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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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DallasSteve
Nomad II
Sep 06, 2016
westend wrote:

I think what you'll find is that a Ford F150 with standard hitch receiver is limited to a tongue weight of 1000 lbs with a WDH. Without one, it is limited to 600 lbs. You will run out of payload capacity and hitch rating long before you reach the 10K + lbs towing capacity.


OK. I see your point. If I get a larger trailer (mid 30s) I will probably have to throw more truck at the problem.

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