Towing Capacity
I'm with you, RFE1
I don't expect it to tow like a Duramax, but it should be quite capable, except for possibly issues with cooling capacity. I don't plan to keep this one, but when the 6.o 6 speed shows up, I expect it to be a long term purchase, and will do extensive modifications.
Check the thread from 12/10/2003 about towing capacity - interesting discussion - comments by Freezer re: cooling capacity are direct from the source, and deserve careful consideration - mine and others are speculation. I do believe the truck would tow very well, just maybe not intended for long tough hauls.
It is a truck. It has the same drivetrain as the Trailblazer XT. That drivetrain tows very well.