towing ability
Hello all, we have a 2004 suburban 1500(1/2 ton) with the 5.3L engine, 3:73 axle ratio, the factory tow package and about 96,000 miles with a towing capacity of 7400lbs. We are looking to tow a 31' 60...
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ChooChooMan74 wrote:donn0128 wrote:I guess everyone's opinion of struggle is different, but I really have a hard time believing a Tahoe struggling with a 21 footer. I tow a similar sized TT with a 4 cylinder diesel, and I maintain 60 95% of the time, even through some decent grades. If maintaining 60 on the highway is a struggle, I guess I struggle, too.
I had a Tahoe with essentially the same drive train and it was a struggle to just pull a 21 foot TT with me, wife and large dog on board. There is no way in heck you will be good towing that much trailer with that little vehicle.
As for the OP, I think you are severely pushing it with that. My neighbor bought a large Terry before their husband died and they towed it a few times. It looked too large for their 1500 'Burban. I would look for a 2500 'Burban. We use to tow a 32' Race Car hauler with one, granted we were well over with it, but a 2500 is a lot more truck for that size trailer.
I agree...I pulled a 21 footer with a 4Runner. A Tahoe should be able to handle it as well.
