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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To the OP:
Aren't you glad that you asked for help? Try to read between the lines and hope that you get something out of it. There are actually more than five rules to follow to get a great towing experience. In fact, books can and have been written on the subject. That is a little more than can be covered in 140 characters or less. What you did get are the opinions of some people who honestly think they know more than anyone else what you need. Some will focus on legalese and technicalities while others think that "Close is good enough". The manufacturers are no help. Someone should make them tag every vehicle with what "they" think is the maximum permissible capacity of their vehicles. They should be forced to put a "Towing" section in their manuals. At least we don't charge forty thousand dollars for our advice and you are getting everything you paid us for.
Aren't you glad that you asked for help? Try to read between the lines and hope that you get something out of it. There are actually more than five rules to follow to get a great towing experience. In fact, books can and have been written on the subject. That is a little more than can be covered in 140 characters or less. What you did get are the opinions of some people who honestly think they know more than anyone else what you need. Some will focus on legalese and technicalities while others think that "Close is good enough". The manufacturers are no help. Someone should make them tag every vehicle with what "they" think is the maximum permissible capacity of their vehicles. They should be forced to put a "Towing" section in their manuals. At least we don't charge forty thousand dollars for our advice and you are getting everything you paid us for.
