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[dutchmensport]

If the "clearance" problem is between the top of the truck bed sides and the bottom of the fifth wheel overhang (king pin area), then you might consider another option... switching out the bed of the truck for something that is not as tall. There are always trade-off when you make decisions like these, for sure. But considering the cost of a new truck and possibly higher payments, replacing the existing bed for something different, just MIGHT be a better alternative.

Either way you go, good luck! Enjoy! These ARE the good times!

[MarvnMabel]

Originally Posted by Courser Farm

We are long time horse campers but now hanging up our boots. Transitioning over to camping with no horses! In the process of buying a Cougar 24 RDS. We will tow with a F450 but thinking of selling and buying F250. We needed that much to pull our big LQ but can downsize now! Thank you for welcoming us.

We towed our 24RDS with a '14 GMC 1500. Pulled better than my 3500 Dually the year before. In Montana even. Have fun and welcome! You'll love the OTG. Sold ours for other reasons. But miss the solar

[Courser Farm]

Thanks for the input. We've been convinced that we will be happy with the 450. We shall see, pick it up maybe Wed.

[Mikelff]

Originally Posted by Courser Farm

Thanks for the input. We've been convinced that we will be happy with the 450. We shall see, pick it up maybe Wed.

Welcome from North Texas! Yup, you will be glad you kept your 450. You will have NO weight issues, and be able to “carry” pretty much what you want. You will want 6 inches of clearance from the top of your bed rails to the bottom of your trailer. This usually can be achieved by adjusting the hight on your hitch, or the position of your trailer pin up or down, or a combination of both. Good advice from the other folks about the checklists and taking your time on your PDI. Have the dealer fix issues before signing any paperwork. Finding a good dealer is essential. All warranty will go through them so hopefully you have a good one. Happy Camping!!

[Courser Farm]

Thanks! Appreciate all your comments. Stay tuned !

[H3dnut]

Originally Posted by jasin1

Also if you haven’t signed on the dotted line for your fifth wheel….take the time and don’t let them rush you to check over EVERYTHING in the camper before you leave and most importantly if you find any issues I would have them correct it before you sign for it. Before you take delivery you are a priority…after delivery you go to the back of the line

Yes please look at everything on the Cougar after picking ours up many problems and they would not fix them! Check water system especially we had many leaks from connection to sinks and hot water tanks!

[LHaven]

Originally Posted by Courser Farm

And the 350's have that "wobble wheel" problem.

You won't avoid it by going with a 250.

[Courser Farm]

Thanks. Keeping our 450. Stay tuned.

[flybouy]

Advice on the PDI, record the PDI with your cell phone. There will be a lot to go over and YOU WILL FORGET. Having a video to go back and review can save you a lot of agony.