5.9 Cummins Diesel Towing capacity

[billy1davis]

I see by the owner's manual that the total towing capacity for my 5.9 24 valve Dodge 3500 4x2 is about 13000 and the rig I am looking at is 14000
Any ideas?

[KD4UPL]

I wouldn't worry too much about the towing capacity. I'd be more concerned about payload, tire, wheel, and axle ratings, and if you'll need some heavier springs or air bags. The extra 1,000 pounds isn't really a big deal.
I would want the manual transmission in that truck. Dodge automatics were not the best and you'd only have 4 gears anyway.

[JIMNLIN]

Go for it.
However we need more in put on what year model and is it a DRW or SRW. Older SRW with 17" tires and wheels (6200 RAWR spring pack) may need some rear suspension/tires and wheels help.
If its the older 47RE it probably needs some good uprated innards made for towing heavy.

[ScottG]

Either a different trailer of a different truck.
Or ignore the numbers as so many do.

What year of truck?

[azdryheat]

Yeah, get a newer truck with a higher towing capacity.