Payload, is there a right answer?
Well, I've learned a lot of stuff here, and I would like to thank you all for lots of valuable input and discussions. I want to make sure I get this right, assuming there is a right answer. Tru...
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Powerdude,
Your original post nailed the range: 2400 - 4000 pounds.
Yes, you can carry 4000 pounds, but you will have driving/handling issues. Your driving experience with a 2400# load will be much, much better.
How large a camper to get depends on the type of trips you expect to take and how far you expect to drive (short trips=heavy camper, longer trips=lighter camper).
My advice is to stay at or under the 10,000 pound GVWR. However, if you want to carry 4000 pounds, go ahead, you won't break the truck.
Your original post nailed the range: 2400 - 4000 pounds.
Yes, you can carry 4000 pounds, but you will have driving/handling issues. Your driving experience with a 2400# load will be much, much better.
How large a camper to get depends on the type of trips you expect to take and how far you expect to drive (short trips=heavy camper, longer trips=lighter camper).
My advice is to stay at or under the 10,000 pound GVWR. However, if you want to carry 4000 pounds, go ahead, you won't break the truck.
