokies but was concerned that our truck might not be enough. Thank you for this!
I'm glad it helped. Just curious, what gear ratio do you have? Take it slow and enjoy the ride. Don't be in a rush and you will be just fine. Let me know how it goes. Happy camping and safe travels!
I have a 2600 as well, I was towing with the 3.5EB, just upgraded to a super duty.
Best video on how to handle towing on steep grades.
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Apparently the kids have heard this plenty of times, they are out cold in the back lol awesome content man!
Thanks for the video man, very helpful and Informative!
Glad it helped. Thank you for watching!
I really appreciate your video, brother. Well done. Good assessment of what you're experiencing and how to stay safe and calm. Happy camping.
Thank you and thanks for watching happy camping. It's almost peak season again
@@liveyourfree I hear ya. We're still researching our first trailer. What we're looking at is closer to 32'. I've got a RAM 1500 REBEL. I know my numbers, I've done the math for weights and payload and tongue weight, etc... very helpful to hear from someone who's actually towing a 32' trailer with a similar truck. And good to know how it does in the Smokies, we love it up that way, but do most of our camping down near the coast and salt marshes of SE GA / NE FL.
I love your mindset 🙏
I appreciate you. Thanks
Great presentation, very sound advise sir. I could tell by the sleeping children you had this under control. Australia loves travel videos, we are a nation of Caravaners. When we get out of lockdown!! God bless you and your precious family.
Thank you my friend. I pray you all are able to get out of lock down soon! I appreciate you watching and for your comment!
Awesome 👏 video!
Thank you!
Very helpful, thanks...safe travels
Great video!
Thank you!
Thanks, Im a Ram 1500 owner ISO a trailer rv.. Good info!
Love your honest facts . Pride is a bad thing.
Thank you. Agreed! I appreciate you watching.
Just bought us a 30ft TT. However im towing with my 18 tundra crewmax equiped with 4.30 gear and both front/rear TRD sway bars to help. Bought a wdh too so hopefully all works out safely not everyone have a 3/4 truck. good videos man.
so helpful. thank you!!
Excellent video you're right on with everything you said I love the tow haul mode on my pickup truck you just got to go slower down Hills never have to be in a hurry
Thank you and I agree. Safe travels and happy camping! Thanks for watching and for your comment!
Good info, presented very well. most helpful, keep it up !
Great video 👍
Thanks for sharing. My first time camper will come in July. I've never towed. I'm sure my heart will be beating alot faster for the first few miles. Thanks for the tips.
Congrats on the new trailer! What type/ size did you get?
@@liveyourfree 2021 wildwood 22rbs
@@randymillsjr.1730 Nice. You will be just fine. When in doubt take it slow. Enjoy building memories!
I have a Ram 1550, 3.92 rear axle ratio and tow my 284BHS and I want to thank you for this video. My family and I drove this exact route this weekend and I watched your video beforehand as I had never driven with my trailer in the mountains. The tips, advice, and feedback were instrumental, particularly the piece about being calm and not letting your pride get the better of you. Got up and down that first ridge out of Spartansburg with minimal issue. Thank you!!!
This is awesome to hear! I'm glad you guys had a safe trip and the video was able to provide some value. Thanks for watching and for your comment! Means a lot.
Great advice. We tow a 30ft TT with our Ram 1500, we're well within weight limits for towing and payload but it can still create some anxiety which is a real thing that you have to account for.
Absolutely my friend. I believe that goes unnoticed so often. Thanks for watching and happy camping!
