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rvhippo
Explorer
Sep 03, 2016

Towing 33', 7500 GVWR trailer with 1/2 ton truck.

Conclusion: NOT FUN. Do-able, but NOT FUN. Two hands on the wheel at all times. The Truck 2016 Dodge Ram 1500 5.7L V8 gas engine 8-speed auto transmission, 3.92 final drive 1,630 lbs. payload c...
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braindead0
Explorer
Sep 04, 2016
rvhippo wrote:
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*Transmission probably won't last long. Shift logic already locking into tow/haul mode even without the trailer attached.
Can you elaborate? I've got the same truck with the exception of year, I wish I could get it to 'lock' into tow/haul mode. And why do you think the transmission isn't going to last long?

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