Towing a 43' Fifth Wheel With a GAS Truck? Ford 7.3L Gas Engine
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- Опубликовано: 29 сен 2024
- Lots of people ask if we're happy towing our 15,000lbs fifth wheel with a gas truck. After 10,000 miles of towing, Jason shares his thoughts in this video.
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Glad to see you here and welcome to another RV life focused video. Many of you have asked and after almost six months of towing and a year of ownership, Jason is ready to share some of his thoughts on towing a fifth wheel with a gas engine. We'd love to hear your thoughts on the topic covered. Please remember to keep comments kind and on point - no need for truck brand wars. lol. Comments are moderated by both Jason and Abby. If you find value in this video, we hope you'll take a moment to like, subscribe and share. Thanks! - Jason and Abby
I’m enjoying these new gas engines in the heavy duty trucks I just got a 2020 Silverado 3500 dually with the 6.6 gasser currently have 42k miles regularly pulling a 18k pound gooseneck truck handles it well I wish it had the 4:10 gears like my old 2500 but besides that it’s a nice truck and maintenance free compared to a diesel.
The 7.3 is designed to be boosted. You can gain efficiency and torque. A turbo is perfect for towing and turbos love displacement. The 7.3 will be even better boosted with 1 or 2 turbos. Savings in fuel alone will pay for the cost.
I would guess a clean install professionally done to be under 10k, depending on one or twin turbo. 7k with just one.
@Jesus has given you all. Repent or die. does Jesus want a boosted 7.3 as well. I know a good builder for him. It would be awesome racing Jesus, long as he did not cheat and bless the engine, we all would have good time. Dude Jesus changed the water to wine! It would be awesome if Jesus turned the water to E85.
Alcohol for all. AMEN.
Great review. I have a 1999 7.3 diesel. Thinking, once fuel prices drop maybe upgrading to the new tremor with the 7.3. Spot on with the torque #'s my 1999 is rated at 500lbft.
@@Back_door_bandit_98 Appreciate your comment. I love my 6.6L gas engine as well in my 2500HD LT Chevy.
This guy definitely has a great way of delivering all the information needed in a short video. This was the best description of how the truck tows a 15k lbs. load by far.
Appreciate the feedback, Rick!
Yes sir! If you got bored listening then you need to get your head examined.
I need to get my head examined most likely anyways. I think most people need to carry around an impact and consistently keep up on torquing loose screws on everyone’s head that they come in contact with as well as their own.
Proverbs 27:17 brethren sharpen brethren
Yes you should keep doing this you are good at it!
I agree great delivery. Wish I could do the same lol.
Great video. I can tell you as a fleet manager we are shifting away from diesel to the 7.3 L V8 gas because of the long-term repair costs. This engine is so efficient and powerful for what it is that it makes having a diesel truck under 20,000 pounds of towing mute. For anything above that of course you’re gonna have to have a duely diesel but most things, you tow are between 10,000 pounds and 18,000 pounds. Highly recommend this motor we have 36 of them now and they have been incredibly reliable.
Thanks for sharing
No rocket arm delaminating issue at 40k?
@@sabertoothduck Not a one. Tell me about this issue if you don't mind? I want to do some research in anticipation of problems. We have 36 trucks with six F-350's more on order.
There are videos of the Cam shaft and hydraulic lifters delaminating and pitted on the 7.3 gas, not 7.3 diesel.....
@@MikeS77577 Appreciate the warning and I have sense seen a few videos on it. Gratefully, we have not had one issue with our 7.3's so far. I have put out a bulletin though on it and we are going to be watching for it. Thanks.
By the way, we have nine 7.3's now with over 200,000 miles and no issues. We have 17 of them with over 150,000 miles with no issues, and the rest are under that mileage. We will be keeping each truck until 300,000 miles and then selling it. We will see what happens.
I'm a believer in letting creators know they made a good video,
This is a great video. Short, to the point and informative..and clear. Thanks for taking the time to make this!
I really, truly appreciate that! Thank you!
