How to order a 3500 to maximize payload?
Hi, What options should I order to maximize payload on a gas Chev 3500 SRW 4x4? I plan on bed delete in favor of an aluminum flatbed to mount a truck camper(Hallmark Nevada 8.5') and in the spring...
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cptqueeg wrote:
The LT offers dual climate control and bucket front seats (saves a 150lbs because it removes a seating position) and those 2 options are not available on the WT. I did spec out both the LT and WT and there wasn't a significant difference in price. I personally like the appearance of the WT better. The 1T SRW is plenty of truck to meet my needs. It will be a gas super cab LWB.
Air bags and 19.5" tires are in the mix.
You're correct, a 1 ton SRW is very appropriate for that camper.
Depending on % of miles with camper on vs running empty, air bags or another suspension mod may be appropriate. In any case, I wouldn't do mods until the camper's on and loaded up. Then decide that. It won't even squat a lot hauling the camper home.
Same with 19.5s. Personally I wouldn't even consider them in your scenario, at all, ever, but they may be somewhat justifiable if essentially a full time camper hauler....just a little bit.
