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Re: Mods to Safely Upgrade Towing Capacity?
I have a 2004 W/Big Tow and pull a 27' Northwind Travel Trailer. The trailer is a heavy unit (the way Northwood builds them), but doesn't have a slide. Towing with water, the weight is 6500 lbs. I have weight distribution and 2 friction sway controls. I personally would be hesitant on going with any larger trailer, since travel includes both the mountains and interstate. I've been towing for 5 years, and would bet a 35 footer would sway like crazy (trucks and crosswinds). The longer length is more square footage for a crosswind to hit, thus creating the tail wagging the dog scenario. The truck's wheelbase, weight affects the stability of towing longer trailers. LT tires, airbags, and ect will help, but the truck is too light for a stable platform. Towing is not all about power, but a combination of a bunch of factors. My truck's curb weight is 5200lbs and a Dodge Ram 2500 is approx. 1000 lbs heavier.
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2004 Nissan Titan SE KC Blizzard (Adopted July 04)
Chrome Step Rails
Smoke Bug Shield
Bedliner/Tonneau Cover
Big Tow
Volant Cool Air Intake
Magnaflow SS Custom Exhaust
2006 Northwind 27Y Bunkhouse Travel Trailer
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