Anyone tow with a 2010 Chevy 1500?
I've got a 5.3 LTZ crew cab with a 3.08 rear end. Max towing capacity is 6k which sucks. Looking at a Grey Wolf 23DBH that weighs 5k but would prefer the 26DBH but it weighs 5,600. Not sure I want ...
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The 6-spd with 3.08 axle is a actually better than GM's prior 4-spd with 4.10. You'll have 4 usable towing gears vs. 5 with 3.42. If you decide to tow any high walled trailer, get a high capacity transmission cooler. The 5.3L has plenty of power. It just needs to spin, like 2500RPM+ cruising and 4500rpm climbing hills. If that concept scares you, find a truck with forced induction.
As others have said, no one tows a dry trailer. Expect 1000 pounds more than brochure/web site weights.
Few people will notice any difference between two trailers 600 pounds different. The aerodynamics are what people notice, any high walled RV.
As others have said, no one tows a dry trailer. Expect 1000 pounds more than brochure/web site weights.
Few people will notice any difference between two trailers 600 pounds different. The aerodynamics are what people notice, any high walled RV.
