Increasing limited towing capacity?
04-08-2019, 02:54 PM
#11
the rating is ~7200# correct? Why are you only recommending a 3500# trailer
04-08-2019, 05:10 PM
#12
Payload! With an average of 600 pounds in the cab, that leaves roughly 500 pounds of payload for the trailer TW. with the ball weighing between 35-50 pounds, thats 450 pounds of trailer tongue weight. 3500*13%=455 pounds. I use 13% as a guideline for proper trailer balance to counter any sway.
04-08-2019, 05:26 PM
#13
Payload! With an average of 600 pounds in the cab, that leaves roughly 500 pounds of payload for the trailer TW. with the ball weighing between 35-50 pounds, thats 450 pounds of trailer tongue weight. 3500*13%=455 pounds. I use 13% as a guideline for proper trailer balance to counter any sway.
Not sure what your future trailer will be, but if you are looking to tow a boat you can pull a little more than a traditional trailer as tongue weight is typically closer to 10%.
04-08-2019, 07:11 PM
#14
Payload! With an average of 600 pounds in the cab, that leaves roughly 500 pounds of payload for the trailer TW. with the ball weighing between 35-50 pounds, thats 450 pounds of trailer tongue weight. 3500*13%=455 pounds. I use 13% as a guideline for proper trailer balance to counter any sway.
04-09-2019, 05:25 AM
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Towing newbies only focus on towing capacity. in reality, PAYLOAD CAPACITY is more important since most tow vehicles will run out payload WAY before reaching max towing capacity.
and blinged out trucks, like the Limited, have much lower payloads because of the weight of the bling. it's made to look pretty but not to tow.
and blinged out trucks, like the Limited, have much lower payloads because of the weight of the bling. it's made to look pretty but not to tow.
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04-09-2019, 11:03 AM
#16
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[QUOTE=acdii;6158798 with the ball weighing between 35-50 pounds, thats 450 pounds of trailer tongue weight.[/QUOTE]
35-50Lbs for a ball? A solid shank, carbon steel class V draw bar with 6" drop and two ***** is typically 35lbs. What hits 50 that isn't WDH?
An aluminum 6" drop for the 150 with two ***** is going to be 15-20lbs. Carbon ball and bar, under 7lbs. Stainless ball and bar under 5 lbs.
Not that this makes a huge difference in towing a 3500lb trailer, just curious as to what bar/ball setups run to 50lbs. Other than ridiculously long drop bars, obviously.
35-50Lbs for a ball? A solid shank, carbon steel class V draw bar with 6" drop and two ***** is typically 35lbs. What hits 50 that isn't WDH?
An aluminum 6" drop for the 150 with two ***** is going to be 15-20lbs. Carbon ball and bar, under 7lbs. Stainless ball and bar under 5 lbs.
Not that this makes a huge difference in towing a 3500lb trailer, just curious as to what bar/ball setups run to 50lbs. Other than ridiculously long drop bars, obviously.
04-09-2019, 11:49 AM
#17
Pintle hook ball combo on adjustable shank is pretty close to 50 pounds.
04-11-2019, 10:14 AM
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04-11-2019, 03:20 PM
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04-11-2019, 11:25 PM
#20
As the title states I’m considering buying a 14’ limited model. What steps could I take to increase the towing capacity? I know it won’t match other models but I’m assuming new wheels and tires would make a difference compared to the 22’s. And overall the drivetrain is identical correct (engine, transmission, axles etc)? Maybe some suspension tweaks over time to replace the “sport tuned” suspension? I don’t tow a lot but in case something arises I’d like to know what steps I could take to get a little more if needed. I plan on doing different wheels and tires regardless so that’s just a plus. Thanks in advance.