fifth wheel for 1/2 ton pickups
I know that purchasing a fifth wheel usually requires a heavy duty TV. Currently I have a 08 Tundra 5.7. I really like this truck (and it's paid for so that's a bonus), and I have been noticing that...
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Water-Bug wrote:
Nobody has mentioned it but 20" wheels, that are the current rage on 1/2 pickups, knock the heck out of most truck's towing capabilities. Just a warning to would be 1/2 ton PU 5er towers.
EDIT. When you are approaching the limits of a TVs capabilities, the little things can put you over the edge.
EDIT2 If Those 20" wheels are an after market or a dealer add-in, the door jamb sticker may be lieing to you.
My 20" tires have a combined rating of 7500 lb just for the 2 on the rear axle. Wheels are certified to 3500 each.
