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Location: Bloomington, IL | The 4.0 is a great engine, for sure. I would say if you keep on top of maintenance, and DON'T rag on it, it will last you, even pulling, for another 100k.
The towing capacity is 5k on your vehicle, provided you have a hitch. Something that would probably be a good idea before pulling is getting the transmission fluid and filter changed. Also your oil changes will need to be done at earlier intervals....not stretching them out to 5k...6k....and sometimes even 7k like I do. 
The nice thing about boats, too, is that when on the trailer, they are very well balanced. So you won't be overloading your suspension. You might notice just a little a little sag, squish, or squirrelliness when you are hooked up. If it bothers you, you could always add an add-a-leaf or some helper airbags, but I don't think they would be necessary.
So bottom line, I think you would be fine.....it wouldn't be my first choice, but then, I used to pull w\ a dually, and have since downsized to a half ton quad cab, and I don't really like it either. 
Edited by scolba 8/19/2008 6:59 AM
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