That was a really great video and great explanation of your experience with the 7.3 L. That was valuable information for many people. Thank you👍🇺🇸👍🇺🇸
Much appreciated!
There is an auxillary fuel tank solution that fits where the truck spare tire resides. It's expensive and you have to start carrying the spare in the bed or mount it on 5th wheel bumper.
You should see if they make an aftermarket gas tank with a bigger capacity. Some are available for other trucks that take advantage of void spaces around the tank.
They’re expensive as fuck tho lol
@@03tarserov64 can never win with today's prices
We kept our 92 IDI 7.3 Dually for pulling our 33 ft triple slide Jayco Designer but keep it in storage. We bought a Power Boost XLT for current travels with 28 ft tag along 1 slide. When Duke Power failed twice for several hours the truck generator was a Blessing!
Beautiful and expensive truck. I have an O3 6.0l, bullet proofed, anyway, why is everyone so in love with fancy trucks. I love the simplicity of the late 70s Ford high boys, white steel wheels, tall and sexy truck. I would get a XL, steel wheels, no carpet, vinyl seats, 7.3l, level it up a bit to honor the high boy.
And they drive and ride like a 2 ton truck, have terrible steering, and even worse brakes. I grew up with the hi boys. Have had many over the years Powered by everything from a 300 straight 6 to 500 cube stroker motors. They are out dated dinosaurs. Love them. they have their place and it sure isn't in the same league as the truck I. The vidio
I love RUclips informational videos that start without cheesy introductions and music and what not… I usually immediately turn them off. Give me the information, and thanks! This was a great video.
Glad it was helpful!
Good choice and explanation. I had to update my truck and went with the new Chevy 6.4 gas. It's great for the price. I was lucky to find one. I could not find a 7.3 gas with the higher tow rating. I couldn't find one with the taller axle gears. Many fleets are going away from diesel with down time and repair costs It's a shame, but the numbers don't work well for Desiel anymore compared to the performance and gas mileage of these modern gas engines.
I don't understand your "but the numbers don't work well for Diesel anymore compared to the performance and gas mileage of these modern gas engines." statement?? At 470lb tq compared to lowest diesel at 850lb tq, for pulling power I see NO comparison, I'd say the numbers don't work well for the gas!
Nice to hear you're happy with the new Chevy/GM engine. Perhaps you meant to write 6.6, not 6.4.
@randy phillips 4gallons of oil for a change high price of fuel and oil filters,the def fluid plus the extra engine ware due to emissions and bad fuel mileage compared to the older diesels. 6 injectors for a 12valve Cummins $600 6 injectors for the 6.7 Cummins over $3000. My friends ford got bad fuel coming back from Colorado had some def fluid in it he could have done said he didnt I tend to believe him he has equipment but any way it was $12,000 dollars to fix fuel system
I have a 20 F550 with the 7.3, truck weights 19,400 lbs. It will get 10.5 mph with the cruise set. It gets around just fine, power isn't a huge issue
Video well done. The 7.3 gas option is truly way above anything the competition has and does very well for a gas option. I can see how some people can be pretty satisfied with it for most towing applications.
I did consider this option for my newest purchase, but knew I would have times when even this 7.3 gas option would not produce the power and ease of towing I look for in a tow rig.
Tried a 21 ford f350 diesel, wasn't real satisfied with it, so after about a month I traded it in on another ram cummins, this time getting a 3500 HO.
Great truck, now with tuning and STUFF, truck runs great tows my 15,000 lbs toy hauler anywhere with out breaking a sweat. And Rams exhaust brake is night a day better at stopping a heavy load then anything ford or GM has. Stopping power is just as important and pulling power, if not more important.
If I ever stop traveling across the country and or move to a much lighter rv I could see myself getting the 7.3 gas. But if buying for our company and workers to drive, hands down the gas option is the only good option, financially speaking.
Love my 7.3. Fuel mileage on mine is 6.9 pulling 15000. Drive 65 mph. I do have long bed with 48 gallon tank and love it.
Nice video with good info. Quick and to the point. No annoying hype.
