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chris
Dodge Dakota
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6/18/2002
05:52:18
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 Subject: 4.7 towing
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Hey Guys,
I am wondering how the 4.7 does with minor towing. I am looking at towing a small enclosed trailer with 2 dirt bikes and a Harley so it wont be to heavy. I will be traveling up and down some big hills though. Should I get the 5.9 or the 4.7 for towing purposes. I have heard that the 4.7 is fast and fun but I dont want to kill gas mileage and strugle up the mountains. I will probably get the 5 speed though if that makes a difference. Thanks for any comment.
-Chris
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Major Woods
Dodge Dakota
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6/18/2002
07:07:10
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I have a 2002QC 4X4, 4.7, 5 speed. No problems towing 22' boat. Getting 15mpg while towing, 19 with no towing.
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howdy
GenIII
6/18/2002
08:26:20
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chris, I have a '01 4.7 QC 4x4 and I tow a large popup camper quite often. Don't even know it's there! Make sure you get the tow package, and you'll be set.
Dodge Dakota QC 4.7 4x4 Silver
Rhino Liner,air freshner,Westin Platinum Series Black Step Bars,360AirIntakez
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Selcher
Dodge Dakota
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6/18/2002
08:39:43
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I have a 2002 4x4 with the 4.7L automatic tranny and I pull my speed boat up and down the mountain with little to no effort. The gas mileage doesn't even drop off that much.
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chris
Dodge Dakota
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6/18/2002
08:52:23
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thanks for the responses. I am seriously thinking about the 5 spd 4.7 QC. It is good to hear that it wont be any problem towing. I will probably pick the truck up next summer so I have lots of time to shop. The only problem is I am shoping blind with only the internet and you guys on truck forums to help. I am overseas for a while and will be ordering through military sales. At least they have guaranteed cheapest prices. Thanks again guys. Talk to ya later.
-CHris
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01Motorsport
Dodge Dakota
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6/18/2002
10:48:54
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I tow my shadow on a flatbed trailer total weighing around 4000lbs with no problems at all. I've towed heavier cars, vans, etc.. and also have no problems. I absolutely love using the truck for this purpose.
01 Motorsport Edition RC/4.7/5sp/3.92
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