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#21 ·
No biggie just trying to help a DD brother out :) The tow capacity on the v6 DD is 6200lbs w/ tongue at 620 /// hemi 7200-7400 depending on rwd or awd and 720lbs / 740lbs on the tongue. Didn't realize you have the Hemi my bad
 
#22 ·
WDH changes things a lot. Typically it allows higher towed weights and higher tongue weights than using just a receiver.
I don't think Dodge specifies if the tow rating is with or without a WDH.

That said, personally I don't see there being much tow difference between the V6 w/3.45 gears and the Hemi w/3.09 gears on paper, regardless of what Dodge says.
 
#23 ·
I would agree, my TT dead tongue weight is around 825#, but per CAT scales w/ WDH engaged I'm at 740# (still 20# over, but I can live with it). Regarding axle ratio, and this probably varies by year, but according to the build sheet; our 2011 AWD Crew w/ 5.7L and tow package came with a 3.47 axle ratio. I always wondered if the 3.47 axle was part of the tow package.
 
#25 ·
well for one I did not ask for your help, sorry just saying.. AND YOU SIR BUTTED INTO MY CHAT....someone asked about towing with a 3.6 and all I did was share my results, I did not come on here thinking I know everything, just sharing my experience. I pull this camper with my 2015 3.6 Durango all the time and I have no issues..amazing how people all over the net think they know it all and just because you read specs on something does not mean you KNOW IT ALL..dude you actually went out of your way to find my camper so you could tell me im doing something wrong...lmao
funny what im supposedly doing wrong works perfect for me...mind your own next time and offer help when someone ask for it not when you think you know it all cuz now you look like a total douche ....just saying
 
#27 ·
laser204 said:
.. AND YOU SIR BUTTED INTO MY CHAT.......mind your own next time and offer help when someone ask for it not when you think you know it all cuz now you look like a total douche ....just saying
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This forum is open to any input, of course. There's no need and no excuse for name calling. We're a civil place here and will continue to be, so stop the name calling and carry on. You do not have to respond to posts you don't agree with, if the result is just to be petty.
 
#28 ·
Maybe because on every tow thread the lawyers come out crying you'll be sued if you tow 1 lb. over what Dodge says. Good Grief.
As I've said, I believe Dodge based their tow rating on worse case scenario, like towing in the Mojave desert. Your tow scenario might be very different and in more temperate climates. I use the factory tow ratings as a guideline not a bible.

Ford use to have and maybe still does, different tow ratings on the Expedition depending upon if you were using a WDH or not. If yes, the tow rating was higher as was the tongue weight allowed. 6000lbs/600 tongue with just a receiver, 9,200lbs/920 tongue with a WDH.
 
#29 ·
Chase300 said:
Maybe because on every tow thread the lawyers come out crying you'll be sued if you tow 1 lb. over what Dodge says. Good Grief.
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One thing I'll say about that... from my perspective saying that is nothing more than offering caution to someone that there is an actual liability that will be pursued if a situation arises where tow weight exceeds 'legal' capacity., whether that played a role in any incident or not. I would state it as a means of awareness of potential liability rather than an admonishment of the practice. Anyone who thinks an insurance company won't pursue every avenue possible to deny a claim has never had to deal with one...
 
#30 ·
You said that perfect Durangutan!! This thread started as what can my v6 Durango tow well that all depends on the person, I think my 5.7 Hemi could tow a 10k trailer is it a good idea dont think so, just trying to make someone reading this aware there are limits for a reason. Thanks
 
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vrodguy12 said:
You said that perfect Durangutan!! This thread started as what can my v6 Durango tow well that all depends on the person, I think my 5.7 Hemi could tow a 10k trailer is it a good idea dont think so, just trying to make someone reading this aware there are limits for a reason. Thanks
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My Pacifica was 'within' its' 3600lb limits with my pontoon boat, and handled it fine. The engine, however, was a major disappointment (same 3.6). While it was capable, it was maybe barely capable. RPM's were 3500-4500 at all times, and MPG was single digit. I did not tow unsafely, but it was certainly not comfortable. No possible way to accelerate briskly. But it did handle and stop without issue. So my perspective on towing with a 3.6 is not one of worrisome legal hand-wrenching, but rather practicality. I could not see that engine living to a ripe old age if I towed 4-5 times a year with it struggling like that. Aero was my issue, more than weight.

