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TXiceman
Sep 16, 2020Explorer II
First off, you loaded pin weight will be closer to 2900# than the dry 2300# from the brochure data.
The tow ratings on the website are manure in my opinion. The numbers they list are based on a stripped model truck and a 150# driver. You need to work the specific numbers up for your truck.
First look for the yellow sticker on the drivers door jamb. There will be a paylaod rating for your truck. This is the most load you can add to the truck bed and passengers.
Use 20 to 22% of the trailer GVWR for an estimated loaded pin weight. Now add the estimate pin weight plus a hitch plus cargo in the bed plus passengers. This total has to be less than the payload capacity sticker.
Adding air bags is a crutch and does not increase towing or load ratings or safety.
A 3/4 ton truck will reach its payload capacity before you reach the maximum towing capacity.
Ken
The tow ratings on the website are manure in my opinion. The numbers they list are based on a stripped model truck and a 150# driver. You need to work the specific numbers up for your truck.
First look for the yellow sticker on the drivers door jamb. There will be a paylaod rating for your truck. This is the most load you can add to the truck bed and passengers.
Use 20 to 22% of the trailer GVWR for an estimated loaded pin weight. Now add the estimate pin weight plus a hitch plus cargo in the bed plus passengers. This total has to be less than the payload capacity sticker.
Adding air bags is a crutch and does not increase towing or load ratings or safety.
A 3/4 ton truck will reach its payload capacity before you reach the maximum towing capacity.
Ken
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