We did exactly the same thing pulling Avalanche 312rs 15000 lbs max I don't think we are anywhere close to that love the truck though
I love my 2020 f450 7.3 GAS. Gets me up the on-ramps with no downshifting. Its a 12 ft bed commercial work truck. 11,00lbs with 20ft rack and lots o' tool boxes.
That was a lot of good info, hope it will help some people who are on the fence on what to buy. We have a 7.3L Diesel. It is a 2001, yes, that is not a typo, with less than 98000 miles that we towed our 27 ft fifth wheel. It is a very confident ride, can get in anyplace, but because of health issues (stroke) has been sitting idle. My comment is a reference to tires. I have seen and been passed by rv’ers like they are being chased by the law! I wonder how many people out there are aware there is a speed rating on their tires? Regarding The Ford gas engine, I bought a 2020 class c and it has a V10 gas, I believe it was the last year they put that engine in the class c. It is a powerhouse, and I love it. I went from the dealer to the garage and got an alignment, replaced the shocks with heavy duty RV shocks, and added a steer safe system to it. Drives like it suppose to now 👍
Speed ratings on trailer tires are quite shocking. I bought an enclosed trailer, nice all aluminum etc, cant even drive the speed limit on the highway lol
I'm going to get a new ruck this year and I just can't deal with half the torque and much less fuel mileage along with going through the car pumps.
Enjoyed the video--very informative. My wife is very concerned about downhill towing safety in the western mountains and believes the Ford Power Stroke diesel is the only suitable tow vehicle. Our Airstream has a gross weight of just under 8,000 pounds. I think the 7.3 L gas would be a better all around choice for reasons of initial cost, repair cost, fuel cost etc but would appreciate you views on this issue--especially the issue of controlling the high engine revving during downhill downshifts and the ability to truly slow the rig without excessive tow and trailer brake application. Thanks.
Yeah, you'll definitely be good with a gas engine.
ive a 1996 had it since 1997 f250 297000 miles so far, with 7.3 diesel 4wd 4 door cab short bed,,,,i pull 30ft dual tandem goose neck with caterpillar D4 atop. 26000 lb total load. I get 14mpg on flat ground 4 speed auto and crossing the rockies from montana i got 11mpg
Very interesting.
I have a 34’ Arctic Fox fifth wheel. My GVWR is almost 16K lbs and empty is 13,300 lbs. amazing how light your long fifth wheel is.
Northwoods builds their campers using very old school methods for better or worse, some say it makes them much more robust but they're by far the heaviest per square foot.
@@andrewfidel2220 it is heavy but more robust than other rvs. There are almost no recalls on their product, I’ve only found one or two in ten years. They make their own frames, all cross members are i-beams, not wire. It is off road certified and comes standard with shocks and dual pane windows. They have the heaviest floor in the industry. Their roof can hold over 30 people. It’s very well insulated.
I prefer a solid rv that will hold up in the long run.
But I agree they are slow to change. They offer few floor plans and they haven’t changed in years.
They use the KISS principle, no fancy electronics, which is ok with me, less to go wrong.
Oh, it’s not part of the big three mega manufactures.
I'm not a tech guy so this video was very helpful. It seems like things tend to wash out other things. $ of a diesel for hp/ft lbs. $ of diesel for mpg. Resale for $ of diesel. I guess the best way is to put everything on paper and check pro's and cons. I have 4-5 years of homework to do before retirement. I'll look at your channel to find out about your rv. Thanks again for a great video
Glad to have been able to provide some insight as you work to make your decision. Good luck!
Never thought about getting fuel with it towing a huge trailer like that. Very good point
Transfer flow is making a 55 gallong factory replacement for our trucks...supposed to be available spring 2022. I have the same concern with the 34 gallon tank and will be upgrading mine.
I have 2022 F350 7.3 4x4 long bed. Love the 48 gallon tank.
Great video. This 7.3 with the 4.10’s and 10 spd is the future. We’ll definitely pick one up in 5-6 years when the market (hopefully) drops and these can be had used. For now we absolutely love our ‘17 Titan XD Cummins. We don’t need a ton of payload and our TT is only 7600 lbs so it’s perfect.
