Gatorboy Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 I have a 2015 dodge journey sxt and I am trying to find out how bill of a trailer I can pull with out tearing up my journey. I plan on using a uhaul trailer and a 5x8 trailer. I have a 3.6 engine. Please help i don't want anything to happen on my trip of 2000 miles Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2late4u Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 check your owners manual for the limit on the trailer weight. that is what you need to know.... and take it easy jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 3.6 is max 2500 lbs. keep in mind this is combined weight. Trailer, cargo, passengers. 2late4u and Armando G 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando G Posted August 7, 2017 Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 That size trailer is a perfect size for your Journey. I just moved my daughter on a 1000 mile move and my DJ did great. After loading the trailer and a few things in the back of the truck I was just over 1800 lbs (lucked out with a dump weigh station that let me weigh my load). Drive was a combination of heavy traffic city driving, over the grapevine in CA (mountain), and then some flat interstate driving. Weather was about 100 degrees and I had no issues. I did shut the AC off when climbing the mountain, but ran it pretty much the whole trip. I also used the manual shifter over the curvy mountain road to make sure I down shifted when necessary. I will say, I hit some high winds on the flat interstate and really felt that. Three things to keep in mind...1. Don't drive too fast as tempting as it is, 2. Make certain the receiver/tongue is level so your tongue weight doesn't exceed the suggested max, 3. DON'T OVERLOAD. Good luck. 2late4u 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gatorboy Posted August 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2017 Thank you so much this really helps me. Armando G 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Burke Posted December 18, 2019 Report Share Posted December 18, 2019 We use our 2010 DJ R/T 3.5L engine to tow our small 14' travel trailer (2290 lbs.) We put most of our cargo in the car. We had U Haul install a hitch with brake controller. We added a weight distribution hitch and has been the key to safe handling. Just don't push it up steep grades! P.S. Our DJ came with a trans cooler, so I'm sure that helps too. Summer Solstice 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve75 Posted February 1, 2020 Report Share Posted February 1, 2020 What speeds were you able to do up the steeper hills? What RPM were you at on those hills? William Burke 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Burke Posted February 2, 2020 Report Share Posted February 2, 2020 (edited) 45 MPH up steeper hills about 3500 to 4000 RPM's. Weight Distribution Hitch is R3 Recurve. Edited February 2, 2020 by William Burke Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve75 Posted February 2, 2020 Report Share Posted February 2, 2020 Thanks. Just curious. Recently traded in my pick-up for a Journey. Have a 16' Tracker boat that I have yet to pull. Weight of the boat is around 1400 lbs...Tongue weight about 120 lbs, so shouldn't be a problem. Got the tow/hitch from, and installed by, Uhaul. Just a little nervous, even though all the specs say everything should be more than fine. William Burke and Summer Solstice 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Burke Posted February 2, 2020 Report Share Posted February 2, 2020 You are so fine. Don't worry! Steve75 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando G Posted February 2, 2020 Report Share Posted February 2, 2020 At that weight you should be fine (guessing you have the 2.4). I would also suggest when coming back down the hill to use the Auto Stick function to control your speed. If the hills are curvy, use the function going up as well. Summer Solstice and William Burke 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkeaton Posted February 3, 2020 Report Share Posted February 3, 2020 (edited) 2.4L is limited to 1000 lbs capacity. Edited February 3, 2020 by jkeaton Armando G 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Armando G Posted February 4, 2020 Report Share Posted February 4, 2020 8 hours ago, jkeaton said: 2.4L is limited to 1000 lbs capacity. Oooh... you're right. Well, hopefully you have the 3.6L. Then you'll be fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Summer Solstice Posted February 4, 2020 Report Share Posted February 4, 2020 On 12/18/2019 at 6:25 PM, William Burke said: We use our 2010 DJ R/T 3.5L engine to tow our small 14' travel trailer (2290 lbs.) We put most of our cargo in the car. We had U Haul install a hitch with brake controller. We added a weight distribution hitch and has been the key to safe handling. Just don't push it up steep grades! P.S. Our DJ came with a trans cooler, so I'm sure that helps too. That is a nice looking set-up. William Burke 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavalLacrosse Posted February 4, 2020 Report Share Posted February 4, 2020 Journey owners 2011-19: Our interiors look modern, therefore our cars are better! Journey owner 2008-2010: [Tows small travel trailer] Journey owners 2011-19: [Sobs silently] 2late4u, jkeaton, Kubda and 1 other 2 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve75 Posted February 4, 2020 Report Share Posted February 4, 2020 Yes. I have the 3.6L. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
William Burke Posted February 4, 2020 Report Share Posted February 4, 2020 15 hours ago, Summer Solstice said: That is a nice looking set-up. Thank you! It is a lot of fun! Summer Solstice 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavalLacrosse Posted August 31, 2020 Report Share Posted August 31, 2020 After getting a second car (Chevy Volt) and basically quitting the dodge journey cold turkey due to being able to rely entirely on 40 miles of electric range per day for two people..., by wife brought up the idea of getting a really small travel trailer (think 1,000lb a-frame popup). So, I'll be lookin to get the tow on with my '11. Good to have a reason to keep the DJ around. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Appalachian Journey Posted August 31, 2020 Report Share Posted August 31, 2020 1 hour ago, NavalLacrosse said: After getting a second car (Chevy Volt) and basically quitting the dodge journey cold turkey... I'm thinking about buying a Volt. How about a new post about your buying and ownership experience? Maybe in the Lounge. jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavalLacrosse Posted August 31, 2020 Report Share Posted August 31, 2020 Will do! (I'm bias because I'm a GM employee...) but I'll direct you here: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavalLacrosse Posted September 23, 2020 Report Share Posted September 23, 2020 (edited) I ultimamently did not use the pictured above setup due to safety concerns. The extended next effectively doubled (2.5x) the tounge weight of the camper, and not only did it cause stability issues but reduced steering substantially. I removed the dual adapter and extendor and moved the bike rack to the camper's tounge via a sideways mounted 2" receiver bolt on for an RV rear bumper. This solved every issue. I did not even feel the trailer unless I was stopping (in which case the distance was Notibly longer) Final recommendation, don't use a neck extension at all on the dodge journey for Towing at speed. It might not have been a real issue, but I didn't want one small swerve on the highway flip the dodge due to my idiotic stubborness to use the hitch I bought. Thanks Edited September 23, 2020 by NavalLacrosse jkeaton 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavalLacrosse Posted September 23, 2020 Report Share Posted September 23, 2020 Just realized I posted on someone elses thread! opps! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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