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They're both big boys.
Srw or drw I wouldn't call one unilaterally safe on a srw and the other not.
A difference in C o G is likely going to have more effect on rear axle load than the 100 lb difference. But it's splitting hairs either way. Either you're ok with a beefed up 4 wheeler or need the dually.
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You're safe up to about 7000 lbs on the rear axle of a stock SRW. After that, you need to consider a few thousand in upgrades to keep it safe or go to a DRW. To me, it does not make sense to buy a truck that barely meets your needs or has to be upgraded immediately to carry your camper. If you already owned a reliable SRW, I would point you to the upgrades required.
I have been down both paths. I started with a capable SRW that required $3000 in upgrades to handle up to 8000 lbs on the rear axle rather than replacing it. When I knew we were going to go to a larger camper in the future, I replaced my SRW with a DRW capable of the payload without upgrades. Now carrying around my new camper, I'm glad my calculations paid off - I am able to do so with no upgrades to the replacement truck I chose.
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cathtea
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Thank you everyone for your opinions - they are always good fuel for thought! Im learning a lot from your experience.
We got a 3500 DRW with 410, hope it will serve us well w growing family and off road. now working on details for TC including solar panel, tie downs... we are told we don't need Torque lift "stable load" by our dealer but Arctic Fox says we do... any thoughts?
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My good friend hauls an 865 with stock 2017 dually suspension with no issues.
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Grit dog
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cathtea wrote:Thank you everyone for your opinions - they are always good fuel for thought! Im learning a lot from your experience.
We got a 3500 DRW with 410, hope it will serve us well w growing family and off road. now working on details for TC including solar panel, tie downs... we are told we don't need Torque lift "stable load" by our dealer but Arctic Fox says we do... any thoughts?
Stable loads are suspension enhancements, basically a wedge or spacer that engage the overload springs earlier in the suspension travel to reduce sag under load.
IMO you'll be able to pack the camper wherever you want without any enhancements and gen decide what if any route you want to go. (But driving it from down here to way up there, may consider it before the trip just for your comfort or peace of mind).
If you're talking torklift tie down brackets, there are other options. I believe the torklift are the most popular. Mine are well built and do the job. I wanted to be hooked to the frame, not the bed and the cheesy new bumpers on these trucks like other systems.
You pick d the most capable truck for sure! It will haul a big camper with comfort and ease.
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I would start by buying a SuperHitch, FastGuns and the Torklift tie downs. You can adjust the suspension after you get some drive time on the rig and report back for more feedback.
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GeoBoy
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What model AF TC are you going with? I put a set of rear Timbrens in my truck and added a sway bar. The sway bar was a nice add on for the trip we are on now, lots of mountain roads with tight turns and tons of wind.
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Af 990
What is your setup?
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cathtea wrote:Af 990
What is your setup?
If you click on my profile it is all listed.
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SidecarFlip
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Grit dog wrote:cathtea wrote:Thank you everyone for your opinions - they are always good fuel for thought! Im learning a lot from your experience.
We got a 3500 DRW with 410, hope it will serve us well w growing family and off road. now working on details for TC including solar panel, tie downs... we are told we don't need Torque lift "stable load" by our dealer but Arctic Fox says we do... any thoughts?
Stable loads are suspension enhancements, basically a wedge or spacer that engage the overload springs earlier in the suspension travel to reduce sag under load.
IMO you'll be able to pack the camper wherever you want without any enhancements and gen decide what if any route you want to go. (But driving it from down here to way up there, may consider it before the trip just for your comfort or peace of mind).
If you're talking torklift tie down brackets, there are other options. I believe the torklift are the most popular. Mine are well built and do the job. I wanted to be hooked to the frame, not the bedI wanted to be hooked to the frame, not the bed and the cheesy new bumpers on these trucks like other systems.
You pick d the most capable truck for sure! It will haul a big camper with comfort and ease.
FYI, the Happyjac (if that is what you are referring to), bolts to the bed and the frame, at least mine does and I agree, the bumpers on newer trucks are tinfoil. For sure the Troklift rear mounts or receiver hitch extensions. My bud's 2014 Ford, we slipped square tubing into his hitch sides and used the tubing for rear tie down mounts.
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