No where in the market for a 5th wheel, RV, gas or diesel truck... but, your explanation kept my interest throughout the entire video!
Great upload, thanks.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Good report. Our experience with the 7.3L gas Super Duty pulling a 8000 lb trailer has been the same as you report.
Great review, thanks for sharing your experience. Keep the shiny side up.
8mpg is half as good as desiel with half the power and the base cost difference is 5k to 10k eh gas can't compete yet. I am in the market for a 1 ton and am pulling my hair out making my decision to over pay for a truck in these times. Being in ca there are no f350 trucks that are desiel for sale so thank you for an honest review.
I bought a 2011 king ranch f350 with the 6.7 in it with 80k on the clock for 30,000 early this year to pull a 37' toy hauler. I was getting 14mpg average on a haul from Utah to Texas earlier this year. I got 11 on the last half from Texas to Minnesota with a damned head wind the entire time. It was awful, but I have wondered about those 7.3s and what they can do. Thanks for the quick informative video.
Great video! Great details. But one thing got me saying that a single rear wheel diesel couldn’t tow that trailer. I tow a 44ft 20,000 lb 5th wheel tow hauler. With my 2004 f350 with the 6.0, and it’s a dream. But all in all respect
Some of the payloads were higher back then. Can't really get a SRW diesel with a payload over 4000 anymore. Usually much lower - around 3300.
For years I towed with a 460 V8 gas first in a 76 F250 and later in an 84 F350 dually pickup with a 10ft camper and 3 horse trailer and did a lot of mountain work also. both worked well never saw 10 MPG but it would haul @$$... literally. Later went to a 97 FSeries Super Duty (what they called the F450 before the Super Duty Brand came out) It also handled then 10ft camper but a larger heavier 3 horse trailer my loaded GCVW was 18 to 19,000 and all trucks went up the same hills at about the same speed. the first 2 trucks were 4:10 rear gears with a C6 auto 3 speed the F series Super Duty had the 4:56 with the 4 speed EO4D trans I bought the F series Super Duty new the other 2 were used and I built the engines for both for pulling !!! And of course I had a LOT less money in the first 2. And I do not tow/Haul any more but IF I did I would go the gas route, diesels are waaaay too expensive to buy to fuel and to maintain !! !
My friends and I drove a 2012 f150 with a 5.0 about 400 miles through the Appalachian mountains with 12000 pounds on it. 10k in trailer, 2k in bed. Did fine other than atrocious gas mileage.
How much that 400 miles cost you these days?
It would sacrifice some bed space but ever think of using a transfer tank in the bed? That would be a big help.
Transfer Flow has a 58 gallon tank that is going to be released soon for the 6.2/7.3 Tremor Short Bed.
Awesome video fella. My 19 ram with the 6.4l hemi is close to your experience. Yes gas stations are a pain. Haven't had to unhook yet...knock on wood.
Thank you, great info. I have a 2017 F350 diesel that I only use a couple of times a year to pull my 12,000 lb fifth wheel. Its really hard on diesel engines to make short little trips and idle a bunch which is why I only use it for my trailer. I ordered a new truck with the 7.3 hoping it’ll pull my trailer OK and when not pulling a trailer I’ll have a truck that I can use more for other duties.
I'm on my second 7.3 Tremor and love it. Zero complaints and I don't miss my diesel one bit.
Why on second 7.3? Problems with first one?
@@repairvehicle not at all. Just leveraged the market and got a better equipped 2022 for less than what the 2021 sold for.
We sold our F350 SRW 6.7 diesel and essentially drove it 4 years for free as we sold it for about what we paid. I'll be going gas next. The powerstroke is a grand engine and pulls effortlessly, but the added weight, DEF, sensitivity to fuel quality is a problem. And if something breaks after warranty its can easily get in the $10K range. The 7.3 is already proving to be just as capable, and lower up front cost, lower weight overall in package, and with current fuel prices may actually be the better reseller if things dont improve.
