automatic transmission shifting procedure
Just checking my methodology to see if "all" agrees. I am towing a 5000 lb TT with a 2006 Chevy Trailblazer with the 5.3 vortex v8. I tow in 3rd. When going up a steep hill, I wait until the comput...
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That 5.3 V8 is found in Suburbans, Tahoes etc and a LOT of pickup trucks. Most are heavier vehicles than the T'Blazer.
IMHO if your Trailblazer is struggling with a 5000# trailer, you have a much bigger problem that transmission shifting.
You need to get it checked out.
I pulled a 3500#+ boat with a Trailblazer with the 4.2L L6 (which has NO torque at the bottom end!) and while it wouldn't win any races, I had no problems approaching what you are describing.
IMHO if your Trailblazer is struggling with a 5000# trailer, you have a much bigger problem that transmission shifting.
You need to get it checked out.
I pulled a 3500#+ boat with a Trailblazer with the 4.2L L6 (which has NO torque at the bottom end!) and while it wouldn't win any races, I had no problems approaching what you are describing.
