I bought a 2500 Chevy Duramax. I pull a 19' bassboat, 28' camper, 16' utilty trailer. Would a gas engine work? Yes. I wanted a diesel and that's what I bought. So far I love it. Its a 2016 model with 35,000 miles on it. Maintaining the beast isn't all to bad. Fuel is a little more expensive. Don't let the Debbie Downers influence you. If you can afford it, go for it.