Re: Towing package
Hank on most todays trucks the tow package is a factory option, sometimes is standared equipment.<br /> A tow package is mostly made up of the following upgrades <br /> 1: choice of axle ratio eg: 355, 373, the higher the number the better is should tow<br /> 2: extra capacity cooling system and auto trans oil cooler and engine oil cooler a must with todays trucks, heat is what will Kill a trucks drivetrain.<br /> 3: Trailer wiring harness,and in some cases you get a heavy duty charging system and Battery and surge protection, if not already standard equipment <br /> 4: Might get factory installed hitch on some models <br /> 5: suspension upgrades may apply such as stiffer springs and shocks/struts, and beefier sway bars, higher load range tires may also apply.<br /> <br /> If buying new opt for the tow package, the cost is low, compared to adding the upgrades after the fact, plus there will be no dispute if you got into a severe warrenty issue such as a trans failure.<br /><br /> If buying used find out if seller has a copy of the build sheet or run down to your local dealer and see if they run the V.I.N number to obtain biuld info.<br /> My family is in the Auto retail/wholesale business Just about every truck that gets stocked will be ordered with a tow package, even if the purchaser never uses it for towing, they have the benefit of the oil coolers and such that will help the truck last longer with proper maintenace schedule and will be easier to resell since most buyers of a used truck intend to use it for haulin something.
