Quit messing around and get a 2500. You can thank us later.
Trust me, you will want to upgrade trailer, sooner or later, you won't need to also upgrade truck, unless you really jump up in weight.
I owed 5k loaded 5vr with 02 Chev. 5.3, 3.73. I towed fairly well, except climbing at high elevations of I-70 thru CO. 1st gear, 30-35 mph was very painful.
Upgraded 5vr loaded 9200-9300K with 05 Chev big block 8.1, 4.10. Hugh difference even merging onto highways. Stable and more than enough power. Even DW enjoyed the experience without stressing out.
