New to TT - TT Tow Weight Question

am1958 wrote:
Why, exactly, is this a "problem"?

In the total context of my post we were discussing the towability of the OP's truck and possible trailer purchases. He was trying to do the math like a responsible person should but was using incorrect information. If even the alluded weights were correct, he would have 500 lbs. of payload remaining. That payload would be diminished by the weight of the passengers. Does he have enough left for a box of Kleenex? What happens if the brochure weights are incorrect?

I think the "problem" you are referencing is, "Is it safe to tow at the maximum of payload rating?" I believe you can determine the answer to that as anyone else is free to do. IMO, there is much more to towing safety and handling than weight ratings, as your post illustrates. Would I recommend a TT tower to keep below the payload ratings? Yes, both for safety and to keep the vehicle in a good operating condition.