Im considering towing a toy hauler 5er with a 18000 GVWR. This would put me above my GCWR. However, the total dry weight (13265) added with the weight I intened to load into it (approx. 2500 lbs) and the exact weight of my truck with occupants (7325) does not exceed my limit (23500). So my first question is about legallity, Even though the acuall GCWR will be (23090) would It be legal to tow this 5er?
Now a bit about my TWR. I have been subtracting my acuall vehicle weight with myself at the wheel (7325) from my GVWR (9900) to figure my maximum tounge weight (2575). Is this correct?
Also according to what i've seen I should plan to add about 20% of the cargo weight I load onto the 5er to the hitch weight, is this correct?
One last thought about tounge weight, If I upgrade my tires/suspension/etc etc to accomidate more TW will It be legal to tow over the GM stated maximums?
Anyone have an advil? lol!
I will be glad to provide any additional information if needed.
Chevy Silverado 3500 Extended Cab 4x4 Turbo Diesel 6.6L Weight w/driver - 7325lbs
GVWR - 9900
GCVWR - 23500
Reese 18k Signature Series 5er Hitch
Now a bit about my TWR. I have been subtracting my acuall vehicle weight with myself at the wheel (7325) from my GVWR (9900) to figure my maximum tounge weight (2575). Is this correct?
Also according to what i've seen I should plan to add about 20% of the cargo weight I load onto the 5er to the hitch weight, is this correct?
One last thought about tounge weight, If I upgrade my tires/suspension/etc etc to accomidate more TW will It be legal to tow over the GM stated maximums?
Anyone have an advil? lol!
I will be glad to provide any additional information if needed.
Chevy Silverado 3500 Extended Cab 4x4 Turbo Diesel 6.6L Weight w/driver - 7325lbs
GVWR - 9900
GCVWR - 23500
Reese 18k Signature Series 5er Hitch