Summer is the perfect time to hitch up your 5th wheel
or camping trailer and head to the mountains for a reprieve. Our trucks and SUV’s
are the ultimate work-horse to getting us there, but its important to make sure
your vehicle isn’t operating over its recommended tow weight. Melloy Dodge values
our customers and their need for adventure, so our experts want you to make
informed decisions that are going to keep your truck or SUV in proper working
order.
1-
Know Your Tongue Weight: Tongue
weight is the weight of the trailer hooked onto your ball hitch and should not
exceed 10-15% of the total trailer’s weight. For example, a trailer weighing
10,000 lbs should not exert more than 1,000 to 1,500 pounds of pressure on your
tongue.
2-
Manufacturer’s Recommendation: When you
purchase a RAM or Dodge equipped with towing capacities, you will be informed
of max towing weight for your towing needs. It’s best to come with your trailer’s
manufacturer listed weight so we can provide you with a vehicle that matches or
beats the weight of your trailer.
3-
Maximum Tow Capacity: This is the maximum
weight your vehicle can tow. You should never exceed your manufacturer’s recommended
towing capacity because it can lead to dangerous outcomes.
4-
Tire Pressure: Your vehicle’s tire
pressure should never exceed the recommended PSI on the sidewall of your tire.
For more towing tire pressure concerns, please consult your operator's manual and
the towing sticker on your driver’s door.
Our sales team at Melloy Dodge is always ready to help you
get where you want to go. From sales to service, Melloy Dodge has provided our
New Mexico community with excellent care since 1955. For more information,
contact our sales team today or schedule an appointment today at https://www.melloydodge.com/contact-us/.
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