I think using a modern pickup frame should be fine. Even with my '98 dodge 5.9 cummins I haul around 18,000 lbs without any trouble. The engine has good power and as long as the trailer has brakes there is no problem stopping. However, if you are planing on hauling every day I would probably go for an international chassis as well. The 466 has been around forever and is a great engine. The new 360's aren't bad either so long as you aren't pulling it out of a ford pickup.


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