new Escalade as TV
I just bought an escalade esv. it is new and has the 6.2l with 420hp and 460tq. It also has the 8 speed transmission. Has anyone used this setup or the yukon xl for towing a camper? Thank you.
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RinconVTR wrote:
Never mind the "hot rod" motor comment. The 6.2L is a BEAST for towing. It simply isn't meant to be an HD "work truck" engine. That's all.
Agreed.
I wish that motor was available in the HD models perhaps in a slightly detuned version/regular gas.- If you will be towing anywhere near max and have P275/55R-20 tires swap them out for LT265/60R-20.
Never mind the "hot rod" motor comment. The 6.2L is a BEAST for towing. It simply isn't meant to be an HD "work truck" engine. That's all. - It will have 'P' rated tires, not good for towing
The 6.2 is an all aluminum 'hot rod' motor used in the Corvette and Camero, not designed for towing, thats why it is not available in 2500 or 3500 trucks - I know a few towing with Suburbans and Excursions that state they have a decent towing experience but they are not towing at their max capacities. No matter the tow vehicle, towing at max or over is not an ideal towing experience. A quick online search indicated payload capacity roughly around 1500#, with everything in your Escalade subtracting from that amount which is why someone asked about what you intend to carry onboard your new Caddy while towing. Many half-tons have impressive towing capacities but never even get close to towing that much, check your driver door jamb for label indicating payload. That is a sweet ride and there are plenty of TT's available that would make for a good towing combination.
mbopp wrote:
How many people are you hauling, how much gear are you carrying, and what size trailer are you looking to tow?
I'll treat this as a loaded 1/2-ton crew cab - you'll probably run out of payload after it's all said and done.
I am not asking if the truck will tow a certian trailer. i will be under all capacities, i was only asking if anyone has any experence towing at the rated capacity and how the truck feels.- How many people are you hauling, how much gear are you carrying, and what size trailer are you looking to tow?
I'll treat this as a loaded 1/2-ton crew cab - you'll probably run out of payload after it's all said and done.
