Need help understanding Truck Capabilities
In 2001 I purchased a 2001 Silverado 1500 HD Crew Cab 4x4 for the specific purpose of adding a slide-in truck camper. I was soon discouraged when all the camper dealers told me that my “1/2 ton” tru...
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Regardless all the opinions, there is simple answer to it.
About 90% of camper weight goes onto rear axle, so all those cargo and GVW ratings don't apply to the setup.
What you need to do is weight rear axle and compare it to axle & tires rating.
When you have enough of axle rating, you can research if you can upgrade to better tires. Don't think 19.5" upgrade would apply to 1500 truck, but it might be an option.
About 90% of camper weight goes onto rear axle, so all those cargo and GVW ratings don't apply to the setup.
What you need to do is weight rear axle and compare it to axle & tires rating.
When you have enough of axle rating, you can research if you can upgrade to better tires. Don't think 19.5" upgrade would apply to 1500 truck, but it might be an option.
