Give them somewhat of a break
I am posting this here because it is one of the few forums I look at. I see a lot of critical reviews of people and their choice of trailer or TV and the research they do. I only ask that we give t...
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MFinCA wrote:
I think that I am too conservative when it comes to towing. My current TT weighs in at 6,000 lbs. fully loaded. My 'Burb (7.4L, 3.73 gears) has a listed towing capacity of 8,000 lbs. It is a great match of TV/TT. I have towed a 7,500 lb. boat with the 'Burb and it towed just fine.
I had a Dodge Ram 1500 (5.9L, 3.55 gears) that I towed the TT with from time to time. That was also within the weight limits. When it came time to trade in a vehicle, I traded in the Dodge--there was simply no comparison between the two--the 'Burb won hands down.
I'll do the same next year when we upgrade our TT/TV combo. I am leaning towards a 5er with a 1-ton dually diesel.
Can't be to "conservative" or have too much truck, within reason. (Towing a pop-up with a semi would be a little too much)
Check my signature. One ton dually towing 8,000 pounds. Towing is a pleasure.
