mowermech wrote:
That is not entirely true.
There ARE shops out there which are "licensed upfitters". They have the engineering staff (often one engineer) to certify changes to
ANY rating on a truck. They can and will install suspension parts, gearing, etc. to allow heavier loads to be carried or towed. They can replace the factory ratings sticker with a new one.
Of course, the GCWR and/or towing rating are seldom on the sticker anyway. On all the trucks I have owned, it is a rating that only appears in the Owners Manual.
It seems to be a "numbers game" that the manufacturers use so their marketing departments can say "WE are the best!"
I did some searching and found a list of certified GM upfitter companies. There was one listed here in MA that is reasonably close to me. At some point I may inquire with them about what exactly has to happen for them to apply a rating to a vehicle.
In the meantime - I've got a hitch coming tomorrow. I found a B&W that should fit or I should be able to make it fit.
