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Help Me Get Set Up!

03-16-2004, 02:38 PM

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JRMora

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Help Me Get Set Up!

I am looking at purchasing my first large trailer. We are looking at 5th wheels in the 13-14,000# range. I have towed lots of smaller trailers (up to 8000#) but this will be our first 5'ver.

Knowing that we are looking at a trailer of this size, here's what i am thinking of picking up before setting up the trailer:

I want an e-brake - looking at Banks / Pac / Jacobs
I want guages - Boost and Pyro (it's a 6 speed)
I want a larger exhaust - looking at Banks because of the brake, but... Cooler running, yes?
I will be buying a Pull-right with Super Rails (I want a flush bed for hauling my sheet goods when doing furniture and cabinet making).
Brake controller is up in the air. (I know I need to be careful, but) Opinions?

Am I missing anything?

I'm not ready for a box yet. I understand EGT's can be an issue with a box and heavy loads. I am going to be stock for a little while. Of course, the other deciding factor is $$.

I'm learning a lot here. Thanks in advance for all the input!

Juan

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