Hello,
I live is SoCal and am contemplating buying a tow trailer to pull behind my 2001 Dodge Durango. After investigating what I can safely tow and what my basic trailer requirements are I quickly realized that I must focus on "lite" tow trailers. I know I'm very close to my limits but would like some advice on if I should proceed with pursuing a tow trailer with my Durango. Here are my basic spec's on my Dodge and trailer.
Dodge:
4.7 Liter, 3:55 rear-end
GVWR: 6400
Tow Trailer:
2005 Forest River, Flagstaff 23LB
Dry Weight: 3300 lbs.
GVWR: 4603
Axle Weight: 3207
Hitch Weight: 203
I know the 3:55 axle ratio is limiting me. Is there anything I can do to increase my GTWR? I know I should be looking at a different TV but cannot afford to put a lot of money into TV and Trailer at this time. Any advice is most appreciated.
Thank you..
-Jeff
I live is SoCal and am contemplating buying a tow trailer to pull behind my 2001 Dodge Durango. After investigating what I can safely tow and what my basic trailer requirements are I quickly realized that I must focus on "lite" tow trailers. I know I'm very close to my limits but would like some advice on if I should proceed with pursuing a tow trailer with my Durango. Here are my basic spec's on my Dodge and trailer.
Dodge:
4.7 Liter, 3:55 rear-end
GVWR: 6400
Tow Trailer:
2005 Forest River, Flagstaff 23LB
Dry Weight: 3300 lbs.
GVWR: 4603
Axle Weight: 3207
Hitch Weight: 203
I know the 3:55 axle ratio is limiting me. Is there anything I can do to increase my GTWR? I know I should be looking at a different TV but cannot afford to put a lot of money into TV and Trailer at this time. Any advice is most appreciated.
Thank you..
-Jeff