How heavy is TOO heavy? GVWR on a 2500
Alright guys I'd like your input on something I can't stop arguing both ways. Current rig is a lower mileage 2005 2500HD Duramax cew cab, motor has been gone through and added ARP studs, all new belts...
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helpmetow wrote:Me Again wrote:
One solution is to bag it, install 8"Wx16"D wheels with LT265/75R16E tires and hit the road, being sure to license it for 12K with the state of Nevada.
"$33 for 6,000 pounds or less
to $48 for 10,000 pounds. Over
10,000 to 26,000 pounds, $12 per
1,000 pounds. Over 26,000 to
80,000 pounds, $17
per 1,000 pounds."
Airbags?? I have them. I've already got the tires and wheels covered as well. So you're saying literally just go to the DMV and ask them to up my GVWR?? I feel like that seems 'too good to be true'? Also, I feel like I might still be flirting with what the truck SHOULD be hooked up to
I appreciate the comments and agree, however 99% of the time I drive it around completely unloaded. Throughout the summer I make weekly/bi-weekly camping trips up to maybe 60 miles away from home.
I'm more or less asking if you think it's 'worth' selling my existing truck for lets say $25,000 (won't be hard to get here) and spending $50,000 on a replacement given the numbers? Or, do I take it easy while towing and keep what I've got?
