Lowering My 3500 Pros and Cons ? Whats the best 5th wheel ?

Lowering My 3500 Pros and Cons ? Whats the best 5th wheel ?

02-28-2003, 08:44 PM

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Lowering My 3500 Pros and Cons ? Whats the best 5th wheel ?

OK after reading the TSB for lowering the ride height on my 2001 3500 4X4, I would like to know what are the pros and cons of this mod ? With the monster front bumper & winch that is now on my truck, the OEM front springs have a little sag, so lowering the rear would look OK. Is there any drive line issues I need to worry about when lowering the truck by 1 7/8" ? I don't do much off road driving, but I like to go where I want when I want.

The other question is what is a good brand of 5th wheel camper ?
I currently have an 1987 29' Coachman 5th wheel that has been a great camper, it seems to be built really well, and am quite happy with it. I am looking at replacing it with a 2000 Jayco 28.5 Eagle w/bunks and a super slide out. Any input would be great before I make the dive off into mega debt

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Last question, how much is a used 29' 5th wheel worth nowadays ? Its a 29' Coachman with a rear living room, sleeps six, AC, furnace, dual batteries, new roof, newer Marathon tires, all new brake assy/wiring for both axles, newer awning, rear hitch and some other stuff I forgot about. Its in fairly good shape, nice interior and everything works. Any Ideas what I should ask ?

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