That's a beauty. I'm swapping my fuel tank tomorrow with a 60 gallon S and B Fuel Tank. I think I paid $1,200 for the tank. Should get nearly 1,000 miles per tank, but ouch at the diesel pumps if I ran it near empty. Anywho, great video. 2022 Ford F250 Tremor, 6.7
Great video Sir. Straight and to the point. That shirt though...🙂
we also have a 7.3l in the 250 version, so TY for this video as we are heading for the west mountains and a little nervous considering we have only been in the smokies and Ozarks but with a much smaller trailer than yours at 8200lbs this give me greater confidence to tackle the Rockies..
F250 7.3L Lariat, 3.55 gears here. We did 5500 miles this summer towing our 9kGVWR TT from Georgia out West and back. Went through Colorado Springs up to Cripple Creek KOA at 10,000ft. Continued toward Utah going through all the famous ski towns and over all the high passes and down into Moab. I too was curious how it would handle but let me tell you -- this engine is perfectly fine. You will not have a problem and will have zero issues maintaining speed and accelerating up hills , passing semis and class A's.
This is a great video, We are still looking at a Chevy 2500 with the 6.6. We will be using it to tow a 24” car hauler for a track car, gross weight of 13-14000 lbs. the reason we are looking at the Chevy is we have a good relationship with the local dealership and the cost of a custom trim with the 6.6 is way less than the ford. Even with the 6speed we have heard from other people at the track it tows just fine as long as your under the 16000 lb limit. The ford 7.3 is the best gas on the market but there’s a premium over the “standard” engines from the big 3 that we don’t feel is necessary for our use case.
surprising story, I have always been told that diesel was king if you needed to pull anything, it's interesting to hear your results are doing so well, of course I don't have experience with either one so I may be misunderstanding
Diesel is definitely "better," but there's a cost involved.
In the past, I would say they were good at towing for a couple reasons. First, gas engines didn't have VVT technology to give them broad torque bands. Second, diesels used to be less complex so maintenance was actually affordable.
These days, diesels are more advanced. This means more expensive maintenance and gas engines, with widespread VVT technology, can now keep up with diesels in performance. On top of that, current diesels generate too much torque for existing light axles so the limiters have to be very aggressive. Chances are you're not getting the advertised diesel power at the wheels.
Love our F250 gasser! Pulling a 28' Airstream International. Great review!!
Interesting video. I just went to diesel and diesel prices are now around regular gas prices plus I liked the lower rpm’s for torque. But my trailer is under 10,000 lbs and I live and tow in the Sierra Nevadas.
This video was excellently explained and fleshed out. Thank you for this. This engine really is a good alternative for people who don't want to pay for a diesel.
I’ve gotten rid of my diesels. My gassers have been handling the loads better than the diesels ever have!
We tow a 10,000 lb Grand Design 5th wheel with a 2011 Chevy 2500 6.0L and it works well for us however I would not want to go much heavier with the gasser. Empty pickup makes 14 mpg and towing the 13'2" tall camper we get about 7.5 - 8 mpg.
Just curious as to how it tows that weight in the mountains?
@@csummers484 I've done a lot of towing with diesels and this is definitely not a diesel but I chose the gas to avoid the maintenance and repair expenses of the newer diesels. Mine makes 380 lb/ft of torque at 4200 rpm which is adequate but you won't be running races on mountain passes pulling 10,000 lbs with the 6 speed auto. We made a 4,000 mile trip from IN to the Tetons last fall and ran the 6% grades on highway 26 east of Moran, WY and it handled it, a bit slow, but it was doable. I would NOT be interested in pulling the 10% grade on Teton pass. Braking, steering and managing the load are no problem but power is a little limiting. Handling the occasional 2-4% grades at low elevations doesn't bother me. I usually run 66-68 mph on 70 mph interstate and it will run 73-75 when needed.
