New to TT, Bit timid to tow ...?
Hi all, I am new to this forum and new to travel trailer camping. We have "the bug" and are looking at small Jayco or Rockwood. We haven't bought the trailer, nor do we yet have a tow vehicle. Howe...
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CraigJConrad wrote:
ARGHH! Just when I thought this was all settled, the question of rear axle ratio raised its head. My purchase order doesn't identify the rear axle ratio, but the Dodge web site notes that it comes in two different ratios. So, after digging further, I find that the V6 standard model comes with the 3.45 ratio, but upgrading to the V8 Hemi changes it to 3.09 as the group contains:
--5.7-Liter V8 HEMI® MDS VVT Engine
--220-Amp Alternator
--230MM Rear Axle
--2-Speed On-Demand Transfer Case
--3.09 Rear Axle Ratio
--GVW Rating - 7,100 Pounds
--Heavy Duty Engine Cooling
So, if I understand correctly, the 3.45 is better for towing, so that would suggest I should have stayed with the V6. But the V8 is better for towing (power and weight ratings), so I should stay with the V8!!
I can still change my order for this car until Wednesday. What should I do??
Anxious all over again .... Craig
I don't think the suggestion of getting 3.45 gears implies staying with the V6 engine at all.
Hemi V8, 3.45 gears. For that matter, I personally would go lower gears than that if I could, but if 3.45 is the lowest you can get, then it is what it is. At least the trans has a whole bunch of gears...so that's good.
