mbopp wrote:
The limiting factor on 1/2-tons is payload, not tow capacity.
What's the payload rating on the yellow drivers-side door jamb sticker?
7100
But this number just doesn't seem right, because...
About two weeks ago, I bought good-size pallet of damp sod, and I read that those can weigh 2000# or more
My truck bed was low, but the truck had no problem driving around with the sod or stopping.
So...if the truck is roughly 5600# plus 2000# for sod (and ALL of the weight was on the rear tires), that puts me at 7600 or depending, up to 8000#. I still had a decent gap between the well and the tires, but I wouldn't want to drive around like that forever.
Which brings me to the trailer. With 5600# for the truck and 1100# tongue weight, that is only 6600#. A full thousand pounds less than the truck with sod. My family only weighs about 500# (we're on the smaller side).
Still, don't see carrying any extra gear in the bed, but this should work. Thoughts?
