Fifth wheel too heavy for my truck?
Hello all, I am new to the forums and looking for some help. I currently own a 2008 GMC Sierra 2500hd 4x4 w/ duramax/Allison. I am thinking about trading in my travel trailer for a fifth wheel, but ...
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Ryno86 wrote:
Ok folks,
Just got back from the scales... front - 4520, rear - 3080, total - 7600. This is a full tank of diesel and my wife and I in the truck. Our 2 kids are about 40 each and the 2 dogs are about 20 each... so what's the verdict?
You are in great shape to tow/carry the FW you mentioned! JIMNLINs estimate on rear axle wt was right on! You'll be a little over truck GVWR, but even if you loaded up to FW GVWR 9,900, added a 200 lb hitch your still 800 lbs under RAWR, way under tire max.
Like I said earlier, you will enjoy the tow!
Jerry