Hello, I am looking to buy a 23 1500 limited with the 3.92 rear end. They are difficult to find especially in 2X4 but we would like to tow the Jayco White Hawk 26FK. She is a bit nose heavy but well within the limits of the truck. My concern is the length of the trailer. This thing is huge for a half ton. Do you have any experience so far towing something that big? The TT will max out at @8000 lb. Thanks
Hey great video I'm kind of new at it so I definitely got some good pointers from you thank you
Great video man. Nicely done. Kids are adorable also. I'm currently towing my Forest River Surveyor 276BHLE (32' long, 7200 lbs fully loaded) with my 2018 Mercedes GLS 450. It's certainly less than ideal and less capable than a half ton truck but as long as I'm not taking it in the mountains and as long as I'm careful, it tows no problem. I'll soon be upgrading to a GMS Sierra 1500 Denali with the 3.0L Duramax so I can tow even more safely and be able to take it up to Lake Tahoe. Still comfortably within my tow limit but I'm getting super close to my payload capacity. The self-leveling air suspension works great on the Mercedes, but if I over work it, something is going to fail eventually and that will be an expensive fix!
Great review
Excellent video. Well thought out and informative. I have a Ram 3500 dually and tow a small toy hauler (12,800 gvw) AND A 42 FT 5th wheel (15,500 gvw). As a rule I don't tow above 70, most of the time I'm at 65 (better economy and I believe safer). So far neither of my rigs have been at or even near the max gross weight. I have no desire to push it but I did get a truck rated to tow 30,180 pounds just for peace of mind. Keep up the great work and stay safe!
Thank you my friend. I like your approach. Safe travels and happy camping!
Great advice regardless of tow vehicle. 1/2 ton, 3/4 ton, and 1 ton owners should follow some of your good points. Safe travels my friend
Thank you my friend and thank you for watching!
Awesome info!!! I have a 2020 GMC Sierra 1500 5.3L X31 10 speed trans with max tow package and tow a 32' Coachman Northern Spirit 2659BH travel trailer. My trailer weighs 7100 and my tongue weight is 900lbs, I run a Weigh Safe True Tow hitch(love it). I put a set of Timbren bump stops and a set of SuperSprings, these improvements definitely helped with stability and sway and a little sag. Just weighed myself last week our combined numbers 13,200. We put 10gal of fresh and averaged 8.7mpg our trip was 400 miles.
Thank you my friend. I'm glad you've got your setup dialed in well and are comfortable with it. Thank you for bringing value on how to make it work safely. Happy camping and safe travels!
Very well presented. I pull a similar size trailer (2670MK) but I do it with a 3/4 ton because that is what I am comfortable with. I am convinced you are doing what you do in a safe manner and that you are comfortable with it. I just wouldn't be comfortable. Kids nodding off in the back was cute AF.
I completely understand that. Being comfortable is critical for sure. Thank you!
Nice video, you’re spot on about towing. I have a very similar setup, 2019 ram 1500 w/ tow package and a Volante 32sb travel trailer, it’s a little heavier and longer than yours, but my 1500 pulls it quite well actually. I did add a Hensley Hitch a few years back and it’s a game changer, my trailer doesn’t budge, it tracks directly behind me, no sway or porpoiseing. The Hensley is a little pricey so I tell people that are looking to get into camping and buy a trailer to figure it into their budget. If I had a 3/4 ton I’d tow the same way I do with a 1/2 ton, my family’s safety is priority, so I keep my speeds reasonable and give plenty of stopping distance. It’s not always about the truck, I had a guy pass me with an F250 towing a trailer smaller than mine and it was swaying so bad other cars swerved away from him. I tell people to tow within their ability. Thanks for the video, I subscribed and I’ll be looking for more!
Thanks for watching. The Ram tows really well and the pulling power is there. You have a nice setup and I've heard that the Hensley hitch/propride hitch is top notch. I had a similar experience with a 1 ton ram pulling a 38ft TT and was swerving all over the place coming back down the mountain with winds gusting near 30mph. All I could do was shake my head. It was dangerous and inconsiderate of others. You're exactly right. People need to tow within their abilities. Thank you for watching and for your support. Happy camping and safe travels my friend!
New subscriber! Great video and fantastic explanation!! Your children in the back sleeping made the whole video!!!
Thank you! I hope it helps. Thank you so much for your support!
