ngm

All valid questions. The bed doesn’t look bad but it was used for 5th wheel for sure. The hitch was used too (see the photos). Of course I asked for the history, but as typical dealers they said the guy just wanted to upgrade. Carfax looks very clean i.e. 1-owner, well maintained. Another concern is that the used truck prices got pretty inflates these days that I don’t know how the smart investment is now, considering they are probably going to drop the prices of the used ones once the new trucks start coming in. —- ngm

@ratman6161 we are definitely getting RV. That’s the whole idea behind the truck, otherwise I’ll be more than glad to get some SUV. The thing is, I don’t know how fast we’re going to upgrade. Even the RV’s we’re eyeballing right now are travel trailers 30’+ because of kids. 3/4 trucks should be able to handle this size of TT. However, if we get to like that life style, I’m expecting to upgrade in 2-3 years into middle sized 5th wheel where 3/4 would become a bottleneck. So basically, this topic is imposing the following two dilemmas: 1) Used (Chevy low miles/better trim) vs. New (RAM no miles/lesser trim) 2) Optimal towing capacity with the room to grow for a period of 5 years I’m kind a aware of the comfort you lose with 1-ton truck when driving without a load. I’m not sure of the severity but I know there’s penality for sure. Thank you for the input, —- ngm

That was a beautiful truck. Thanks for your input. —- ngm

Thank you for all your feedback guys. Currently, I'm in the tight spot considering I'm totally newbie in both truck and RV worlds. That being said I'm not clueless, I'm getting into this subject for over a year now. We did multiple RV trips by renting the rig which turned out to be extremely expensive especially for the longer trips. The deal is, we are going either to get fully into RV living for at least 5-6 months a year or not at all. We don’t plan on using it just for weekend trips. Now I have to pull the plug on 5-6 years of financing with some truck that is reliable, safe and has a potential room to grow with RV as we go. I totally agree with @KARNUT to go new all the way. The thing is I really like this chevy dually, the look, the trim, the way it rides which is way closer to European SUV's (Mercedes GLE/GLS) than to typical truck. Eventhough it’s dully the truck is very maneuverable. With a bit stiff rear tho. RAM feels more like a truck. At least that’s my personal feel. While the trim is not huge on my priority list, I don't wanna lie that I like leather in LTZ vs. cloth in Big Horn. However, RAM has definitely more space in the back, updated infotainment and dashboard as well as fans in the back. @Phantom 4D yes, I drove both chevy and RAM 3 - 4 times already. As for payload, I think I got all weighting acronyms, payloads, towing capacities specs right. Chevy's payload on the sticker is 4509 lbs while RAM's payload on the sticker is 4265 lbs. Chevy's GVWR is 13025 lbs while RAM's GVWR is 12300 lbs. Chevy's conventional/5th wheel towing capacity is 20000 lbs/22700 lbs while RAM's is 20264 lbs. They're pretty darn close with towing capacities! The only difference I see is the rear axle: Chevy GAWR Front/Rear: 5600 lbs/9375 lbs RAM GAWR Frong/Rear: 6000 lbs/7000 lbs Finally, here's the listing for both trucks: Chevy: https://www.carfax.com/vehicle/1GC4K0EYXJF153395 RAM: https://www.billluke.com/inventory/new-2021-ram-3500-big-horn-4x4-crew-cab-3c63r3hl8mg649475/ Any thoughts are much appreciated. Thanks everyone once again, --- ngm

Hi passionate people, Coming from Europe and living in the US, I really didn’t know nothing about trucks and RV’s. I’m at the junction of buying my 1st truck. After that I’ll jump on my 1st RV. The biggest mission is to sell my wife on the RV style of living. Right now I’m at the point to choose between: 1) 2018 Chevy 3500 HD LTZ Duramax Crew DRW (21k miles) - $68k (4500 lbs payload) vs. 2) 2021 RAM 3500 Big Horn Cummins Crew SRW (0 miles) - $68k (4200 lbs payload) My primary concern is not performance or latest tech but rather reliability, longevity - room to grow my RV needs without changing the truck. I’m banging my head all week long! Any input from you and your expertise would mean a tons to me. Thank you so much, —- ngm