Yet Another Tow Capacity Question
Greetings. Sorry for the repetative nature of this topic, but no matter what the search parameters, "Tow Capacity", "2006 GMC", "3/4 Ton Diesel" I can't find the info I'm looking for. In a nutshel...
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blt2ski wrote:
Then there was a time when a 3/4 ton would literally be rated to carry 1500lbs! So with 1700 left for cargo after people etc, doing pretty good!
Hmmm....One ton = 2000 lbs. So, 2000 * 3/4 = 1500 lbs. What a coincidence!
Toy haulers are somewhat unique in that they tend to have lighter pin weights when loaded, because the garage is usually behind the trailer axles. So loading heavy toys in the garage can significantly reduce pin weight. Be sure to take that loading into account when calculating pin weights.