Glad you’re happy with your 7.3! I recently sold my ‘17 450 platinum diesel and got a 350 7.3. I pull rvs and a skid steer with a tandem dually Tex weighing about 16k. My only complaint is the same as yours….getting gas with a trailer
Diesels cost a lot more to maintain because of all the oil they require and the filters, and they cost more to repair or replace the engine. You also have to factor in that the diesel itself has been higher priced that gas, and they you have to pay for DEF too. And not mechanic can work on a diesel engine, but most mechanics can work on a gas engine.
I've never had problem filling my pick-up in semi truck area.
No gasoline
Excellent overview of your experience with the 7.3!
happy with my 7.3l...
Diesel engine upgrade charge, diesel prices, and you forgot to mention the cost of DEF ($40/2.5gal jug).
If, as a nation, we dont get the cost of fuel back down, nobody will be towing anything, let alone driving. In my town, yesterday, diesel hit $5.80 gallon.
Very nice review. Alot of good information.
hmm... the 8ft bed truck would also be more stable since it has a longer wheelbase, not sure if that is much of a problem with a 5th wheel though
There is one increasingly major factor in favoring the gas over the diesel these days, and that is *DEF FLUID and other EPA BS* that is plaquing modern diesel vehicles.
LOL my 93 Dodge Cummings gets 16 MPG pulling a 11, 000 lb toy hauler with a cab over camper.....
And just to rub it in I get 23 miles to the gallon empty.
1st Gen Cummins for the win...
LOL few people consider what their drive distances are or what it's like to drive a diesel without ever getting into the DPF regeneration cycle due to low heat and time driven.
Nope few people care until the problems begin to stack up with maint bills etc.
But but but I wanted the best towing capacity when I go on vacation twice a year and for short trips the other 10 months of in town driving. lol
I love your presentation but. I have gone the gas route with a F 250 6.2L towing about 8200 lb 5th wheel. The result is I'm going diesel. I tow usually half way across the country and with the gas I'm burning plus all the stops I am making. Not to mention the need for an exhaust brake.
For ME diesel is the way to go. That said I will be moving to a F 350 with a 55 gallon S&B replacement tank.
You have provided some very helpful information. Thank you.
Hello, just subscribed, Our 2021 Ram 3500 has the Hemi, 4:10 rear 8 speed power house and has over 6,000 payload
Glad to have you here!
Try same setup but with those twin turbo gas engines v6 and 4 cylinder and see how it goes
Love your truck! Very good choice.
Very well spoken sir thank you.
I’ll stay with my 6.7. About double the torque, exhaust brake for the mountain passes, and great resale. I think the sweet spot for the 7.3 is car haulers, boats, and enclosed trailers, not heavy 5ers. I often hear about mileage, def, more oil to change etc., but to me my number 1 concern is safe, stress free towing.
Couldn't agree more, once you go diesel you wouldn't think of going back to a gas job.
I like your video. We have a small camper, 3700lbs, that we pull with the subaru Ascent. It pulls fine on the flat roads but once we get into the mountains it sucks. We definitely have been looking to upgrade to a pickup. You talk about having to stop frequently for fuel. Have you looked at getting an aftermarket fuel tank. I’ve been looking and at least 2 companies make some big tanks. Titan and S&B.
Honestly here how I feel about this video.
I liked the video, Thank you :)
I have a 2022 f350 SRW 6.7 Platinum FX4 long bed with all the options.my payload is 3998lb and a 21700 5th wheel towing capacity not sure why you could find a Diesel with the payload and towing numbers you needed.
Check out transfer flow gas tanks with more capacity
Thanks bro great video
I have a 1990 f250 4x4 it has a 460 or7.5l in it , truck has over 800.000 miles on it we pull a 36' 5th wheel 14.000lb gets 10 mile to a gallon it is a 5 speed , but I no what you mean by stopping a lot I have a 18 gallon tank 😒
Not to mention all the problems we would’ve had with the emission systems on a diesel
Good video, thanks.
I did not understand your comments on the MPG towing, other than the computer in the truck was very far off. If I understand your comment regarding tank size and distance, you are scoring around 7mpg towing with the gas engine. Given the weight involved, I honestly don't think that is horrible.
