Re: RC: Do I need 4WD?

[Jim Holland <lanconn@tds.net>]

IMHO scrap the dually option and look for 4WD. In Endurance, we park in
strange places, like pastures, which have a habit of becoming mud when
it rains.  Or we climb winding mountain roads to a vet check. I watched
numerous people being pulled around at Leatherwood by a tractor because
it was not muddy, but just slick from rain.  If you're gonna do a lot of
rides, you will thank your lucky stars you got it.  The truck you are
looking at is perfect for pulling a 6 horse air conditioned trailer on
pavement to horse shows with a nice flat parking lot.  That's what the
dually does.  It handles lots of weight on the bed. The additional
"traction" you get is negligible because those 4 wheels are on the same
axle.  It also rides harder, is more of a gas hog, and costs more for
tires.  Look for a 3/4 ton diesel (not dually) with 4WD and a towing
package.  You won't regret it. I've been towing "something" for almost
30 years....been there and done that...won't own another truck without
4WD.

Jim and Sunny

"guest@endurance.net" wrote:
> 
> Sharon Becker sbecker165@aol.com
> I am thinking of buying a Dodge Ram 3500 Diesel Dually.
> It has a power stroke engine, is already set up for a goose neck
> and I love everything about it but its only 2WD.
> Is this going to be a problem for me?  I have had no
> problems with my 4WD Suburban and a bumper pull trailer.
> I just want to be sure I can get out of the mud we often
> find ourselves in and up my steep mountain driveway of gravel.
> Several owners of such trucks have told me I don't need 4WD
> but they don't get off road much if any.
> Please email me privately at sbecker165@aol.com.
> Thanx, see you on the trail, Sharon
> 
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