I have a 2003 Ram 1500 4x4 QC, with the 4.7 liter engine. It has the tow package with the 3.92:1 limited-slip differential. I did not buy this truck with the intention of towing anything but now I would like to.
I may be able to get a good price on a SMALL (23') 5th wheel. Dry weight is around 4800 lbs. I figure if I am careful not to load more than about 1000 lbs into it I will be well under Dodge's recommended maximum of 7000+.
I have heard that a 5th wheel tows more efficiently than a trailer, and so I'm hoping this will work to my advantage.
I saw a recent discussion here that seemed to conclude that one would be crazy to try to tow anything as heavy as 5000 lbs with this truck. I'm just wondering- has anyone actually tried it? Does anyone have any recommendations about what the maximum weight should be?
Those of you who own this truck and use it to tow- what do you tow with it?
Thanks...