I also have a 99 5.2 auto CC, but 2 wheel drive.
Do you think it would handle an 18' travel trailer, wife and small
dog? Should I keep the water and such to a minimum?
Thanks.
Richard in T-town, OK
----- Original Message -----
From: Sam Parthemer <rtdkota@yahoo.com>
To: <dakota-truck@buffnet.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 10, 1999 2:21 PM
Subject: Re: DML: 2000 tow package worth the money?
>
> It adds the class IV hitch, and the wiring plug (7
> pin-- prewired for a electric brake controller-- which
> made for a way easy install for me recently). My
> wife's '99 5.2L 4x4 auto w/3.55 gears is 5500# towing
> capacity. 3.92 nets around 700# more. I would rather
> have the 3.55, because you can tow in Drive @ 65 mph
> easily...whereas with the 3.92, 55-60 is MAX towing
> speed in Drive (forget about OD-- same with 3.55).
>
> 5 speed should be a little higher, if not the same as
> the auto.
>
> Hope this helps (though, not 4.7L info)
>
> Sam '00 RT, '99 Sport 4x4
>
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