2004 Silverado Towing Capacity
Hey Gang - I need a sanity check to go over my calculations. I have a a 2004 1500 Extended Cab Shortbed Silverado 4 x 4 with a 5.3 liter engine, HD towing capacity, 3.73 rear end fitted with E Rated ...
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DLHarrison wrote:
Will you please clarify your question regarding payload on the Silverado?
Exactly as stated. Gross Vehicle Weight Rating minus actual weight equals Payload or the amount of weight that can be loaded onto the pickup in the form of tongue weight, passengers, and cargo. Many owners are surprised and disappointed to find only a few hundred pounds are available for trailer tongue weight. PS: Actual weights, not brochure weights which can be off by fifty percent or more.s
GVWR is usually posted somewhere on the tow vehicle. Yours is probably in the 6,200 to 7,000 pound range.
