  -   Towing ( -   -   Max Towing Weights for the 1500 (  Bellzy
03-22-2010 08:51 PM  Max Towing Weights for the 1500 Hoping
someone can help. I have an '07 Ram w/ the 5.7L, oil & trans
cooler and the 3.92 rear axle. I currently tow a 26 ft Travel
trailer that weighs about 5300 lbs loaded. I pull it now w/ no
issues.  I'm looking to upgrade to a 30 ft Travel trailer w/ a
dry weight of 6200 lbs...and a GVWR of 8300 lbs. Now I've called
the manufacturer and they indicated that I have a max towing
capacity of 7400 lbs!?!?! That seems too low to me given my set-
up. My brother's Chevy w/ a 5.3L and 3.73 rear end has a towing
capacity of 7200 lbs!  I've read some trailer forums where guys
have quoted 8400 - 8700 lbs max towing but because there has
been a range, I really want to try and get a professional
opinion.  Can anyone provide some direction? Don't want to
damage the Hemi or the tranny by taking on more than it can
chew! Your help is appreciated!!  Zekery360 03-22-2010 08:55 PM
If the manufacturer said 7400