Time to change the signature...
Time to change the signature...
After beating up our 2003 Silverado gasser with the heavy Cardinal, we went on the hunt for a diesel 3/4 ton. While out shopping, we found a great deal on an 08 F350 dually. A bit more than we were looking for, but now have room to grow. The truck already has a gooseneck hitch, so a fiver can now be added to our future shopping list.
We loved our Silverado, but couldn't pass the deal on this one. Towed the Cardinal a couple of times already, and man, what a difference. It's actually comfortable to tow now!
Joe
We loved our Silverado, but couldn't pass the deal on this one. Towed the Cardinal a couple of times already, and man, what a difference. It's actually comfortable to tow now!
Joe
- Mike Clay
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Re: Time to change the signature...
Nice looking truck Joe
Mike, Susanna & Rudy
2016 3850RL Estate "Proto Grigio"
2019 Silverado 3500HD Dually D/A 4x4 LTZ
My dreams are too big for my wallet
Rallies attended - 32
Nights camping in 2013:159 2014:269 2015:Full Timers
2016 3850RL Estate "Proto Grigio"
2019 Silverado 3500HD Dually D/A 4x4 LTZ
My dreams are too big for my wallet
Rallies attended - 32
Nights camping in 2013:159 2014:269 2015:Full Timers
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It's very nice looking. If I ever get another truck I'm getting one with a two tone color scheme.
Rob
Rob
- Don Wilson
- Region Leader Admin
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- Location: New Mexico - California
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Joe,
Nice Truck!
If it has the B&W goose neck hitch with the turnover ball, they ( B&W ) makes a Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch rated at 18,000 lbs that slides right into the receiver in the bed. I have had mine for four years and have been very satisfied with it.
I don't know how soon you will be looking for a fifth wheel? When you start looking for the hitch I bought mine at Tweety's which has free shipping but check with PPL as they are have specials but they charge for charge for shipping, but has no sales tax if shipped outside of Texas!
Don
Nice Truck!
If it has the B&W goose neck hitch with the turnover ball, they ( B&W ) makes a Companion Fifth Wheel Hitch rated at 18,000 lbs that slides right into the receiver in the bed. I have had mine for four years and have been very satisfied with it.
I don't know how soon you will be looking for a fifth wheel? When you start looking for the hitch I bought mine at Tweety's which has free shipping but check with PPL as they are have specials but they charge for charge for shipping, but has no sales tax if shipped outside of Texas!
Don
We don't know a stranger only friends we haven't met yet!
Don
2019 Cardinal 3350RLX Luxury Edition
2014 Dodge 3500 2WD DRW Long Bed
2023 Nights Camped 33
2022 Nights Camped 24
2021 Nights Camped 46
Rallies Attended - 50
Frog - 5
Don
2019 Cardinal 3350RLX Luxury Edition
2014 Dodge 3500 2WD DRW Long Bed
2023 Nights Camped 33
2022 Nights Camped 24
2021 Nights Camped 46
Rallies Attended - 50
Frog - 5
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Welcome to the Powerstroke family. It definitely makes towing a heavy trailer more enjoyable when your tow vehicle is up to the task. Congratulations on your purchase.
- teallen
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Re: Time to change the signature...
Nice truck, but I am bias anyway for Ford's. That diesel can sure pull.
Tom and Judy
2012 Cardinal 3030RS ("le Chateau")
2018 RAM 3500
9 grandkids (keeps us busy)
Rallys attended - 17
2019 Camping Days- 7
Camping Days - 2011 - 90, 2012 - 144, 2013 - 130, 2014 - 130, 2015 - 107
2012 Cardinal 3030RS ("le Chateau")
2018 RAM 3500
9 grandkids (keeps us busy)
Rallys attended - 17
2019 Camping Days- 7
Camping Days - 2011 - 90, 2012 - 144, 2013 - 130, 2014 - 130, 2015 - 107
Re: Time to change the signature...
Nice looking truck. You'll like. I sure like the two tones too.
- Chief409
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Mojave Desert - Cardinal Owners: 2007 30WBLE
- Location: California Rosamond
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Oh yeah it can pull! I had a dump trailer on the ball loaded to at least 10k a week or so ago. Started out easy at a light, got things moving, a bit more throttle, the tranny shifted and the turbo's kicked in. Truck said "GO", trailer said "NO", duallys went "BURN OUT".teallen wrote:Nice truck, but I am bias anyway for Ford's. That diesel can sure pull.
Whoops, not a 5er with 2200# on the hitch...
Jeff & Terry
U.S.N. Ret
2012 F350 Lariat FX4 6.7 Diesel Dually, Crew Cab, LWB, 50 gal Transfer Flow toolbox/tank
2007 Cardinal 30WBLE, "the 'Bird", ONAN gen.
The more I see in my travels, the more I realize there is so much more to see.
U.S.N. Ret
2012 F350 Lariat FX4 6.7 Diesel Dually, Crew Cab, LWB, 50 gal Transfer Flow toolbox/tank
2007 Cardinal 30WBLE, "the 'Bird", ONAN gen.
The more I see in my travels, the more I realize there is so much more to see.
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Nice truck! Good luck and enjoy it!
Rich
Rich
Rich, Fern, Bethany & Justin
2005 F 450, CC, Duallie, 4wd, 25K Air Safe hitch, 100 Gal.aux. fuel tank.
2009 3802 BH LX Edition, 5 slide
Leave no roller coaster unridden!
2005 F 450, CC, Duallie, 4wd, 25K Air Safe hitch, 100 Gal.aux. fuel tank.
2009 3802 BH LX Edition, 5 slide
Leave no roller coaster unridden!
- RevHam
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- Location: Ohio Camden
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- Location: Ohio Camden
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Hey Joe - I've been a Chevy man since I've been buying but that is one sweet looking hauler! I believe I would've done the same! Enjoy the road!
2006 Cardinal 30 WB
2007 Chevy 3500HD LTZ w/ DMax & Ally
1972 Airstream International
2007 Chevy 3500HD LTZ w/ DMax & Ally
1972 Airstream International