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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Leeblev wrote:
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.
If your TT is set up correctly, it won't contribute any extra load on the truck's brakes. The trailer will stop using its own brakes.
