Looking for a tow vehicle for boat
Had to edit content regarding weight of boat. We may end up with a boat before next spring, so I’ve been looking for another tow vehicle to serve double duty as an occasional daily driver. If we ...
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gmcman wrote:
Regarding the 2500 Suburban, the tow ratings being based on drivetrain options, does the legal GCWR change? Whatever the legal GVWR or GCWR is for the 8.1, is that the same for the 6.0?
I'm not trying to be unsafe if the axles, bearings, and brakes are the same on the 2500, then a few miles to the ramp I can see would be ok. However if the drivetrain changes to weaker components for a 9-10K rating the I will surely pursue the 8.1.
I agree I could likely get it back and forth without any issues, but I don't want any marks on my class A CDL so I have to try to keep everything legal.
I know the 8.1 has a different trans, but mainly curious of the chassis is still rated for the same GCWR and not just the factory recommended tow rating.
I got my class A CDL out of a CrackerJack box. Can you tell me where exceeding the manufacturer's weight rating is any kind of violation?
Normally a lower power motor will result in a lower GCVWR, but often does not change GVWR. (Which when the lower power motor weighs less leads to higher payload for lower power)
