Dodge truck towing question

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xyzzy - 23 Jan 2009 15:41 GMT

I'm considering getting a 2008 Dakota given Chrysler's latest
specials, but was trying to do some research before considering
tangling with dealers. some basic info seems hard to come by.

What's the lowest-end model that will tow at least 5,000 lbs?

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.boB - 24 Jan 2009 01:23 GMT

> I'm considering getting a 2008 Dakota given
> Chrysler's latest
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> What's the lowest-end model that will tow at
> least 5,000 lbs?

Any model with a towing package. Things that will
decrease towing weight are bigger cab, and 4wd;
since they add weight to the vehicle.

You can tow with a V6. Just not very fast or very
quickly.

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.boB
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2008 Mustang Coupe
2007 Ram 2500 CTD/Auto/4x4
1965 FFR Cobra - 427W EFI, Damn Fast.

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jbohren - 24 Jan 2009 20:21 GMT

>> I'm considering getting a 2008 Dakota given
>> Chrysler's latest
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> 2007 Ram 2500 CTD/Auto/4x4
> 1965 FFR Cobra - 427W EFI, Damn Fast.

According to cars.com, any v8 will pull at least 5000 pounds.

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Carolina Watercraft Works - 25 Jan 2009 03:43 GMT

Pulling is only one part of the equation. Eventually you will need
to try and stop that weight.

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>>> I'm considering getting a 2008 Dakota given Chrysler's latest
>>> specials, but was trying to do some research before considering
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> According to cars.com, any v8 will pull at least 5000 pounds.

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