I've seen a lot of newer 1500's towing heavier trailers. Trailer brakes and the integrated controllers help a lot on these vehicles. I have modified my 92 D250 club cab CTD auto with rear discs, a lock up converter and soon to have a hydroboost conversion. With the more advanced trailer brake controllers on the market today I love my 92. Stops as well as the 06 2500 QC CTD 4WD I had and the 07 GMC *cough* 3500 4WD crew cab I had.

Creature comforts? I have A/C, cruise, power locks, windows and a stereo with bluetooth and an aux input. I even have a Garmin navi unit if I need it. And I know the fuel mileage is better than any of those other trucks and it's paid for. So what else do I really need? Oh yeah, 4 doors, but I have the crew cab Power Wagon for those outings with the wife and dogs. Maybe someday I'll combine them all in to one truck but not now.