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Hell, the model X has a payload of 1,230 to 1,254 lbs which might be on par with some of the higher-trimmed 1500s! :D

I think I read that all Coachmen lines that have fiberglass walls use Azdel now. We've cross shopped about everything they make and initially started on the Apex line. We just needed something a little shorter with the layout we wanted. The Spirit 245 was on the shortlist as well. I really liked...

We're going with a Freedom Express 257bhs. Our first purchase attempt didn't go as planned, so we're waiting a bit longer and will pick one up this summer. https://coachmenrv.com/travel-trailers/freedom-express-ultra-lite/257BHS/369

I think that's great advice for any TT purchase. Based on recent reviews from people who've purchased trailers recently, I think many manufacturers have been dealing with quality control challenges through the pandemic. We've looked at a few trailers recently from the manufacturer we're going...

We went through the same process and landed where you are. We ultimately decided we just had to commit to one and go but due to some dealer /order complications we'll be getting one a little later in the summer. That said, I'm not allowed to look at any more trailers 😜 . We'll be doing the...

Have you checked out the Keystone ultra lite in this floorplan? https://www.keystonerv.com/product/bullet/comfort-travel-trailers/floorplans/243BHS

The formula is using the unloaded trailer weight + cargo weight rather than the maximum weight capacity of the trailer. That is an important call out, however, as I used your approach first to find trailers that would be within my available payload if 'fully loaded'.

We'll be picking up a TT later this summer. We were ready to pull the trigger on one towards the end of last year but things got a bit too crazy with trying to order the one we wanted so we decided to hold off a bit longer. I'm a spreadsheet guy so that was my go-to for evaluating options. I...

My reply was simply stating the fact that total vehicle weight impacts the available payload given you have to operate within the GVWR. I'm not sure if there is a difference in the weight of oem 18s vs 22s, I couldn't find any relevant Information either way.

Yes, it is actually possible that it will reduce available payload due to the overall GVWR. It might not impact what your truck is 'capable' of carrying, but I'd be curious if anyone knows the difference between the stock 22" weight vs the stock 18" weight? My quick google-fu ended up with nothing.

I usually use these types of circuits to trigger a relay, at which point you can use a fused 12v feed from the fuse box as described earlier in the thread. That way you don't run into over amp/voltage scenarios with existing circuits.

You can do a little bit of weight 'budget' work ahead of researching TT's that'll make the search much easier. If you haven't yet, find a cat scale and load your truck up with the passengers you'd expect to take towing, top off your fuel, and get your baseline weight. Take the GVWR of your...

I totally get it. It's a solid position. Sounds like you have your logic laid out. Just remember it's a long-game and to have some fun (risk) in there while you can 😃. It's amazing how risk averse you become the moment you see your eyes looking back at ya. IMO, like Mr. Miller once said, take...

Why not just start off with a used toy hauler? Seems that's a good middle ground of flexibility and your current requirements.

3.92 eco (specs in sig), ~22-24 city (unloaded), solid 29 highway (74 mph cc unloaded).