Has anyone ever towed anything like say...a 3000lb camper with their v-6 5speed?

Just bought my 2002 super-cab and I'm considering a camper. The one I like is about 3000lbs, max for the 5speed is 3300lbs.

No mods yet but an AIRAID is on the way. I assume a chip and exhaust will also help with the towing.



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I tow a 83 toyota 4x4 on a trailer with my v6 5spd on a 3 hour trip. Done it a few times and have not had any problems.

 

SSL1996,

 

SSL1996, I HAVE A 2001 EX CAB WITH THE 4.2, SUPER CHIP, DUELS AND K&N. I TOW A 2900 LB LATE MODEL RACE CAR IN A 24 FT ENCLOSED FEATHERLITE TRAILER WITH NO PROBLEMS. I GET ABOUT 14MPG TOWING.

 

AND I ALSO HAVE THE 5 SPD....GET THE TOW HITCH PUT ON , IT MAKES A BIG DIFFERENCE IN THE HANDLING GOING DOWN THE ROAD. I HAVE HAD MINE UP TO 85 AND IT PULLS SMOOTHLY. I DO RECOMMEND TRAILER BRAKES AS THEY WILL SAVE YOUR TAIL FROM TIME TO TIME.

 

Do you mean get the weight distributing bars installed?

I just picked up my camper with no problems...but 4th gear on the highway... very very dead...found myself shifting into 3rd quite a bit.

there was no sway, just bounce.
Reese has a light-weight anti sway kit...don't think I need it though.