Finally got the OK from the wife to get the GX470
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I've been reading a lot in this forum trying to gather as much information as I can. From my understanding the the 2003 and early 04 GX470, has a different towing prepped package compared to the other years. What GX470 year will be best at towing? I plan on towing a car on an open trailer. The approximate weight of the car on the trailer will be around 5500lbs. The earlier model GX470 are way cheaper than the later models. Should I look for a GX with the trailer hitch already installed or not? If not, how hard is it to install the trailer hitch on the earlier GX470s?
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'05+ got the vvti engine with more power, as such they would be best for towing IMO. The factory tow package includes the hitch, trailer wiring, and tranny cooler, I'd look for one with the package already installed if I was planning on towing.
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I'd advise against the pintle style hitch for towing 5500lbs, you'll want a proper class III frame mounted hitch for that load.
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