Towing

[cbsmith]

If he Is hauling a boat trailer it is most likely surge brakes on it, not electric. Also it is very hard to put a WDH on a surge braked trailer, if not impossible. Most trailer mfgs state not to use a WDH with the surge brakes.

 

[Scgirardi]

I don't plan on towing 10000 I plan on towing 4-7k but I'm the type that would like overkill. Unfortunately the 2500 was to much $

 

[dRAMbuie]

A lot of people seem to push the tow limits on their trucks. I'm not personally a fan of that.

Towing more than your vehicle is rated for can be dangerous (in sometimes less than obvious ways). It's very hard on your drive train, your braking system, and it's illegal to boot.
If you ever get caught by a vehicle inspection, the fines can be significant. Though it's rare they check non-commercial vehicles.

Someone suggested air bags, but they are only going to increase your payload, and help with max. tongue weight.

If you only plan on towing 4-7k, my advice would be to stick with that plan. Why push it and wish you hadn't?
My personal rule is 80% of tow cap. for regular towing. A bit higher for rare occasions. But that's just me.

I didn't realize the tow capacity on the 2010's was so much lower than the new ones. My 1500 is rated for 10,300lbs.

 

[Scgirardi]

Yea that's what surprised me too. I Absolutely love my truck especially the interior and all the bells and whistles. I think the only thing I'm missing is the rear tv. But I thought the tow capacity would have been slightly closer to the new ones. The upgrades I have I would have never been able to afford new. At least with a new born....