2010 2WD 2500 Crew cab

[Rvradrub]

Hello, I am new I and wanted to ask if anyone out there is utilizing a 2WD 2500 Cummins Crew Cab to tow their travel trailers / 5th wheel. If so, do you regret not purchasing a 4X4 ? I have an opportunity to purchase a 2010 2WD 2500 Crew cab with 78000 miles. I am still in the market for a travel trailer. I am not sure if the 2WD will be sufficient. I Do not plan on going into a extreme weather conditions or non-pavement roads if it is possible. I would appreciate any feedback that anyone can provide. Thank you

 

[Rosy]

For towing itself, there's a low probability of needing 4x4. But what else will you use the truck for?

Where do you live? Do you have to contend with snow and ice in the winter?

Where do you store your trailer? We keep ours in a storage lot that's basically a grassy field so if we needed to get our trailer in or out when it's been raining heavily or snowing, it could get dicey with only RWD.

Do you own a boat or plan to get one in the future?

Plan to do any off roading? (I assume not with a truck that size, but you never know.)

 

[Rvradrub]

For towing itself, there's a low probability of needing 4x4. But what else will you use the truck for?

Where do you live? Do you have to contend with snow and ice in the winter?

Where do you store your trailer? We keep ours in a storage lot that's basically a grassy field so if we needed to get our trailer in or out when it's been raining heavily or snowing, it could get dicey with only RWD.

Do you own a boat or plan to get one in the future?

Plan to do any off roading? (I assume not with a truck that size, but you never know.

For towing itself, there's a low probability of needing 4x4. But what else will you use the truck for?

Where do you live? Do you have to contend with snow and ice in the winter?

Where do you store your trailer? We keep ours in a storage lot that's basically a grassy field so if we needed to get our trailer in or out when it's been raining heavily or snowing, it could get dicey with only RWD.

Do you own a boat or plan to get one in the future?

Plan to do any off roading? (I assume not with a truck that size, but you never know.)

Thank you for your response. We currently live in Southern Arizona. We may see snow once every few years and really does not stick to the ground. If we want to enjoy the snow, we do have to drive into the mountains about 1 hour away. We do not have a boat and won't utilize this vehicle for off roading. The future travel trailer will be parked at our home (even compact ground). Our thoughts are to travel to different camp grounds visiting throughout the states. This is all new to us, and since we found a great vehicle at the year, miles, and condition we are reaching out to people who may have experience in this area of their lives, and provide their personal experiences especially those who may have a 2 Wheel Drive and the pros and cons of their choice of vehicle. Thank you for your feedback

 

[Kevin D Pem]

I have been pulling trailers for a looooong time. For the last 9 years with a 4x4 and only once needed that feature. If dispersed camping on dirt roads like the 300 (rim road), and freshly graded 4x4 is useful but seldom needed.

So you can compare. My first trailer was purchased in 1978,and did most of the west. East to corpus Christy. I started with a 1 ton van. Yes 2x4 will serve you well. Just remember when you visit the dunes on I-8 west of Yuma to stay off the sand!!!

 

[team bradfield]

I've owned 4-350/450 4x4 duallys, only because that's what the dealer had, loved them but I don't recall ever using the 4x4

 

[Rvradrub]

I have been pulling trailers for a looooong time. For the last 9 years with a 4x4 and only once needed that feature. If dispersed camping on dirt roads like the 300 (rim road), and freshly graded 4x4 is useful but seldom needed.

So you can compare. My first trailer was purchased in 1978,and did most of the west. East to corpus Christy. I started with a 1 ton van. Yes 2x4 will serve you well. Just remember when you visit the dunes on I-8 west of Yuma to stay off the sand!!!

Thank you Kevin, I appreciate the feedback. I feel more confident purchasing the 2 X 4. I am a newbie and look forward to future vacations with this truck and a travel trailer. Thank you

 

[Rvradrub]

I've owned 4-350/450 4x4 duallys, only because that's what the dealer had, loved them but I don't recall ever using the 4x4

Thank you, I am getting some of the same feedback with conversations. People don't recall using their 4 X 4, but some do mention when needed it is great to have. I believe I will need to pay a little more attention to the different conditions while owning a 2 X 4 is the information that I am gathering at this time. Thank you for your reply.