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:
So I picked up my 2017 Sundance 295BH Saturday. Stopped by the weight station on the way home. Again with me and the wife, full tank of diesel, and unknowingly a full tank of fresh water (390lbs). Front axle 4500, rear axle 5400, trailer 6820, and total 16720. Is it just me or does that seem like a lot of pin weight? Other than that it had a little squat but pull pretty well. I can definitely tell it's a heavier trailer on acceleration compared to my 6500lbs bumper pull. Overall happy with the decision just wondering about pin weight.
I think most advertised pin wts are figured on the low side. When batteries are added, propane tanks filled, that weight is right up front. Also depending on location, the full fresh water tank could add some pin wt, although most are close to axles. Your hitch will add a couple hundred to your rear axle too. Your still in great shape on weights, and will be after loading trailer.
Enjoy your new FW!
Jerry
