WNYBob wrote:
You can't change the sticker weights ( just ask the weight police on here).
There is a lot that goes into those numbers, axel, breakes and transmission to name a few. Yes you can add air bags other spring assists but willit be safe and stop you?
Axle is the same between 2500 and 3500.
Rear differential is the same between 2500 and 3500 (although 3500 has other options).
Brakes are the same between 2500 and 3500.
Transmission is the same between 2500 and 3500 (although 3500 has other options).
If you have 18" wheels, they are the same between 2500 and 3500.
Engine is the same between 2500 and 3500.
Tires are the same between 2500 and 3500.
Frame is essentially the same, with the exception of mounting points for coils (2500) and leaves (3500).
2016 2500 Megacab with Cummins has a rear axle rating of 6500 lbs. 2016 3500 Megacab with Cummins has a rear axle rating of 7000 lbs.
Functionally, there is a 500 lbs difference between the 2500 and 3500 (when equipped with CTD). A 3/4 ton truck is class limited to 10,000 lbs, meaning that it can't weigh more than 10,000 lbs to be considered a class 2B truck. The way that manufacturers do that is to simply slap a sticker that says GVWR 10,000 lbs. OP, if you simply register your truck for a higher weight, you are perfectly legal and as safe as a 3500 to tow up to your axle limits. You'll stop the same, you'll be as safe (or no less unsafe) as you would in a 1 ton. Use common sense, not advertising jargon.
