Yet Another Tow Capacity Question

jimsryker wrote:
Wow, more good info here Jimnlin! I have to admit something here. This RAWR is a new term to me. What is this and how do I find my value on this. I don't recall seeing this in my manual.

RAWR = rear axle weight rating. Its on every trucks door post certification placard as required by law. The trucks FAWR (front axle weight rating) is also on the certification placard.

Your from California so I'll post what your legal restrictions are per this snipped (its long) email from a RV.net member asking this question;

'" Q: “Many of the owners travel over their tow vehicle GVWR and /or
GCWR. Are there any state laws against this? Or does the owner just
take the risk if they wish?”

A: The California Vehicle Code (CVC) does not contain a law that
specifically limits the amount of weight a vehicle may tow based on the
towing vehicle GVWR or GCWR. There are, however, laws that limit the
amount a vehicle may tow based on other criteria."

"Section 1085(d) of Title 13 California Code of Regulations prohibits
the loading of tires above the maximum load rating marked on the tire,
or if unmarked the maximum load rating as specified in the applicable
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard, or in a publication furnished to
the public by the tire manufacturer. This would most likely happen in
the case of a pickup truck towing a large fifth wheel travel trailer, as
those types of trailers tend to transfer a larger portion of their
weight to the last axle of the towing unit causing that axle to exceed
the tire load limits."

I trust this has adequately answered your questions. Should you desire
any further information, please contact Officer Ron Leimer, of my staff,
at (916) 445-1865.
Sincerely,
S. B. DOWLING, Captain
Commander
Commercial Vehicle Section"