Can 2014 Dodge Journey Tow More Than 1,000 lbs Safely
Question:
I have a dodge journey 2014 GCWR is 6000lb Max GTW 1000lb. Max tongue 100lb I wanna install a hitch but my understanding is that i can pull maximum a 1000lb trailer? i mean if the trailer full is 1000lb is the maximum that i can pull? Im asking because is weird that i can move a trailer with more that that weight with my hands, why the car cant do it? also online they recommend a 4000lb hitch for my car, but why 4.000 if the manual said 1000 max if im understanding correctly, thanks!
asked by: Cesar
Expert Reply:
If the owner's manual for your 2014 Dodge Journey has your max trailer towing listed at 1,000 lbs then I don't advise going over that because that's what Dodge has tested and approved for your vehicle. If you do tow more than that and something is damaged you would most likely be voiding your warranty.
For towing equipment I recommend the Draw-Tite Max-Frame # 75648 because it has a great look on your vehicle plus it includes a welded-on tab so you can use a bracket like part # 18144 to hold your 4-Way wiring connector.
I recommend using Tekonsha wiring as it has higher amp ratings and we have found the Tekonsha wiring to be the most reliable. For LED lights use T-One # 118536 but if you don't have LED lights then use T-One # 118567.
To complete a towing setup you also need a ball mount kit. I recommend checking out Ball Mount Kit # 989900 because it includes two ball mounts, one with a 3/4” rise/2” drop and the other with a 2-3/4” rise/4” drop, a 1-7/8” hitch ball, a 2” hitch ball, and a pin and clip. You will want to refer to the attached ball mount article to ensure that this kit is correct for your towing application.
I have attached some installation videos for you to checkout.
Products Referenced in This Question
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
more information >
T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Custom Fit Vehicle Wiring
- Trailer Hitch Wiring
- Powered Converter
- Custom Fit
- 4 Flat
- Tekonsha
more information >
etrailer Ball Mount Kit for 2" Hitches - 7,500 lbs
- Trailer Hitch Ball Mount
- Fixed Ball Mount
- 1-7/8 Inch Ball
- 2 Inch Ball
- Two Balls
- Steel Ball
- Steel Shank - Gloss Black
- Drop - 2 Inch
- Drop - 4 Inch
- Rise - 1 Inch
- Rise - 3 Inch
- Fits 2 Inch Hitch
- 7500 lbs GTW
- Class III
- Ball Mount Kit
- etrailer
more information >
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Draw-Tite Max-Frame Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Trailer Hitch
- Custom Fit Hitch
- Class III
- 400 lbs TW
- 4000 lbs GTW
- 4000 lbs WD GTW
- 2 Inch Hitch
- 400 lbs WD TW
- Visible Cross Tube
- Draw-Tite
more information >
Featured Help Information
Instructions
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Article: How to Rent an RV
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Class III - 2"
- Shop: Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Flat Trailer Connector
- Shop: etrailer Trailer Hitch Receiver - Custom Fit - Matte Black Finish - Class III - 2"
- Shop: LaSalle Bristol Swivel Adapter for RV Sink Strainer - ABS Plastic - 1-1/2"
- Q&A: Raising the Height of a 5th Wheel Trailer for More Clearance
- Search Results: spare tire winch
- Shop: Lippert Spare Tire Winch with Offset Cable
- Q&A: How to Raise a 5th Wheel Trailer so it Rides Level
- Search Results: lift kits for trailer
- Video: Review of MORryde Trailer Leaf Spring Suspension - Spring Mounting Hardware - MR29ZR
- Shop: MORryde Suspension Upgrade Kit for Tandem Axle Trailers w/ LRE Suspension & Correct Track
- Q&A: Trailer Wiring Harness with 4-Pole Trailer Connector for 2012 Dodge Journey
- Shop: RV Covers
- Q&A: Towing Capacity of 2014 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 3.6L V6 and Brake Controller Installation
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Video: Choosing the Right Trailer Wiring
- Search Results: 44649
- Article: How to Choose the Right Trailer Hitch Class
- Q&A: Wiring a Camper Shell Third Brake Light on a 2017 Chevrolet Silverado
- Search Results: 68149
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Q&A: 10k Dexter Replacement Hub for a 8-415
- Video: Lippert Solera Slider Slide-Topper Review
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Q&A: How to Determine if Trailer Axle is Not Aligned and How to Measure to Replace Trailer Axle
- Search Results: 25580
on Trailer Hitch
Cesar
8/9/2019
I have a dodge journey 2014 GCWR is 6000lb Max GTW 1000lb. Max tongue 100lb I wanna install a hitch but my understanding is that i can pull maximum a 1000lb trailer? i mean if the trailer full is 1000lb is the maximum that i can pull? Im asking because is weird that i can move a trailer with more that that weight with my hands, why the car cant do it? also online they recommend a 4000lb hitch for my car, but why 4.000 if the manual said 1000 max if im understanding correctly, thanks!