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[pk54]

We have 28 ft Keystone Outback, GVWR 7,000 lb that we have always pulled with our 1/2 Ton pickup. The pickup is set up for pulling with airbag assist suspension and a 6.2 engine and it does a great job. We need extra space to take our 4 grandkids on a trip so we are looking at using a 2011 suburban with a 5.3 engine, transmission cooler, but nothing extra on the suspension. The trailer has a Reese WD, anti-sway hitch. Do you feel that will be sufficient for our 1,500 mile trip? My only other option is for us to take two vehicles and my wife would follow me in the car. We'd like to avoid using two vehicles, but want to make sure the suburban will do the job. Thanks!

[SouthpawHD]

As Campfire said, you need to check your payload.

However, the 5.3L is perfectly adequate towing that weight.

Can you fit all 6 of you in the truck? I am assuming since you have a 6.2L, there is a center console and no seat in the front. But just want to verify.

[Campfire_Time]

You need to look at the payload of the 'Burb. Most likely it's going to be a lot lower than the PU. With 4 kids in the truck and a potential 900# tongue weight you may not have enough CC.

With the 5.3 I suspect you'll be right on the edge. And on a 1500 mile trip I don't think you'll enjoy the towing experience half as much as with your PU. Then again it'll make you really appreciate the PU. 😉