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Replying to: ssilver (May 17, 2006 5:06 pm) You can do some research right on this website by simply searching on "DOD". You'll have to wade through some threads, but you will start to see some comments such as I have. I can't say that the 5.3 wouldn't do a good job. I used to tow my boat with a '96 Suburban 1500, which had a less powerful engine package (5.7 ltr 250hp/325ft/lbs). I never complained about the Suburban, but the Escalade is a big improvement. Dave |
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Replying to: sj110 (May 17, 2006 4:54 pm) Dave
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Replying to: awf_axis (May 17, 2006 7:28 pm)
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Replying to: junglegeorge (May 18, 2006 8:28 am) The HP is only a component. Torque is more important. And there are considerations on the ability of the cooling system, transmission, axle ratio's etc. in handling the extra loads. You'll note that if you go with a 4.10 rear axle ratio, the towing cap goes up. Also, the 5.7 ltr engine produces more of its power at a lower RPM than the smaller 5.3 ltr engine. In the older Suburbans, the greatest towing capacity came with a rear leaf spring suspension, and those ugly steel wheels. For good measure, they offered the 454 big block or diesel. Maybe someone else on this post knows the inside scoop. Dave
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Replying to: awf_axis (May 18, 2006 9:04 am) |
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Replying to: junglegeorge (May 18, 2006 10:52 am) I would have to guess that its a matter of the newer platform, meaning frame, suspension, curb-weight, cooling, that is made them revise their ratings. Dave
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Replying to: awf_axis (May 18, 2006 12:23 pm) I see problems with this design I have order a 2007 LTZ. I am having to to re think this can any owners tell me there likes ans dislikes thanks
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Replying to: killen (May 18, 2006 12:31 pm) My wife's BMW has a similar double seal on the rear doors, but they do a better job of hiding it. Dave |
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