2014 Ram Mega Cab - Towing Capacity Help
We bought a 2014 Ram Mega Cab 4x4 a little over a year ago hoping to upgrade to a nice 5th wheel. At the time coming from a half ton truck I thought a 2500 would tow anything, after all the max trail...
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dicksenn wrote:
The amount of information back and forth of whether the number listed on the door is just for registration, etc, and then use axle ratings, etc. is just overwhelming. Even Ram says my payload when I do a Vin lookup is 1890, then the door says 1503..
I realize the 2800lb hitch weights are out of the question but when it gets to closer numbers like the Sandpiper I'm really wondering if it's actually safe/feasible with air bags or if I'm just trying to convince myself it is.
I would never advise anyone to exceed the ratings on their truck, even the somewhat artificial ratings of many 2500s. That's a line I'm just not comfortable crossing. Too many variables.
But IDoMyOwnStunts is correct that under the skin, the differences between many 2500s and 3500s are fairly minor. If you do your research, and check your weights, you may be comfortable exceeding your 2500's rating. By how much is your judgement call.
And I'd reinforce what IDoMyOwnStunts said about pin weights. The listed pin weight will be much lighter than what you'll see when you load up with gear, ready to camp. Plus the weight of the hitch, and passengers all factor in as well.
Do your math carefully if you choose to exceed your ratings, so you can do it as safely as possible.
