What else is included in the "towing package" a class 3 hitch, the wiring, transmission cooler (i think), anything else?

 

7 and 4 pin's and the wires to hook up the break control and bigger alt is all I can think of.

 

but it does include a transmission cooler, correct? what does the alternator have to do with towing? i thought it just charges the battery...

 

Meaner alternator to run the extra lights on the trailer?

Transmission cooler is part of the package. Sits between the condenser, and radiator.

 

I agree with the above and heavy duty flashers. For all the trailer lights.

 

Yeah, it comes with the hitch, all wired up for a trailer, higher capacity alternator (136 amp instead of a 117, if I'm not mistaken), and the trans cooler. Some 4x4's came with a skid plate for the transfer case (not part of the tow package), and I'm going to the U-pull-it around here to see if I can find a Ram with one, as my truck didn't come with one. Not a really useful mod, as I don't offroad to the point I would need one, but it's still a nice little thing to have. Just like upgrading my truck whenever I'm able to.

 

Aren't the rear spring beefier with the tow package?

 

I got skid plate and trust me its hit a rock or two in its time.

 

Yep, I made that comment back when you first started posting on here. Nice to know if I need parts they arn't too far down the road jk man.

Edit, you did have a "one up" on me from factory though. You at least had the chrome plated wheels. Be glad you didn't end up with these...

 

I used Grade 8 Fine thread bolts I bought from a local hardware store. After four years, they are the same tightness that they were when I put them in. And no rust due to the zinc coating.
Its easy as pie. Buy a brake controller, circuit breaker, and the Mopar kit from Mopar.BIZ.