Towing Questions

[cjkeeliii]

Can an m1008 be expected to repeatedly and reliably tow trailers that are close to its maximum tow load? Is the 6.2 strong enough to tow those loads at a minimum of 55 mph, (yes, I know that's pretty much the max speed anyhow)? Is the true strength of these vehicles in the rear end?

 

[Westech]

Well the 6.2 is a good engine but if towing 5k+ pounds your not going to go 55 up the hills. You got to remember its only 155 HP and 300 TQ give or take. That is about 1/2 of a stock Duramax. The front and rear axles are about the best you can get besides going to a military 2.5 ton axle. there TOUGH! Very large brakes front and rear with a hydro boost you will have no problem stopping whatever you are towing. There good trucks but remember they are 20+ years old. YOU WILL HAVE PROBLEMS! I had to replace every single rubber part in my 09 and the trans took a dump too. If your looking for a tow rig get someting newer. If your looking for a fixer upper and going to use it to tow stuff from time to time your in luck... But you will have things that will fail and have to be replaced. I have had a hand full of cucv's now and it takes me arounf 5k miles to work all the bugs out and make it a good driver.