Towing 10k?

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dinmax82

Discussion Starter · Sep 27, 2014

Did Ram underrate this ecodiesel or can I tow a 10k boat rig with a quad cab 4x4 and 3.92 axle?

Currently we use my buddy's Tundra and it pulls it fine but around 7mpg.

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Better get your manual out and see what the proper operating range is for your truck. That's the safes bet. I'll be towing my 3500 lb boat in a couple of months then I can reply on what my gauges are reading.

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zoomie

· #15 · Mar 31, 2015

Great pic, thanks for this. Do you have a load levelling hitch or just rely on the air suspension?

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zoomie

· #17 · Apr 1, 2015

ECO33 said:
Yes,, I have a WD hitch with stabilizer bars and Timbrins on the truck. No air.just coils.

Perfect, me too. Good to know I can tow a 34" trailer with the right hitch.

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zoomie

· #19 · Apr 2, 2015

ECO33 said:
zoomie, do not plan to win any races though. I set the trannie to 7th gear and do not want it to even worry about 8th. It spends most of its time in 6 and 7. It was very responsive to the throttle when needed.

That's what I would expect with that load. Thanks again.

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zoomie

· #23 · Apr 9, 2015

JM29 said:
Towing went well mpg reading about 11-12 most level roads ,min wind , stay in 7th gear ,water 210F tranny 165F oil temp 212F power was good no issue at 60-65 mph I only wish i had upgrades tire a bit could feel some bit of tire roll other than that motor and truck did good job

Great review, thanks for this.

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