Towing ability

You have posted under "Forum Technical Support."

It would get a much better response if you would delete this post and post again under "Towing."

Maybe a moderator will be nice and move it for you.

This should be moved from "Forum Technical Support"

From the Trailer Life Tow Ratings Database


Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit
1999 Chevrolet/GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) 5700 V-8 7500
Requires Trailering Package.
Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
Weight-distributing hitch required over 5000-pound trailer weight, 500-pound tongue weight.
A higher tow rating is listed for pickups that tow fifth-wheel trailers. See your dealer for more information.


Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit
1999 Chevrolet/GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) 6.5 V-8 TurboDiesel 8000
Requires Trailering Package.
Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
Weight-distributing hitch required over 5000-pound trailer weight, 500-pound tongue weight.
A higher tow rating is listed for pickups that tow fifth-wheel trailers. See your dealer for more information.

Year Make Model Engine Tow Limit
1999 Chevrolet/GMC K2500 Pickup (4WD) 7.4 V-8 10000
Requires Trailering Package.
Requires 4.10:1 axle ratio.
Weight-distributing hitch required over 5000-pound trailer weight, 500-pound tongue weight.
A higher tow rating is listed for pickups that tow fifth-wheel trailers. See your dealer for more information.

We are going to need more information to offer an informed opinion.

Gas,Diesel more info?

Moved from Forum Technical Support

A general rule is the pin weight will be roughly 20% of the weight. That would be 2000 lbs of pin plus the weight of the hitch itself and any other goodies you put in the bed. Not to mention additional passengers, etc. Not sure about your 1999 GM ratings but there is a placard on your drivers side door that gives you your GVWR and maybe the tire ratings. You should check that figure first. 14 years ago I'm betting you'll be over the GVWR of your truck and maybe the RAWR.
Good Luck though!