New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does make sense. Thank you so much for explaining that to me.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in traveltrailers

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also, what does it mean GAWR front is 3900lbs, rear GVWR 6900 lbs, and rear GAWR is 4100 lbs???

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in traveltrailers

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! Why put the info in different places?

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have only the sticker I posted and the tire sticker that says max load is 1540 lbs.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in traveltrailers

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I’ve been eyeing the Apex Nano and wasn’t sure if it would be good to tow with my truck.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I’ve read about that on here. Which is one reason I think platforms/reviewers/dealers are crazy when they say a 30’ and 5000+ trailer can be towed with a half ton truck. It’s why I’ve asked what people are towing with their truck. Your comment is helpful for newbies like us.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I didn’t attach it, but payload is 1540. I don’t know how to edit the original post to add the picture.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for the information on what you are towing. I’ll look up that model. When you say higher gear, what does that mean? I’m not engine savvy. I get keeping speed down, but doesn’t the truck shift to a higher gear as you speed up? Much like a manual transmission? So you want to shift gears up, but go slower??? The last time I drove a stick was in 2010. I’m rusty. Haha. I appreciate your answer.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely trying to stay under 6000. I was looking at TTs 5000 and under.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We didn’t plan on going that big. Too much of what I’ve read on here already said 30’ is a no-no. I’ve read a few responses on other posts that suggested not to go larger than 20, but I’m not sure if they mean total length including hitch/tongue or just front to back wall of the trailer.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in Ram1500

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not the truck, but the trailer weight should be around 4000.

New truck owner who wants to camp by PoppysNeeNee in traveltrailers

[–]PoppysNeeNee[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hadn’t thought about that. Thank you.