TT Weight limits: theory and reality
There are a ton of threads here regarding the proper matching of TV and TT. Based on what I learned here, I made a very expensive decision to upgrade my brand new 1/2 ton to a 1 ton TV so that I would...
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As previously stated....more is better than just marginal.
What those that tow/drive vehicles at/over the max. weights don't tell you is what the poster that is a mechanic said: replaced parts sooner. My major concern when towing at/over the MFG ratings is braking ability. I have experienced problems stopping in a panic situation while towing near my limit. I upgraded my TV and while on the way home on it's maiden voyage, had a panic stop that I didn't think I would make safely and found it not to be a problem because my braking system was designed for more weight and I was well under the max. GCVWR of my tow vehicle.
IMHO, you should never listen to those that don't comply with weight ratings because they have never had a problem. I doubt that. Do it right the first time and you don't have to worry about capacity or braking ability again.
What those that tow/drive vehicles at/over the max. weights don't tell you is what the poster that is a mechanic said: replaced parts sooner. My major concern when towing at/over the MFG ratings is braking ability. I have experienced problems stopping in a panic situation while towing near my limit. I upgraded my TV and while on the way home on it's maiden voyage, had a panic stop that I didn't think I would make safely and found it not to be a problem because my braking system was designed for more weight and I was well under the max. GCVWR of my tow vehicle.
IMHO, you should never listen to those that don't comply with weight ratings because they have never had a problem. I doubt that. Do it right the first time and you don't have to worry about capacity or braking ability again.
