SRW Truck Max length 5th Wheel
Am about to purchase a 3/4 ton diesel truck. We are going to upgrade our 5th wheel at the same time. Trying to figure out what the Max length I can safely tow. ALL kinds of stuff on line about DRW vs ...
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rhagfo wrote:Yup, that's why, without exception, every Manufacturer states you should never exceed GVWR.
Come on Ron, you and I both know GVWR doesn't mean squat!! ...........
Why, because that's the weight at which they certify the truck will meet all Federal Safety and (where applicable) Emission standards.
Exceed GVWR and you let them off the hook for ANY liability and they can void your warranty.
(Yup, happens. Saw several of those cross my desk years back)
And we won't get into a personal liability (driver) discussion - been there done that too!
