TOWING ? JGC OVERLAND V6 4X2

Question

I own a JGC Overland 4x2 V6. It did not come with the factory tow package but is wired for 7 pin. The door stamp shows 3500lb limit due to not having the factory hitch. I am told the gearing is the same with and w/o the tow pkg. That said I have been told that if I add a class IV receiver, oil and transmission cooler and electric braking (the factory pkg). It would rate for 6200lbs like the factory option. Is this correct? I need to tow a travel trailer weighing 5,000lbs safely. Looking to tow a Lance 2185 or 1995.

I would love to get the opinion of a Jeep expert engineer or master mechanic. I have had many different opinions on this. Most say it can be done. I need to be sure before we make the purchase of the Lance or ruin our car.

rexlion · Answer

You can't tow the 2185; it has a dry hitch weight of 730 lbs, and when loaded for camping with LP, battery, etc, the hitch more likely will weigh 800-900 lbs. That's too much for your suspension. The 1995 is a better candidate, but at almost 24' length you will definitely need an anti-sway, weight-distribution hitch (such as the Equal-i-zer)... this will add about 85-90 lbs.

In the flatlands at about 55-60 mph you should be ok. Wind resistance goes up exponentially as one speeds up. If you want to go to the mountains, plan on 35-40 mph up the grades.

I know there have been one or more Chrysler engineers on this forum in the past. But if you don't get what you're looking for, you might try one of the Jeep-specific forums.

sam22 · Answer

Not a expert but I did a lot of towing with my 2015 V6 limited.  My trailer was 4600lbs dry and 23ft long. I wouldn't want to tow much more than that, but had no issue with my set up. Just dont expect to go to fast or race up a hill.

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