2509s purchase

[dicrostonyx]

THanks, I appreciate you sharing your experience towing the 2509s and similar sized TT. Helps in the decision process regarding pulling a 2019 2509s with a Toyota Tundra 5.7L V8 CrewMax.
Cheers!

[Sweedish15]

Your Toyota is more than enough.

[epster2]

Just towed my 2509s with my Jeep Grand Cherokee diesel from San Diego to Tucson Arizona (Got 11mpg). Your tundra will do fine.

[Cknowlto]

It is so weird. No matter who I talk to, if they are towing with a modern truck, they get 10-11 MPG. No matter what truck, no matter what TT. (even me)



Is it just me?

[67L48]

I think that's generally true. I've also read a lot about towing experiences, and it seems like the issues are "ease" and speed. Going up I-70 to the Eisenhower tunnel with 6-8% grades to 11,000', a diesel pulls the load with ease and you can go the speed limit of 60-70 mph. No problem. With a 1/2 ton, particularly an older one, you might struggle up the hill going 35-40 mph. But, in either case, your dial will be at 8 mpg.

So, fuel economy seems flat, even if the towing experience is radically different.

What I've learned is that a more capable TV may provide that better towing capability/experience. But, don't step up your TV thinking that you'll pay it off with increased fuel economy while towing.

Just my conclusion based on my reading. Others may have different conclusions, of course.

[Chuck_S]

F150 Eco Boost pulling a 9000 pound trailer "I can run up this hill (the "Ike") at 90mph if you let me." Speed limit is no sweat.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k8CafR1YxqE

-- Chuck

[Dirt Sifter]

I towed a 30' TT with more weight than you are looking at, with an '07 Tundra DC, long bed, 5.7L, tow package. I was over on the weight (shame on me) but had no problems on over 5K miles or with some 5K miles towing a 27' TT. Your rig will do just fine. We did replace the OEM gas tank with a transfer flow, but not sure they are still making them for Tundras.

[Sweedish15]

So back to the original topic, I’m getting quotes for 21000 from dealers up north. Is it realistic to get that same price locally

[Chuck_S]

Depends on the arrogance of the "local dealer," many of whom act like they're doing us a favor by selling campers.

-- Chuck

[Sweedish15]

Yeah no shi* it’s quite off putting. They act like we owe them something for buying from them

[Sweedish15]

Yeah no shi* it’s quite off putting. They act like we owe them something for buying from them

[HappyCamper1962]

Originally Posted by Sweedish15

So back to the original topic, I’m getting quotes for 21000 from dealers up north. Is it realistic to get that same price locally

If the difference is only in the shipping rate, then you could expect local dealers to point it out and ask you to consider the cost of picking up farther away (gas, lodging, etc) But you could offset those extra shipping costs elsewhere in your deal if you are a savvy negotiator. And advertised rates vary so much, not just because of location differences. There are variances in fees and taxes, and the high degree of bait and switch probability. If your quotes are in writing, and factor everything into the deal (giving you Out The Door price) then use that to negotiate locally. I was able to get a couple of nearby dealers and a couple out of town dealerships to send me complete out the door offers in writing, and I used those to get a better idea of what I should expect to pay and then negotiated my deal locally. I got an excellent price with the benefit of a local dealer to answer questions and get quick service if needed. RVOne in Tampa also has a mobile technician, so I was able to have a couple of upgrades done without leaving my home parking space. It takes knowing what you want, knowing what you are willing to pay and the perseverance to get a good deal. Then don't look back or it will make you crazy

[Brastic]

We picked up a 2018 2509S back in December 2018 for $20k. This was in California, so we do pay a bit more. We really wanted the 2018 with the outside sink, so we knew we wanted the 2018. The trailer came pretty loaded with slide cover and some extras that I forgot now. But, it did have lot of the little stuff also like the BBQ grill, levels, extension cords, etc. We pretty much picked it up and went camping. So far the 5 of us and a dog really enjoy it.