Truck recommendations for 264bh

[Octopus Prime]

We are buying a 26bh and will be towing with a Ford 150 3.5 L Ecoboost with tow package.
We ran the numbers several times. I hope, in reality, we will be okay.

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ETA: One of the main reasons we went slideless was to save on weight and money.

[jaycojay]

I look at things different, and i would go with the 1/2 ton. I look at it this way, or, i will look at myself here ..... i go for 2 full weeks a year camping, plus all the long weekends and a few weekends here and there, the rest of the year i am doing normal everyday driving. If the 1/2 ton works for me pulling, i would much rather be driving the 1/2 ton the rest of the time than a 3/4 ton. The F150 will have no problems pulling the 26BH

[Keimarquis]

This is great. After looking at the used market around here the 3/4 trucks aren’t that much more expensive compare to the 1/2 tons. I am not to worried about gas as I only drive 2 miles a day lol. There’s a 2007 f250 that looks good 5.4 gas. Does anyone own one of these and can share any problems ect with them?

[Iraqvet05]

The Ford 5.4 had a history of blowing spark plugs out of the heads or issues with them breaking them off in the heads but this may have been limited to the earlier production years. If I were buying a used gas F-250, I'd opt for the larger 6.2 liter, introduced in 2011.

[mmwhit]

The F150 will handle that trailer fine. I prefer the max tow 3.5 ecoboost for towing. I really like the F150 for when I’m not towing. The f250 is a great vehicle for towing and heavy duty hauling but the fuel mileage isn’t as good. Parking the f250 in a parking lot is generally a bit more challenging.

[SOMBATFAMILY]

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[Mustang65]

I believe they are listing the MAX for each truck... as in all decked out to tow. My EcoBoost F150 is the 157" Wb and it is not the greatest at parking lots, or turning radius. Doesn't specify engines either. As it says in the picture, "When PROPERLY equipped....

Originally Posted by SOMBATFAMILY

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[Mustang65]

It is best to look at the FORD Mfr specifications for the truck you are thinking about. They have the charts on their website just GOOGLE Ford xxx towing capacities and it will list each model by engine and rear axle. Also if you just buy a truck and get one with an economy rear axle, you are not going to be a HAPPY camper.

The actual numbers for the trucks can be found on the drivers door panel, as different options will have an effect on the towing numbers. These are the important numbers.

Below is an example of the charts that are available

Don

[CampNow]

High payload ratings are a good thing. However, since this is a Jayco Travel Trailer (bumper-pull) sub-forum (not 5th wheel) receiver ratings trump all payload ratings.

2017 Ford F150 receivers are rated at 1,220 lbs. A WDH must be used to obtain this rating; otherwise, it's rated at 500 lbs.

2017 Ford F 250/350 receivers are rated from 1,500 to 2,100 lbs. (depends on configuration: gas, diesel, SRW, DRW, etc.). These ratings are valid with or without a WDH.

2017 Ram 2500/3500 receivers are rated at 1,800 lbs.

[Quantum]

Originally Posted by Keimarquis

This is great. After looking at the used market around here the 3/4 trucks aren’t that much more expensive compare to the 1/2 tons. I am not to worried about gas as I only drive 2 miles a day lol. There’s a 2007 f250 that looks good 5.4 gas. Does anyone own one of these and can share any problems ect with them?

From what I've read, stay away from the 5.4L. Look for a 6.2L.

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[Keimarquis]

Alas no 6.2 to be found. Those of you with a 3/4 is there any brand that I should stay away from?

[jbrnigan]

At the end of the day, beware of analysis - paralysis. Buy what you want, and it will generally exceed your needs. Get the MOST truck you can afford, get the most comfortable interior available for your model choice, you'll be spending a lot of time there. None of the opinions expressed here are wrong, it's just that everyone has unique requirements and expectations for a tow vehicle. Good luck!
Ps - I went from a big block (GM 8.1L gas V-8) to a Ford Super Duty Power Stroke Diesel to pull my 8000lb 29RKS. Yep, overkill, but, man, what a TRUCK.

[quackattak]

We bought the 26bh with the intention of keeping weight down to pull with V8 Mountaineer. One trip was enough, rented hemi Dodge 1500 for next trip, that was no better. Now I pull with my F350 diesel service truck, 11' box & dually. The wife follows in our Civic. No sway bars or load leveling nonsense, drop it on ball & go. Cross winds have no effect, Eventually we will get a crew cab dually to pull it so family can ride together.

[Scott_Trailer_Newbe]

Folks this TT should not put you in the 3/4 or 1 ton market. I tow a 2018 WH 28RL with my 2008 CrewMax. I’m not going to tell you it’s a great ride compared to a bigger truck but it’s heavier than a 26BH. I think being as the tow vehicle has the premium price tag it would be best to consider how much you really need to spend.

[Atlee]

That TT is quite doable with a 1/2 ton truck, as long as it's properly equipped. You just need to make sure the truck has enough cargo capacity. You need to get a truck with at least 1600 to 1800 pound cargo capacity and at least the MaxTow package.

If you do that, you have more than enough truck. I have a similar floor plan except it doesn't have the double bunks. My TT is a 2017 23RB, which is about 3 feet shorter, has a GVWR of 6500#. I have a, relatively speaking, unicorn, a truck with the HDPP which has a CC of 2286#.

It seems there are some who suggest that a 3/4 ton is needed to pull anything larger than a pop up. I'm not one of them. As long as you make sure you do not have a grocery getter pickup with an anemic 1200# or so CC, you'll be good with that trailer. Now if you are thinking of moving up to an 8k GVWR trailer any time soon, you may want to entertain thoughts of getting a 3/4 or 1 ton truck.

Originally Posted by Keimarquis

Hello everyone I’ve decided to get a 264bh and and new truck. I was considering a F150 but I don’t know if they can do it or just continue to save up and get a f250. Any suggestions would be great

[Keimarquis]

One of the biggest reasons I am considering a 3/4 truck is that on most trips it’s going to be me and a couple of friends possibly with kayaks and other fishing gear. The other trips are going to be with family in which I know at least 3 people will be going with me.

[quackattak]

Nothing wrong with over kill on tow vehicle, pack all the gear you want & feel safe. I pack a 10'.5" zodiac, outboard, generator & fill the 90 gallon water tank before we leave on dry camping trips. We didn't always dry camp or have the zodiac, but we do now & are thankful we aren't locked into a light tow vehicle. Things will change as you go along, the dealership told me I was fine with the SUV. I was a idiot for listening, that's why I pass my experience along.

[jefferson]

I use a 2017 Ford F250 6.2 gas to tow the wife, four dogs, and generally a heavy camping load, including our 26BH. The 26BH pulls very good in this configuration, without any WDH.

I've also looked at a 2018 F150 max tow 3.5 EB, and would feel comfortable with the same load in that truck. However, it would need a WDH.

As far as the 3/4 ton trucks go, I'd be happy with any of the more modern ones, but stay far away from the 5.4 Ford. Gutless gas hogs in a heavy truck. The 6.0 Vortec in the GM twins is a great engine, the crew cabs are noticeably smaller than the Ford though.

I average just over 8.5 MPG towing my setup at 65 MPH.