Towing Capacity Question?
Hey guys and Gals, I hate to ruin everyone's Sunday, but I really need some help. I know this is a very frustrating topic for a lot of old timers and a hot topic for anyone who has an opinion. I will give you all the info. that I know at this point. We found a trailer we like(Wildwood T27RKSS).
Dry weight 6500
Pulling at first with a 2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4 with towing package. Vortex 5300, rear axle 3.73, GVW of 6400.
The original drivers door had been replaced when I bought it, therefore no door plate with trailing info. Through research I believe the towing capacity is 7500 -7800. I realize that 300 pound difference is important, so I will find out somehow exactly what the towing capacity is.
With all that said could I pull that trailer safely with a weight distribution hitch.
I know hitch weight is important, but not sure how to find that info?
I figured add 500 pounds to trailer in inventory?
The sticker on my hitch says
max. tongue weight: weight carrying 600/270, weight distributing 1500/680
max trailer weight: weight carrying 5000/2270, weight distributing 12000/5440
Thank you for all info and responses!
Dry weight 6500
Pulling at first with a 2000 Chevy Silverado 4x4 with towing package. Vortex 5300, rear axle 3.73, GVW of 6400.
The original drivers door had been replaced when I bought it, therefore no door plate with trailing info. Through research I believe the towing capacity is 7500 -7800. I realize that 300 pound difference is important, so I will find out somehow exactly what the towing capacity is.
With all that said could I pull that trailer safely with a weight distribution hitch.
I know hitch weight is important, but not sure how to find that info?
I figured add 500 pounds to trailer in inventory?
The sticker on my hitch says
max. tongue weight: weight carrying 600/270, weight distributing 1500/680
max trailer weight: weight carrying 5000/2270, weight distributing 12000/5440
Thank you for all info and responses!
