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dodge_guy
Aug 31, 2013Explorer II
I tow a 35ft TT with a V-10 X with 4.30 gears and i have the 11,500 lb tow rating. The V10 X's had an 8900lb tow rating while the diesel has a 9100 or 9200 lb GVWR. Not sure on a 2WD diesel X. The 02 receiver has a 1250/12,500 lb weight rating. It was upgraded from 01 with nothing more than larger hardware. I can tell you i am at my trucks max GVWR, but you would never know it maybe even a couple hundred over. With 4 kids they will be over the X's GVWR, but i would not be concerned with going upwards of 9500lbs. The limiting factor will be the weak rear springs. Everyone that has an X does something with the rear suspension, air bags, F250/350 springs and a rear sway bar.
I've had my setup for well over 15k towing miles with no issues. The biggest key is proper hitch setup and a good sway control system. I like the dual cam system. As you can see it has worked great for me!
I've had my setup for well over 15k towing miles with no issues. The biggest key is proper hitch setup and a good sway control system. I like the dual cam system. As you can see it has worked great for me!
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