AWESOME video sir!!!!! We just bought a similar size camper trailer and I also have a 1/2 ton Chevrolet Silverado. But your 100% right about your pride trailering in general. Mind set has to change and watch your surroundings .
Congrats on your new purchase! Thank you for watching! Safe travels and happy camping!
Very good video thanks
Thank you and thanks for watching!
I really appreciate this! We just sold our 25 foot travel trailer and are thinking about upgrading to a 32 foot. Our tow vehicle is a half ton Tundra. We drive safe and at a reasonable speed just like you and we think we will do just alright.
Thank you for watching and for your comment. Please watch your numbers to make sure you are within the limits. If that checks out and you're comfortable, enjoy yourselves! Please let me know how it goes!
@@liveyourfree Absolutely will do!
@@MountainSalsa just be careful to not get too long of a trailer for for the wheelbase of your tow vehicle. That’s another vector not often discussed. Maybe not a hard fast rule. I think etrailer has a wheelbase chart that tells you what the max trailer length ratio should be to the tow vehicle.
I have a 1/2 ton Titan and a 28.5ft travel trailer. I kept telling my wife when we were looking our max was about 26 feet. She kept suggesting 30-34 footers. I was like no way, the truck cannot handle that safely. I went a little over with the 28.5 foot, but all my other numbers are in line. I have a spreadsheet and use the CAT scales on occasion.
With a half ton, I think a combination weight distribution anti sway hitch is a must. Helps with sag and transfers more weight back to the front axle for steering and braking. I also have some heavier duty tires as well with 10 ply and E rated. More suited for a 3/4 or one ton. Only other mod I’m considering is adding some rear air bags to the truck to help with ride comfort.
Great video. We do long hauls with a 2020 Ram 1500 5.7 towing a 28 ft. 5,800 lb. dry travel trailer using an Equilizer hitch. My wife always wants to bring everything imaginable on these trips. The challenge is to bring only what you need. Tire pressure is an obsession and keeping speeds at or under 65 make for safe travels. Thanks for the very well done video. My greatest source of anxiety is towing in January out of Northern Michigan to Florida. The weather window can be short and it's tough to convince my wife that it is worth the wait for good weather.
Thank you for watching! I totally get where you are coming from
3.21 or 3.92 axle ratio? I have the 3.21 trying to understand how large I can go
The solution for that anxiety is to stay in Northern MI in January! provided there's enough snow to ski ;-)
Those are very familiar roads. I'm 20 minutes from Saluda grade on I 26. It is no joke! Excellent driving, sir.
Thank you. And you're right, that grade is serious! Thanks for watching!
the kids are pretty relaxed .
Haha for the moment
Great tip about the downhill coasting.
Just tapping your brakes as a preventative measure is crucial.
Not burning up the brakes is something they should teach in high school.
Loosing your brakes going downhill with a 32 ft. trailer behind you is a recipe for disaster.
Thank you for the great tips.
Thank you for being honest
Very good video.
Thanks for being 💯
Yes sir. Thank you for watching!
Very good information. I pull a 32 ft alpha wolf with a 2013 Ram 1500 not many tips for mountain pulling. Thanks for the video!
Thank you and thanks for watching. Stay safe out there! Happy camping!
Good video, I down sized from ram 2500 6.7 cummins to ram 1500 3.0 ecodiesel, both with 4 in lift and rear airbags. Pulled the same toy hauler 28ft 7000lbs dry Off course the 3/4 pulled it night and day up the hill down the hill like it was never there. However my ecodiesel pulled it just fine and got 6 mpg more than the 3/4 ton. My ram 1500 was within the numbers of towing capabilities. I was happy with both trucks. I’m very impressed with the ecodiesel. I wasn’t concerned of the driving part, But towards how the 1500 will perform up the hill. Now I know. Also, I’m very happy with my mpg when I’m not towing . California diesel prices ridiculous.