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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 07:00 PM
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Towing with a automatic

I finally had a b&w hitch put in my truck today. Hooked it to the trailer and it pulled great. My question is, will my tranny be able to handle pulling 10-12k pounds a few times a year?
 
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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 07:22 PM
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No problem, but if it starts to hunt for a gear or shift in and out of OD then take it out of OD.
 
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cattlerancher nailed it, hook up and pull!
 
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Old Jul 15, 2009 | 08:12 PM
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To add to what was already said.

I would install a trans temp gauge and a pyrometer if you don't already have them.

That way you will know if you have to add a second tranmission cooler and to keep a eye on your egts.

I found out the to late. $$$$$$$
 
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Originally Posted by maevans
To add to what was already said.

I would install a trans temp gauge and a pyrometer if you don't already have them.

That way you will know if you have to add a second tranmission cooler and to keep a eye on your egts.

I found out the to late. $$$$$$$
I was in the same boat, put a gauge on and then found I needed an additional cooler.
 
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