Fifth Wheel Hitch Decision
I have a new 2016 Chev CC Long Bed Duramax DRW 4WD. I am having trouble deciding which hitch to purchase. I am thinking of purchasing a DRV Mobile Suite 38RSSA with washer & dryer and generator. It...
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jshupe wrote:The truck's brakes are NOT designed to stop it's GCWR weight. They are designed to stop it's GVWR weight. Big difference.
Their truck has a GCVWR of 31100#. They will be under that limit, which is the one to look at when it comes to safe braking. Trailer brakes fail, and I'm pulling these speculative stats out of thin air, but the rate of occurrence is probably far less than a tire blowing out, and no more often than a leaf breaking or suspension bolt shearing. Not something to be overly concerned with as long as you are under GCVWR, inspect your trailer regularly, and take care of your rig.
