'05 Suburban 8.1L vs. 3/4 ton as dedicated TV
I have been searching for a used (~2003-2005) 3/4 ton truck to use as a dedicated TV but am considering going with a 2005 Suburban with the 8.1L with 130k miles on it. Specs on my TT are: Dry we...
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If you're comparing the Burb to a 3/4-ton pickup, the only noticeable difference might be a little bit better stability, since a pickup would have a longer wheelbase (assuming it's a crew cab).
Otherwise, an 8.1 2500 Burb should pull that trailer just fine.
I pull a similar trailer with my '08 2500. Yours has a higher-rated hitch and higher payload. And don't worry about the 5500-lb rear axle rating. That same American Axle unit is rated to 10,000 lbs in other applications. The limiting factor is the tires, so technically the axle can handle 6,000 lbs in your truck.
Your GVW is the number to watch. Here's a weigh slip from a previous three-week trip fully loaded with the family - 3420+5120=8600 :C
Otherwise, an 8.1 2500 Burb should pull that trailer just fine.
I pull a similar trailer with my '08 2500. Yours has a higher-rated hitch and higher payload. And don't worry about the 5500-lb rear axle rating. That same American Axle unit is rated to 10,000 lbs in other applications. The limiting factor is the tires, so technically the axle can handle 6,000 lbs in your truck.
Your GVW is the number to watch. Here's a weigh slip from a previous three-week trip fully loaded with the family - 3420+5120=8600 :C
