3/4 ton truck questions
We've decided to replace our truck (2006 Tundra) with a 3/4 ton truck. I've looked at new and used. Today I saw a couple of very nice used 3/4 ton trucks (Ford and Ram) and I've got a couple questio...
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valhalla360 wrote:rhagfo wrote:
Well unfortunately the "Payload" sticker doesn't have all the necessary information it has the available payload as it left the factory. Those I have looked at they don't have the GAWR's nor the GVWR. Once the vehicle leaves the factory and items added to that vehicle reduced the payload by a like amount. Don't get me wrong the Payload sticker is great when comparing vehicles on a lot, but once off the lot and your "STUFF" is added to it then you need the numbers off the VIN sticker with GVWR and front and rear GAWR's to see what you can carry/pull.
The sticker is usually pretty close unless you start adding bed caps, brush guards and a lot of other stuff.
My point is that yes, the "Yellow" payload sticker is a great tool on the dealers lot for comparing new vehicles, once you start adding things to it including you, DW, kids, dogs, tools, tool boxes, mud flaps, running boards, hitch, fuel, etc. it is time to head to the scales to see what your real payload is.
The little stuff adds up.
