caymann Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 I was thinking about getting a used Teton 5er in 36' range (not sure if that exists) Will a Diesel F350 or 3500 dually be ok for it? jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrSeas Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Try this link for some info.... http://www.rvnetwork.com/index.php?showtopic=121510#entry822118 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
griffinmike Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Depends. How much does the fiver weigh? What is the pin weight? How heavy a fiver does the truck manufacturers tow specs from the manufacturer say the truck will pull? Wandering1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Star Dreamer Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Jim, unfortunately there is not enough info to give you an answer. Each truck has different ratings based on year, axle ratios, 4wd or 2wd, size of cab, how much people in the truck weigh and their personal belongings, how full are the tanks, weight of hitch, etc... Trailers also vary in weight based on personal belongings, water in tanks, etc... How safe do you want to be? Are you planning on traveling in the mountains? Is this for one trip a year or multiple trips every month? A few miles or cross country? On pavement or boondocking? How many people traveling with you? And remember many trucks can move it but stopping can be an issue. 2005 Freightliner Century S/T, Singled, Air ride ET Jr. hitch 2019 46'+ Dune Sport Man Cave custom 5th wheel toy hauler Owner of the 1978 Custom Van "Star Dreamer" which might be seen at a local car show near you! Check out http://www.hhrvresource.com/ for much more info on HDT's. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpydoc Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 Teton did make many 5ers in the 36' size. There are still many out there on the road. At the last Teton Rally there were about 30 rigs and probably 8-10 were of that size and being pulled by one ton duallies. If you find one look very carefully for occult water damage to the wooden structures. Teton were wooden framed and have a history of leaks and damage. The company closed in 2008, the 2006 to 2008 year units have a reputation for poorer build quality than earlier models. Google Tetoners.org, there are several smaller units listed in the for sale section. If you buy a used Teton I recommend upgrading the tires to 17.5s if not already done, the units are too heavy for the puny D range 16s that came on them. I would not recommend pulling a Teton over 36' with a one ton dually, the units are just too heavy when fully loaded for real world use. Our 40' Teton weighed 22K and we pulled it with a MDT. Best Wishes, Jay 2015 Continental Coach Elegance by Forks RV, 41'; 2015 FL M2 112, DD 13, by 2L Custom Trucks; Trailer Saver air hitch; '48 Navigoddess with a Rand McNally GPS Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GlennWest Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 I agree totally. Any Teton over 36' is too much to tow with LDT. We towed our signature with a 2012 dually and it was like a sled due to the high pin weight. Trucks are good with power but not heavy and suspension is maxed out. 2003 Teton Grand Freedom towed with 2006 Freightliner Century 120 across the beautiful USA welding pipe.https://photos.app.goo.gl/O32ZjgzSzgK7LAyt1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theharveys Posted January 13, 2016 Report Share Posted January 13, 2016 There is a 2003 Teton for sale at this link...looks like it may be in reasonable shape and the price is right. http://www.spacecraftmfg.com/used.htm Jeff and Cindy Harvey 2007 Intl 4400 DT570 2010 Carriage Carri-Lite 36MAX1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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