In our continuing search, we were told yesterday that tongue/hitch weight only matters if you're planning to use a bumper ball for towing. If using a towing hitch attached to the body, you can tow th...
You are on the right track. DON'T buy a vehicle without FACTORY tow package. I will guarantee you it is not the same as bolting a receiver on a non tow package.
People will also tell you that a one ton is just a 3/4 ton with heavier rear springs, they are lost.
So tell us about the trailer. If you are buying the truck first and then the trailer, you may be doing it backwards. Maybe I missed something though.