Burbman Crosses over to the Dark Side....
The Burb has been a trusty TV for many years but sadly she won't carry our truck camper. After launching a nationwide search I was lucky to find our new truck just a few hours away in NJ. Wasn't l...
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BurbMan wrote:
Payload is 4,480 lbs. Camper weighs 3017 "wet" as weighed from the factory, so once loaded up we should be right at or just under GVWR. Surprised that the 68RFE has a higher payload and tow arting than the Aisin.
Also interesting how the GVWR magically jumps up 900 lbs with the Cummins to keep the payload ratings the same.
Don't you have a longbed? The 4,480 rating is for the shortbed. I think you might have more payload, at least according to that chart.
Also, I think the GVWR shows that the weakest link in that entire system is the gas engine, not the frame, wheels, tires, brakes, suspension, etc. Everything else is the same, but the CTD is rated for more weight.