Many Pilot/Flying J truck stops have "RV" lanes that are seperate from the auto lanes and enough room for nealy any RV. Plus, Pilot/Flying J offers a program to save RVers a bit on fuel.
Yes! You know what's frustrating though? We took a trip out west this summer and stopped at many of these to fill our 7.3L gasser. Every single one had a damn $60.00 purchase limit. So you have to stop, return the handle to the pump, and start an entirely new transaction. Super annoying.
With the high running costs of emissions era diesel trucks, I've thought you are better going with gas, even at 7-10mpg. Fuel is $1.00 a gallon cheaper, you don't have to fuck with expensive diesel emissions equipment that fails right outside of warranty to the tune of $2 to 5,000. I know a lot of commercial fleets have gone to gas after getting burned HARD on 6.0/6.4 Ford diesel trucks. Not to mention a lot of medium duty trucks have gone back to gas as well, along with school buses running gas engines now because they are more economical over the long haul.
My V-10 will out two everything you got
It's not a competition. Glad your truck is working well for you.
Looking for 2023 F350 when they come available. Still trying to decide on configuration. Thanks for the review.
I'm excited to see what changes they make. It was supposed to be a full refresh. I don't think we'll see it until later than the normal model year changeover though.
The diesels also have big costs in the exhaust system . They have bastardized a great design..
@RV Miles how goes your truck 2 years later. I bought a new 2021 F250 Fx4 Gas 7.3, 3 years ago. 30,00 miles on it. I tow 8,300 lbs. and guess I keep it under revved, so am under impressed.
Still great at 70K. Let the engine rev.
Good lookin truck great review
Beautiful truck, I'm not a diesel fan unless you have a semi truck, those pickup truck are way to expensive and always seem to need expensive repairs, stay strong
I’m picking up my 37 foot travel trailer this weekend and all I’ve been thinking about is fueling up with the camper. I love the 7.3 but that’s my biggest concern.
It can be a pain, but it is also totally doable. You just need to be a bit more creative, know your route, or just schedule shorter drive days. Congrats on the new TT!
Our vehicle is an extended cab Chevy 2500 pulling a 31' 5th wheel and I can access most fuel pumps without much hassle.
Are speedometers and odometers recalibrated for the larger tires or is that not possible. You may be underestimating your mpg and towing speeds. Also people sometimes fail to realize what a big difference larger tires make in final drive ratio though that’s not as big an issue with these newer transmissions with a million gears but back in the day I used to see people put monster truck tires on vehicles then complain about “lack of power” towing when they had all but ruined the towing characteristics of the truck with lift kits and big tires
Right now I wish I had the gas engine. Gas is so much cheaper than diesel
My Ram 6.7L diesel can tow 37,050 lbs. yeah
That's very respectable mileage, towing or not. Of course it doesn't beat those chipped, DEF-delete diesel guys who get 37 mpg all day long while towing a 25,000 lb fifth wheel at 85-90 mph.
Wow, that is very close to current diesel capabilities, and doesn’t sacrifice much in fuel efficiency either. My concerns would be longevity of the engine when pulling that much weight for years, and for sure trying to get my 41’ toy hauler in and out of the gasoline pumps! That would suck and give a real pucker factor with every fuel stop!
I tow a 41’ long 13’ high 16,000 lb trailer with a 2019 SRW Ram 3500 HO Cummins Limited. Love the truck, and it tows the trailer beautifully, but towing that trailer I average 8-9 mpg and empty 20 mpg. Not much of a difference from what you get with that big gasser and the HO diesel was nearly $10,000 bump on the sticker. You can buy a lot of gasoline for $10,000, but I’d sure hate losing the Cummins exhaust brake!
One day you'll figure it out
Prior to the late 1980s, RV enthusiasts towed with gas engines and now some are carrying on like they discovered something.
Diesels with upgraded suspension.
First thing every farmer does is upgrade suspension.
Go gas for sure one major break down with diesel and all bets are off when it comes to any savings.
My 2011 6.7 gets better combined mileage then that... I figured the 10 speed would help with that 🤔
Great video, short sweet and very informative
Good analysis.