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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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Replying to: killen (May 18, 2006 12:31 pm) |
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Replying to: junglegeorge (May 18, 2006 8:28 am) The decreased towing capacity is interesting. Heck, the current Explorer is rated to tow more. Lots of things effect tow ratings. HP & torque probably have the lowest effect on what the ratings actually are. The suspension, chassis, brakes, and transmission etc. are far more important in determining what a vehicle can safely tow. Look at 3/4 and 1 ton trucks. The diesel option does not increase tow ratings over the biggest gas engine. |
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Replying to: jnrz (May 11, 2006 3:59 am) I have my new performance exhaust on order with Zoomersexhaust (supposed to be shipped 5/26) - I will be able to let you know how it sounds (along with a link to an mpeg hopefully) shortly after that.  -- TuscoTodd
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Replying to: awf_axis (May 17, 2006 7:28 pm)
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