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BrianMullins
Explorer
Dec 17, 2014

Confused about towing weight

I'm thinking about buying a 2005 Chevy 2500 4WD Silverado Crew Cab LS Diesel. It has a Duramax Motor
All I know at this point is GVWR 9200, GAWR front 4670, GAWR rear 6084.
It will be pulling a Keystone Sprinter 333FL 5th Wheel. The Empty weight is 9526, Carrying Capacity is 3224, Hitch weight is 1875.
Between selling the house and buying a truck and 5th Wheel to go fulltime, My brain is fried trying to figure this out. Please Help
Will this truck pull and stop safely for us?
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    ib516
    Explorer II
    Dec 17, 2014
    That affects the 2004.5 and 2005 Duramax trucks.
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    ib516
    Explorer II
    Dec 17, 2014
    Yes. Just keep an eye on the engine temp gauge. That model was prone to running warm when worked hard.

    Google "LLY OVERHEAT" for more info and judge for yourself.

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