How bad did I screw up?

[docwade87]

Alright, I got excited and didn’t realize all the little details that needed to be taken into consideration when buying my TT. I saw price range, good deal, great unit and the stickers say I should be fine.... After spending a decent amount of time on here researching, I realized I may have bitten off a bit much for my TV?

It’s a 2013 Toyota Tundra Crewmax 5.7L V8 TRD. It has towing package on it with tow/haul feature that changes gear ratio and gives more upfront power etc etc. it does very well pulling the trailer (2017 Cougar 28RLS) on most every roadway. I got nice hitch with 10klb limit sway/weight distribution bars. I took it into some bigger mountains this past weekend on some tight, steep and banked roads and it handled well, but obviously the engine had to work harder. I put the transmission in manual mode (which manufacturer recommends from what I’ve seen) and that seems to help it a lot when towing. I have read to not put the truck in 6th gear when towing, and haven’t except on long and flat highways. Otherwise I stay in 4th-5th gear when cruising at 60-70mph @ ~1800-2500rpms

I’ve read a bunch of threads where people dissect all the weights and help people out with literally same issue.Not necessarily trying to beat that dead horse anymore. I’m looking for help with ways to make current situation better and for an educated answer on how bad did I really do...

Without being a wise guy, can you please offer any insight?
Buying a new truck isn’t currently in the cards (it is paid off, so could be something to look at in near future). Selling trailer isn’t the best option and not something we want to do either. What are some things we could do to improve current situation if needed and possible?