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JCR-1
Explorer
Dec 30, 2019

Help with towing math and trailer /vehicle specs

I have a 2018 GMC sierra 6 sp 3.43 rear 5.3 engine 2 wh drive. I cannot find the GCWR on this truck but I am contemplating a trailer with following specs - GVWR 5692, Cargo cap 1580, UVW 4112, Hitch...
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TomG2
Explorer
Dec 30, 2019
My 2012 Silverado 1500 with the 5.3 was totally inadequate towing a 6,500 pound travel trailer. Slow in the hills and "Tail wagging the dog" handling. The 2500 replacement was so much better that there was no comparison. Your expectations might not be as high as mine.

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