[F16Vip3r]

Another thing to look at is the Cargo Carrying Capacity (CCC) and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of your truck. Being a newbie, I made some mistakes last summer and didn't even LOOK at the truck GVWR/CCC until after I had the camper.

I had a an F-150 with about 1350lbs CCC. Here's how I figured my weights before buying the camper:

Trailer Hitch Weight: 650
Family of 4+ small dog: 400
Total: 1050 (300lbs to spare)

I thought I was fine, but didn't consider...
Propane (sits mostly on hitch): 60
Hitch / WD Assembly: 60 - 90
ACTUAL total: ~1200lbs

Now I was pushing 1200lbs, and thats before considering anything loaded in the trailer in front of the camper axles, placing anything in the bed, my kids growing, car seats, etc. The truck may have been OK, but I wasn't feeling comfortable. Plus, with the 5.4L and 3.55 gears, it towed like crap.

2 weeks after buying the camper, I upgraded to an F-250 with 6.2L engine and 2650 in CCC. No more weight issues/worries for this guy.