My choice was to let my Econoline with the 7.5l, the 4.10 gears, and the 13k tow rating do this work for me. It was a decision made not from a legal perspective but one of peace of mind. I'll let the big boys swing the hammer when it's needed. It does not even know it is towing the boat.

That said, I will not raise my nose and purse my lips to anyone who is using the 3.6 Durango to tow above stated capacity, as it has been said these ratings are likely lowered to give wiggle room for the real world. I don't see why owners would lie about its' ability and have no reason to doubt them. My experience with the 3.6, albeit not in the Durango, was different and I've stated that. But as I said, there is at least financial liability to consider when doing so.
 
#34 · (Edited)
I've towed the same '06 25' 10" boat with both my '01 4.7L 3.92 rwd Durango and my '14 5.7L 3.09 rwd Durango and my '01 pulled the boat better. Maintained 70mph better with far less downshifting on the highway and pulled out of the water at ramps easier with less throttle input required. Far less noise transmitted to the interior as well being a full frame vehicle vs a unibody.
Only nice advantage to the '14 over my '01 is the autoleveling rear shocks.

Note; boat is around 6K+ on trailer.
Official tow rating of my 4.7 w/3.92 gears was 5,750lbs. Crazy was the 5.9 rated at 7,500 or more....it was only rated 10hp/35tq higher then the 4.7 and really put out less to the wheels.
My '14 is rated 7,400.

As I said, I use tow ratings as guidelines..as sometimes the factory ratings make no sense.
 
#36 · (Edited)
No and No.
V6 = 3.23 rear axle.
V8 = 3.09 rear axle.

Both use 8 speeds but V6 using 2nd gen ZF licensed/FCA built 850RE which has a wider ratio spread and is 500 Nm rated (369lb-ft) vs V8 ZF 8HP70 which is rated 700 Nm (516lb-ft)

As far as I know the V8's haven't received the 2nd Gen ZF 8HP75...but maybe they are using them for 2019???
 
#39 ·
Sorry for resurrecting a thread. I am currently about to pull the trigger on a Jayco Jay Flight 23rb. Its dry weight is 4500... the sales guys said I would be fine with a WDH and my tow package on the durango. it says on the actual camper 6500 GVWR. I dont plan on having it fully load with all and the kitchen sink. We are getting a really good deal on it, but its our first venture into RV'ing. Do you think it would be safe for my family (i.e. my wife and 3 y/o) We currently have a 2019 durango gt blacktop with captain chairs (love em) and the tow package. Any suggestions would be great; as previously mentioned there are lawyers and scientists everywhere... and I cant find a solid YES or No for safety.
 
#40 ·
kalsador said:
Sorry for resurrecting a thread. I am currently about to pull the trigger on a Jayco Jay Flight 23rb. Its dry weight is 4500... the sales guys said I would be fine with a WDH and my tow package on the durango. it says on the actual camper 6500 GVWR. I dont plan on having it fully load with all and the kitchen sink. We are getting a really good deal on it, but its our first venture into RV'ing. Do you think it would be safe for my family (i.e. my wife and 3 y/o) We currently have a 2019 durango gt blacktop with captain chairs (love em) and the tow package. Any suggestions would be great; as previously mentioned there are lawyers and scientists everywhere... and I cant find a solid YES or No for safety.
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I am in the same predicament, I had a wakeboarding boat I would tow with my 17 durango gt. I'm sure it was close to 6000lbs, if not maybe even more fully loaded. lake wasn't to far from my house. towed it very well, I also had the tow package with the bigger coolers. But at 4500lbs, I think that's a safe bet.
 
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