First RV
My spouse and I are looking at purchasing our first RV, he grew up camping, I did not.... We have a 2019 Chevy Silverado 6.2L with max trailering, manufacturers tow rating of 12,200 pounds and are ...
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Thanks for all of the replies. I’m surprised at the recommendations to buy used, we have always had the thought process of buying new because people don’t always take care of their stuff, proper maintenance etc. but it makes sense since most issues happen during the first year. This may or may not be an option, depending on what is available in our area. Hubby is more than capable of fixing the small stuff, I worry about the slides, lots of issues with water leaking. I’ve heard before that extended warranties are worthless but what about roadside assistance?
As far as the tow capacity...we’ve ran the numbers meticulously, crossed off some trailers that were technically in the range but too heavy when you add the cargo. Here they are, let me know if you see any red flags.
Truck
Base curb weight 5007
GVWR 7300
Max payload 2100
Max trailering 12200
GCWR 17800
Two models were looking at
Dry weight 8425/8154
Payload 2075/3081
Hitch weight1045/1035
We will be traveling with two adults and 2 larger dogs, no kids based on what I’ve read 1500 pounds of gear is a good estimation. Which puts us at 81/79% max trailering. The weight of the passangers inc. dogs 515, add another 250 in miscellaneous cargo In the bed.
Heavier trailer 8450
Trailer cargo 1500
Truck 5007
Passengers 515
Misc cargo 250
Total 15497
2300 pounds under GCWR
As far as the tow capacity...we’ve ran the numbers meticulously, crossed off some trailers that were technically in the range but too heavy when you add the cargo. Here they are, let me know if you see any red flags.
Truck
Base curb weight 5007
GVWR 7300
Max payload 2100
Max trailering 12200
GCWR 17800
Two models were looking at
Dry weight 8425/8154
Payload 2075/3081
Hitch weight1045/1035
We will be traveling with two adults and 2 larger dogs, no kids based on what I’ve read 1500 pounds of gear is a good estimation. Which puts us at 81/79% max trailering. The weight of the passangers inc. dogs 515, add another 250 in miscellaneous cargo In the bed.
Heavier trailer 8450
Trailer cargo 1500
Truck 5007
Passengers 515
Misc cargo 250
Total 15497
2300 pounds under GCWR
