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whizbang
Apr 11, 2019Explorer II
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
My experience is that overloaded trucks handle exceptionally poorly. And no amount of suspension upgrades really help.
Here's some real numbers for you to consider:
My 2010 F150 weighs 6000 empty.
The GVWR is 7200 to 7700 (a heavy duty tow package, shock and spring, upgrades the GVWR. I added Bilsteins and Timbrens).
Jayco Dry weight 1200 pounds.
Loaded Jayco..... 1600 to 1800 depending on passengers and gear.
I was right at my GVWR, and it drove okay. Rear axle was at max rating too. Would I go over? NO!

My experience is that overloaded trucks handle exceptionally poorly. And no amount of suspension upgrades really help.
Here's some real numbers for you to consider:
My 2010 F150 weighs 6000 empty.
The GVWR is 7200 to 7700 (a heavy duty tow package, shock and spring, upgrades the GVWR. I added Bilsteins and Timbrens).
Jayco Dry weight 1200 pounds.
Loaded Jayco..... 1600 to 1800 depending on passengers and gear.
I was right at my GVWR, and it drove okay. Rear axle was at max rating too. Would I go over? NO!
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