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I "downgraded" tow capability from my Chevy Crew Cab Work Truck with 4.8 V8 to this
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Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with 290 HP V6 and full tow package. Today I got 24.5 MPG on my commute. Compared to 17 MPG I was seeing on same route in the Chevy Truck. Im looking for an aluminum trailer now. These Jeeps are sweet. Built on Mercedes ML Class SUV chassis. I will be at about 4500 to 4600 lbs with trailer and car so will be intersting to see how the Jeep does. Its a very solid chassis so dont think it will have any issues with handling wieght on the move. My concern is more with power
![](http://newscartrends.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Stone-White-2012-New-Jeep-Grand-Cherokee-Concept-Special-Edition-Reviews.jpg)
Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with 290 HP V6 and full tow package. Today I got 24.5 MPG on my commute. Compared to 17 MPG I was seeing on same route in the Chevy Truck. Im looking for an aluminum trailer now. These Jeeps are sweet. Built on Mercedes ML Class SUV chassis. I will be at about 4500 to 4600 lbs with trailer and car so will be intersting to see how the Jeep does. Its a very solid chassis so dont think it will have any issues with handling wieght on the move. My concern is more with power
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I "downgraded" tow capability from my Chevy Crew Cab Work Truck with 4.8 V8 to this
![](http://newscartrends.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Stone-White-2012-New-Jeep-Grand-Cherokee-Concept-Special-Edition-Reviews.jpg)
Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with 290 HP V6 and full tow package. Today I got 24.5 MPG on my commute. Compared to 17 MPG I was seeing on same route in the Chevy Truck. Im looking for an aluminum trailer now. These Jeeps are sweet. Built on Mercedes ML Class SUV chassis. I will be at about 4500 to 4600 lbs with trailer and car so will be intersting to see how the Jeep does. Its a very solid chassis so dont think it will have any issues with handling wieght on the move. My concern is more with power
![](http://newscartrends.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Stone-White-2012-New-Jeep-Grand-Cherokee-Concept-Special-Edition-Reviews.jpg)
Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited with 290 HP V6 and full tow package. Today I got 24.5 MPG on my commute. Compared to 17 MPG I was seeing on same route in the Chevy Truck. Im looking for an aluminum trailer now. These Jeeps are sweet. Built on Mercedes ML Class SUV chassis. I will be at about 4500 to 4600 lbs with trailer and car so will be intersting to see how the Jeep does. Its a very solid chassis so dont think it will have any issues with handling wieght on the move. My concern is more with power
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My 7.3 was a great truck!! a Towing Pig it always performed flawlessly.
Be sure to check the Oil lines that are on top of the block. the only issue i ever had on mine was one of them letting go, its just a wear item on the higher mileage ones very easy fix i did it in my driveway.
Be sure to check the Oil lines that are on top of the block. the only issue i ever had on mine was one of them letting go, its just a wear item on the higher mileage ones very easy fix i did it in my driveway.
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Let's update this thread with my new (for 2013) tow vehicle. It's an '08 Titan KC LWB with an older Leer topper and equipped for towing:
As far as I know, we might be the only Nissan road racing team towing with a Titan:
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Here's the cargo:
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As far as I know, we might be the only Nissan road racing team towing with a Titan:
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Here's the cargo:
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I considered both an Armada and the NV van, but the weight and size of my 24' Dynastar trailer convinced me a Titan was the better option. I must admit that downsizing from my '96 Chevy C3500 crewcab dually hasn't been all positive. While I love the ergonomics, convenience features and interior design of the Titan, there's simply no way it's as stable towing. The LWB option and a properly-adjusted WD anti-sway hitch helps, but windy conditions and highway speeds can make the trailer unstable. Can't imagine what this would be like with an Armada, QX56 or SWB Titan...
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