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Northeastrading
Explorer
Aug 26, 2015

Complete noob tower in search of advicr

So here's the scoop. My question is whether or not I can set up a hitch on my vehicle in order to pull the enclosed trailer I wish to buy. I currently have a 2003 Chevrolet Impala base model (3.4 liter) and my cargo will weigh anywhere between 1000-2500 pounds depending on the product I'm transporting. Will my car be able to support a cargo weight up to 2500 pounds? And thats not including the weight of the 5 x 8 trailer which could be up to 900 pounds. Which means I need the vehicle to tow up to 3400 pounds. Is this possible with the vehicle I have or do I need to upgrade to an SUV or light pick up? Comments would he greatly appreciated! Always willing to learn from the people who know more about towing than I do (which isnt much)
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  • TomG2's avatar
    TomG2
    Explorer
    Aug 26, 2015
    Plain Jane half ton pickups are available for that kind of money and would make excellent tow vehicles for that weight trailer while giving over 20 mpg when running empty.
  • Fo_Rill_Doh's avatar
    Fo_Rill_Doh
    Explorer
    Aug 27, 2015
    For $25k you can have a brand new Ram Express or Tradesman 1500 with a Hemi and a 100k mile warranty. If you're going to be towing so often, I'd strongly recommend a V8 especially since it still falls within your budget. Call your local dealers and see if they have any left over 2014 or 2015's. Easy way to get more truck for your money.

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