MFG Ratings what are the limiting factors
I know this post will not change the MFG rating no matter what is stated that is not the point. The point is that there are many after market products out there and in the end they do not change what ...
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Dog Trainer :
I think you make a very valid point. Doesn't really make sense, does it?
For the most part, I believe it has more to do with a manufacturers "limits of Liability"
All components "installed by the manufacturer" at the time of build enter into that arena.
Anything added as "aftermarket" are at the owners option & liability.
A simple example, my truck is rated at 5320# GVWR "as built". The front & rear axles, combined are at 6166# & those figures are based upon the weakest ling of the entire suspension system. I have added helper springs and changed to 108 rated tires only. When loaded with my ATV in the back & hooked to the TT (550# tongue weight), a full tank of gas, & with me in the drivers seat I'm at 5650# (Cat Scales). It handles like a dream.
Another thing & I hesitate to mention this because the "weight police" will send the Sheriff to my door.
My truck "as built" has two ratings for GCWR.
The first is 9,200# with 3.55 gears (which is what I have)
The second is 10,500# with 3.92 gears
I have a WDH & anti-sway. My rig never flinches when a semi passes me & I never go over 60mph.
I'm at 10,620#, TT loaded - NO water. I put water on board when I'm a few miles from destination.
I have had absolutely no issues with handling. NONE
I realize this is putting a strain on the transmission, yes, I have a cooler. When pulling I disengage the OD.
I think you make a very valid point. Doesn't really make sense, does it?
For the most part, I believe it has more to do with a manufacturers "limits of Liability"
All components "installed by the manufacturer" at the time of build enter into that arena.
Anything added as "aftermarket" are at the owners option & liability.
A simple example, my truck is rated at 5320# GVWR "as built". The front & rear axles, combined are at 6166# & those figures are based upon the weakest ling of the entire suspension system. I have added helper springs and changed to 108 rated tires only. When loaded with my ATV in the back & hooked to the TT (550# tongue weight), a full tank of gas, & with me in the drivers seat I'm at 5650# (Cat Scales). It handles like a dream.
Another thing & I hesitate to mention this because the "weight police" will send the Sheriff to my door.
My truck "as built" has two ratings for GCWR.
The first is 9,200# with 3.55 gears (which is what I have)
The second is 10,500# with 3.92 gears
I have a WDH & anti-sway. My rig never flinches when a semi passes me & I never go over 60mph.
I'm at 10,620#, TT loaded - NO water. I put water on board when I'm a few miles from destination.
I have had absolutely no issues with handling. NONE
I realize this is putting a strain on the transmission, yes, I have a cooler. When pulling I disengage the OD.
