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zogg
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Feb 28, 2014

Towing 7300 pounds with a 1/2 ton Hemi....a-ok??

I am thinking about trading my 3/4 ton "rough rider" for a new 1500 Ram with a 3.93 rear end and towing package. Our trailer weight is 7300 pounds dry, and we pack light, so we are looking around 8000...
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The_Texan
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Feb 28, 2014
Check the payload very carefully, as Ram has a bad rep for very low payloads on the ½T. The new 8 speed is an awesome transmission for towing. My friend has one and it tows in the mountains with ease, but has NO payload to go with his "towing" option.

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