2012 Tahoe 3.08
Currently we have a 2002 Trailblazer 4X4 130,000 miles 4.2L I6, 4-Speed Automatic, 3.42 gears, and #5500 tow rating. We tow a hybrid with a Reese's dual-cam sway-control system that actually weighs in...
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APT wrote:
GM's half ton SUV tow ratings are about:
3.08: 5500 pounds
3.42: 6000 pounds
3.42 with HD towing package: 8500 pounds.
My understanding is that the HD towing package is 3.42 gear, Tranny cooler and a engine oil cooler. How can the difference between the 3.42 only and the 3.42 w/ addition of the Tranny and engine cooler increase the towing by 2500#? I am I missing something? Don't see a tranny cooler increase the towing #'s.
mbopp wrote:
So what's wrong with using the Dodge 1500 as a TV?
Dodge 1500 is not ours.:( If me I would get a real truck but the wife wants a SUV because it will be her daily driver. My little Tacoma SR5 is not ready for an upgrade, but when it will be a 1/2 ton truck.:)
