What do you tow with your GM 1500?
I have a 2011 GMC Sierra 1500, 5.3L, 6-speed, 2WD, regular cab, long bed. When I ordered it, I ordered all available options for towing a TT. It has the Handling/Trailering Suspension Package and th...
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I'm waiting to pick up my '14 Silverado 1500 in about a week from now. Having towed what is in my sig with the truck that is currently in my sig, I know that it will be no problem.
The new GM 5.3 has more low-end torque than the 5.7 Hemi and I was able to kit the Silverado it out with the Max trailiering package which upgrades payload capacity, RAWR, GCVR and Rear end to a 3.73.
The 5.3 of today is a little stronger than those of the past, and with that rear end, I doubt that the hills in the east will be a problem, thought I might not cross the rockies.
Here's a good source of info on what different configurations of the '14 Silverado will net you for capacities:
Linky
Edit: my rig is loaded for camping at about 5800.
The new GM 5.3 has more low-end torque than the 5.7 Hemi and I was able to kit the Silverado it out with the Max trailiering package which upgrades payload capacity, RAWR, GCVR and Rear end to a 3.73.
The 5.3 of today is a little stronger than those of the past, and with that rear end, I doubt that the hills in the east will be a problem, thought I might not cross the rockies.
Here's a good source of info on what different configurations of the '14 Silverado will net you for capacities:
Linky
Edit: my rig is loaded for camping at about 5800.
