1998 1/2 ton vs. 3/4 ton both with 350cid
What is the difference (besides the obvious engine) between these two rigs? Assuming the same suspension, transmissions and gear ratios, are they rated the same or does the big block account for a lot...
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I have a 98 K1500 with the 5.7 and 3.73 gears in a 14 bolt semi floater rear end. I tow a 6900 scaled weight tt with it and I never have an issue. Total combined weight is about 12500. The same engine in the 2500 will feel less powerful because the 4L80E although beefier is less efficient at putting the power to the wheels. The heaviest trailer I have towed with it is 7500 pounds. While I cant speak for heavier, the truck handled these weights like a champ and did not feel down on power considering what it was moving.
