Who's towing with a colorado?
Im looking into a new truck to replace my 2006 silverado. The 2015+ colorado seems like a great candidate. I've looked at all the numbers and it seems to suit me well. towing the snowmobiles on a two ...
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What I was truck shopping in 2016, I was considering the Colorado vs the Silverado ,
I understand that you are towing a lighter TT than my 6000# but I'm a believer in having as much truck as possible for a close enough price difference. Keep in mind its frontal wind resistance as well as weight when towing a TT .
The residual value of the Silverado for a lease, made it more worth it for me, plus the larger interior made me feel a little more comfortable especially when in that seat for 10-12 hrs a day.
Plus, the Silverado offered $8,000 in rebate money plus a max tow package of a 2000# payload. It also included the wide folding heated towing mirrors. I really do not remember if or what was offered as a towing package for the Colorado.
Additional items in the max tow package.
Automatic locking rear differential – This forces both of the rear wheels to turn in unison regardless of traction. In practice, it helps to keep larger loads under control.
•Handling/Trailering Suspension Package – Special refinements to the suspension ensure that a heavy trailer does not lead to a turbulent drive.
•Enhanced cooling radiator – The extra stress that tow loads put on the engine is compensated for with extra cooling from the radiator.
•Revised shock tuning – This keeps the size and weight of tow loads from jarring the vehicle pulling them.
•Heavier duty rear springs and increased RGAWR – The rear-end of the vehicle is beefed up to create a stronger link between the truck and the trailer.
•9.76? rear axle – This is used to boost pulling power.
•Integrated trailer brake controller – St. Augustine drivers can tow safely when the trailer brakes are integrated into the cabin of the vehicle.
•Trailering Equipment – All models with this package equipped come standard with trailering equipment like a tow hitch.
As people option out a truck and add camping gear, we tend to eat up our payloads.
I understand that you are towing a lighter TT than my 6000# but I'm a believer in having as much truck as possible for a close enough price difference. Keep in mind its frontal wind resistance as well as weight when towing a TT .
The residual value of the Silverado for a lease, made it more worth it for me, plus the larger interior made me feel a little more comfortable especially when in that seat for 10-12 hrs a day.
Plus, the Silverado offered $8,000 in rebate money plus a max tow package of a 2000# payload. It also included the wide folding heated towing mirrors. I really do not remember if or what was offered as a towing package for the Colorado.
Additional items in the max tow package.
Automatic locking rear differential – This forces both of the rear wheels to turn in unison regardless of traction. In practice, it helps to keep larger loads under control.
•Handling/Trailering Suspension Package – Special refinements to the suspension ensure that a heavy trailer does not lead to a turbulent drive.
•Enhanced cooling radiator – The extra stress that tow loads put on the engine is compensated for with extra cooling from the radiator.
•Revised shock tuning – This keeps the size and weight of tow loads from jarring the vehicle pulling them.
•Heavier duty rear springs and increased RGAWR – The rear-end of the vehicle is beefed up to create a stronger link between the truck and the trailer.
•9.76? rear axle – This is used to boost pulling power.
•Integrated trailer brake controller – St. Augustine drivers can tow safely when the trailer brakes are integrated into the cabin of the vehicle.
•Trailering Equipment – All models with this package equipped come standard with trailering equipment like a tow hitch.
As people option out a truck and add camping gear, we tend to eat up our payloads.
