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Old 07-17-2005, 03:28 AM   #6
trukdoc
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No mater what brand of TV you get. It will not do the job if not equipped properly. For example picking the truck EQUIPPED for TOWING. All new trucks have special programming for the transmission as well beefed up suspension, oil coolers ect. I recently talked to someone who bought a new Ford and "Saved" money by not getting the tow package. For a small boat or trailer for a 4 wheeler, probably not a problem. But hook onto anything over say about 4000 lbs and now the "SAVINGS" will quickly diminish. Biggest component is the transmission to take the hit. As stated earlier do your math figure what you plan to pull against the tow ratings. Leave some safety room in the figureing. Diesel trucks have a much higher tow rating than the gas counterparts.
Good luck.
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