To the OP,
17" wheel look nice, BUT the 17' tires have a lower weight rating than 16" or 18'. your 17" tire likely have a weight rating of 3,195, the 16' you took off either had 3,042, or if the 265's 3,415#.
I will say, yes I have a 2001 and pull CARRY a 12,360 GVWR 5er at about 11,200# or so.
Yes, well over the GVWR, well UNDER axle ratings, no need for bags, just the stock Camper Special spring package. Go to the Chrysler sight and get a build sheet for you truck.
I see my big advantage over your rig DS Power Puck +50 HP and about 140# torque. I also have a 5 speed Manual trans.
NOT a recommendation, just what works for me, YES Pacbrake exhaust brake!!!!
