2008 30 TS

jmitch · Post by **jmitch** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:21 pm

Just got a 2008 30 TS and have a 2003 Dodge 2500 diesel. No chip or jake brake, I am just looking for opinions on towing this new 5th wheel. I travel to oregon, the cal. coast and arizona, so I hit some hills. No problems with my last 24' travel trailer.
thanks for your input in advance.

Post by **Mike Clay** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:26 pm

You wont have any problems I live in Oregon and use to tow my 29 rk with a 2004 ram stock but it did have an ebrake and was a six speed.

R & D · Post by **R & D** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:44 pm

We have a 2007 30 RKLE that I pull with a 2006 Dodge Ram 2500. Getting up the hills isn't as much of a concern as stopping. I seem to have plenty of power getting up hills and I had a Jake brake installed. It certainly helps slow me down.

Roy

BoonesRV · Post by **BoonesRV** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 5:58 pm

What is the actual length and wt of your 30TS

campswithcritters · Post by **campswithcritters** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 6:18 pm

No mods required, but exhaust brake recommended not necessarily required for you for planned travel. Heavy mountain travel, an exhaust brake will become your best friend. Up is easy but down a little more challenging.

Post by **Mike Clay** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 6:25 pm

Little off subject jmitch but you might want to tow over to the California rally in Jackson CA you can learn lots and meet some great people Jackson Rally

david_iona · Post by **david_iona** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 7:54 pm

I travel most of the area you mentioned and I have not made any changes to my 02 Duramax with the exception of air bags. They help even out the ride and comfort. Some engine braking would great on the down hill runs but I take it easy and have had no issues with overheating or brakes for all my travels. Enjoy your travels and make the changes you want as the money and the wish list grows.

Rob & Cathy · Post by **Rob & Cathy** » Tue Jan 12, 2010 11:14 pm

jmitch wrote: No chip or jake brake, I am just looking for opinions on towing this new 5th wheel. I travel to oregon, the cal. coast and arizona, so I hit some hills.

Do you have a manual or automatic transmission?

Rob

teallen · Post by **teallen** » Wed Jan 13, 2010 3:30 am

I too had your concern last year, but after my first trip thru the mountains last Aug-Sep, the F250 handled our 30TS with ease going up and down. You really should not have a problem with your 2500.

tschmalz · Post by **tschmalz** » Fri Jan 15, 2010 8:02 am

You should probably take your rig to a scale and find out the actual numbers. The 3/4 ton might be a little light for the weight but I'm sure it will pull it. The exhaust brake is a very good addition. I would recommend anyone that tows with a diesel should have one, especially if you are going to be spending a lot of time in the mountains.

jmitch · Post by **jmitch** » Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:33 am

BoonesRV wrote:What is the actual length and wt of your 30TS

33'6" dry weight is 10,755 loaded about 13,000

jmitch · Post by **jmitch** » Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:36 am

Mike Clay wrote:Little off subject jmitch but you might want to tow over to the California rally in Jackson CA you can learn lots and meet some great people Jackson Rally

Thanks Mike,
We might take you up on that. Just have to make sure the wife can get off.
Mitch

jmitch · Post by **jmitch** » Sun Jan 17, 2010 7:38 am

Automatic Transmission and I think I have the 3.73 rear end.

Rob & Cathy wrote:
jmitch wrote: No chip or jake brake, I am just looking for opinions on towing this new 5th wheel. I travel to oregon, the cal. coast and arizona, so I hit some hills.
Do you have a manual or automatic transmission?

Rob

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