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Brassica
Explorer II
Jul 21, 2014

7100 lb-rated new Silverado towing 4000 pounds

The 4.3l V6 in the "double cab" truck is rated for 7100 pounds. The trailer would be 4000 pounds wet. The truck would have two adults and 500 pounds of supplies. The trailer would have a frontal area...
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RamRider
Explorer
Jul 21, 2014
We pulled two light weights including our present unit with a Chevy V-6. our issue was not power but transmission over heating (220-250 deg), I would recommend a good transmission cooler if you go this route.

Also we get better fuel economy (10-20% better) with the Ram Hemi versus the V6 chevy when pulling, Non pulling Hwy mpg is also better with the Hemi.

Enjoy your travels.

2013 Bullet 217 RBS
2013 Ram Hemi 1500

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