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[VAC] Re: I know it's a new one - any input?
There are Chevy people and there are Ford people and there are Chrysler
people. I am a Ford guy.. I would recommend at least and F-250 truck,
E-250 van or Expedition. All are 3/4 ton capacity.
I was lucky enough to find a 1966 F-250 Camper Special which has beefed up
rear suspension to carry extra wieght. It has a huge transmission cooler
(very important when pulling a 30+ footer). Reese or Hensley stabilizer
hitch is important because of the mass of your coach.
The Chevy 1/2 ton is not beefy enough for such a big heavy trailer in my
opinion.
If you choose a pickup, I recommend a camper shell so you can stow some of
your heavier stuff in the puller without exposure to tthe elements. The
shell also provides a windscreen for the front of the trailer.
If I had my choice of new vehicles I would get a Ford E-350 one ton van
with the diesel engine.
Hope this contributes.
Bob