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    Posted: 21 Jan 2019 at 8:43am
Yes, Tahoe is the SUV version of the Silverado pick-up.  It is the same exact rig as the GMC Yukon.
This is not mine, but shows how high the receiver.
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It is. Comes with the 5.3 EcoTec3 motor, I have same motor in a 2014 Silverado Z71. Oddly the 3.08 rear diff is only option. Silverado has 3.42 which increases tow capacity. The 30 KMPG is surprising, it's rated at 2WD 15/22 and the 4WD at 15/21. I have yet to see it drop to 4 cyl mode while towing.
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Posts: 3419 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Jan 2019 at 8:49am
That thru bumper hitch does add some height. The trucks are under bumper. Does it have the Magnetic Ride Control?
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Mcarter, I wasn't towing.  Just driving it home from the dealer.  It has the tow package with the 3.42 ratio axle and the integrated trailer brake.  I doubt it'll drop to 4 when towing, unless I'm headed down hill with a tailwind.  Smile
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I have same set up in Silverado, nice set up. I like the integrated brake controller.
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Nope, the magnetic ride come on the next level up.  It does have premium smooth ride suspension with the air leveler.  Not to be confused with leveler system that will compensate for the trailer weight.  That was a little confusing for me.  I have a buddy that has the magnetic with the air leveler.  When he puts his trailer on it automatically pumps up to level the ride.  But he has a 6,000 lbs trailer.
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Mike, do you use a WD hitch?  Wondering if I need one now.  I really needed it with the Highlander.  I could go back to just sway control arm...  Just a thought?
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I do not. The owners manual doesn't recommend until trailer weight exceeds 7K. I have a shortbed crew cab, 4WD, with the 5.3 and a 3.42 axle. My max trailer weight is 9K. The owners manual is very informative. It will list in as optional. I use the friction sway bar control.
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Posts: 2628 		Direct Link To This Post Posted: 21 Jan 2019 at 10:01am
Wood River. We have the round bar, and it looks like that puts the ball a little lower. That plus our receiver is under the bumper instead of through the bump combines to lower the overall height.

Interesting numbers on your trailer capacity and differential ratios. Our 3.5L EcoBoost F-150 is rated for over 11,500 lb towing capacity, and we only have the 3.11 rear end. On the freeway, we're almost always in 6th (top) gear.
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