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wadecool
Explorer
Jul 10, 2018

Is this truck and trailer combo doable for this trip?

I’m new here and have a question regarding towing. First off, I have a 2016 Silverado 4x4, crew cab with 3.08 gears. I’m aware of my 6100lb trailer limit (12,000 lbs total truck+trailer). I drive 10...
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romore
Explorer II
Jul 10, 2018
It is doable but with the 5.3 and 3.08 gears you will struggle with hills and headwinds. Be prepared for a lot of gas stops, the truck is set up for maximum economy lightly loaded. 3.73 would be a lot better but the changeover wouldn't be cheap.

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