2012 towing big camper
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My pop up is 2700 dry. Probably about 3000 loaded. I put air bags in my coils added a trans cooler and trailer brake control. It tows good but long hills are the killer. I'm running 35's w/5:13's in an auto.
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BUT the biggest issue I would look at is the tongue weight. Thats what I would not exceed.
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I towed our old family boat to get winterized today. Only a 20 ft boat, but it's a heavy older one. Had one very steep hill on the way that was a small challenge. Other than that it towed well, it felt like it was pushing me a little coming down some good hills.
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I tow a 16' hybrid camper - #3500 dry. My '09 has the tow pkg and i use leveling/stability bars w/the hitch...tows great - no issues over 3 years. Key is to drive a bit slower, etc and keep out of O.D. I'll post some pics when I get a chance.