Overloaded SRW????

[Me_Again]

This 2012 RAM 3500 SRW LB CC showed up with a Lifestyles 5th wheel with a GVWR of 18770 pounds. Truck has 17" tires and wheels. Guy seem oblivious to the fact that he just might be a bit over weight.

Trailer did have 17.5 rims and tires, so he got part of the picture correct.

Chris

[blt2ski]

Over weight.from the warranty standpoint? From a field legal standpoint? From a civil court standpoint?

How is.this person over weight?

Marty

[The_real_wild1]

You guys need to back away from the computer and get a different hobby.

[We_Cant_Wait]

But the dealer SAID I could tow it no problem~!!!!!!

[transamz9]

Actually the guy could be safe with this combo. We don't know if he runs back roads or how fast he drives or anything. He may be over his ratings but also the ratings are geared towards worst case scenario. Driving to you conditions and surroundings is safer than running at or below the ratings and driving like you are towing nothing.

[alexleblanc]

I though the 3500 SRW had a higher GAWR?

[S_Davis]

Me Again wrote:
So owner said he thought(?) it was around 16K. With a 18770 GVWR then that would mean that he never tows in with very much in it, which is highly unlikely, people do not by trailers like a Lifestyle to not use it.

Next issue is the 17" tires on the truck. 17" tires have become the unwanted step child for pickup tires. These trucks have a 6200 RGAWR

So maybe some will read this and think that maybe they need to get weighed and maybe not believe a salesman that says a particular trailer.



RAM CREW CAB 4WD LONG BED - LARAMIE D2 8P92 (SRW)
Engine Trans
Type Transmission Axle
Ratio GVWR Payload Base
Weight
Base Wt.
Front
Base Wt.
Rear
GAWR
Front
GAWR
Rear GCWR Max Trail
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) M6 POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) 3.42 10,100 2,550 7,553 4,759 2,793 5,500 6,200 19,000 11,300
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) M6 POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) 3.73 10,100 2,550 7,553 4,759 2,793 5,500 6,200 21,000 13,300
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 3.42 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 17,000 9,350
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 3.73 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 21,000 13,350
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 4.10 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 24,000 16,350

Are these numbers for a 2500, they look about like the numbers for my 2013 Chevy 2500HD?

[Lwiddis]

"I believe it is a safety concern, which makes it anyone business that travels the highways and roads."

I agree wski. IdaD, this a forum where people comment on posts, pictures, comments, parks, roads..everything RV. If you don't want to read our posts then don't read them. There is no question in my mind that every reasonable RV person would be concerned about excess weight for that pickup with that 5ver. No one said he WAS overweight...just that is an issue...a safety issue.

[wski]

2oldman wrote:
I wouldn't be behind that wheel, but I see it a lot in my travels. Pickup dwarfed by the coach. The weight delta is not in my comfort zone. I bet it's scary when the wind blows.

Is that a delivery vehicle or the owner?

IdaD wrote:
... and why is it any of your business?

It may not be, but that doesn't mean it isn't worth talking about.

I believe it is a safety concern, which makes it anyone business that travels the highways and roads. IMHO.

[Me_Again]

So owner said he thought(?) it was around 16K. With a 18770 GVWR then that would mean that he never tows in with very much in it, which is highly unlikely, people do not by trailers like a Lifestyle to not use it.

Next issue is the 17" tires on the truck. 17" tires have become the unwanted step child for pickup tires. These trucks have a 6200 RGAWR

So maybe some will read this and think that maybe they need to get weighed and maybe not believe a salesman that says a particular trailer.



RAM CREW CAB 4WD LONG BED - LARAMIE D2 8P92 (SRW)
Engine Trans
Type Transmission Axle
Ratio GVWR Payload Base
Weight
Base Wt.
Front
Base Wt.
Rear
GAWR
Front
GAWR
Rear GCWR Max Trail
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) M6 POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) 3.42 10,100 2,550 7,553 4,759 2,793 5,500 6,200 19,000 11,300
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) M6 POSG56 6 sp MANU (DEG) 3.73 10,100 2,550 7,553 4,759 2,793 5,500 6,200 21,000 13,300
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 3.42 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 17,000 9,350
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 3.73 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 21,000 13,350
6.7L 24V Turbo Diesel (ETJ) A6 68RFE 6 sp AUTO (DG7) 4.10 10,100 2,600 7,496 4,714 2,781 5,500 6,200 24,000 16,350

[campingken]

This section is all about tow vehicles so it is an interesting photo and post. IdaD using your argument why is what Me Again posts any of your business?

[2oldman]

I wouldn't be behind that wheel, but I see it a lot in my travels. Pickup dwarfed by the coach. The weight delta is not in my comfort zone. I bet it's scary when the wind blows.

Is that a delivery vehicle or the owner?

IdaD wrote:
... and why is it any of your business?

It may not be, but that doesn't mean it isn't worth talking about.

[IdaD]

How do you know how he's loaded, and why is it any of your business?

[dodge_guy]

Did you weigh it? Otherwise you don't truly know if he is overweight!