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05-03-2014, 09:09 PM
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Towing with a 4.8 chevy, anyone?
Just got a truck at a steal, and just curious if there is anyone out there towing with one. I will be towing a 26 footer. Ext cab 4x4. I will tow once or twice a year
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05-03-2014, 09:43 PM
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you need to provide more info, like factory tow package or not, bed size, rear end ratio, what year?
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2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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05-03-2014, 09:47 PM
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Its a 2011, crew cab, 3.43, no towing package. I added a class 3 hitch from uhaul. I also have a set of extra leafs "standing by".
Bed is 6ft.
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05-03-2014, 09:48 PM
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My trailer is a 2012 salem cruise lit 26rks.
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05-03-2014, 10:17 PM
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I think for the short runs you will be ok (dry and Empty). But with a Silverado that has max towing of 9,000lbs, a travel trailer that is 8,000lbs (loaded) it won't take much to overload your truck with a truck-box in the back, and a crew cab space for people. 1) what do you know about a weight distribution hitch? 2) Take it to the local gravel pit that has a scale and weigh them together.
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05-03-2014, 11:08 PM
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Never used one. I towed it twice with my 08 2500HD ext cab. It was ok. Never towed anything this long and heavy before.
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05-04-2014, 12:38 AM
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Kuba:
You don't say what brand of truck you have, but you should check your owners manual. My 2009 Silverado manual lists 99 permutations of the 1500 (different engines, cabs, cooling package, rear end ratio etc.). Don't know about 2011, but for 2009, the best a tow capacity I could find similar to you (4.8 L, 3.42 rear end, no tow package) was 5800 lbs. 8000 lbs is WAY over.
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05-04-2014, 02:14 AM
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yea, with no factory tow package and a 3.42 rear end, not going to be able to tow that big of a trailer.
smaller v-8, no factory tow package and lousy rear end ratio for towing, sorry!
you'd have to duplicate the tow package and change the rear end ratio.
even then 8,000lbs. is 3/4 ton range.
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Shawn-Musician/Entrepreneur/Wine Expert
and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.)
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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05-04-2014, 04:33 AM
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Agree with bikendan above . I have 4.8 , 3.73 4 wheel drive and tow package. I can tell I am at limit with approx 4200 lbs. I would never attempt anything over 5k. It may pull it... stopping will be a challenge.
1999 Silverado with tow package
2006 Roo 23B hybrid
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05-04-2014, 07:55 AM
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Dry weight of my trailer is 4000#, when moving out of it before the last winter, i carried everything out in two laundry baskets +32" led tv. Really dont have much in it. Its only me and a 5yr old daughter.
Rrickim63: no brakes on the trailer?? What about brake controller?
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05-04-2014, 07:59 AM
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I will have to get WDH for sure, i was thinking of going 4.11 but the truck is 4spd only. My 2500 has an allison plus 6spd.
Got that 2011 for 15k so its staying 
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05-04-2014, 08:01 AM
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I have brakes for trailer. But you may find out its always harder to stop then it is to accelerate. Expect about 10 mpg . When its all loaded, you will be significantly over dry weight..everyone thinks they pack light..reality is most people will add 1000 lbs over listed dry weight when ready to go.
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05-04-2014, 08:30 AM
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How is the 4.8 and the mated tranny for towing?
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05-04-2014, 11:00 AM
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Good. It can feel under powered going up long steep grades. Downshift coming down hills when needed. I like my truck. Just be aware of half ton limitations.
1999 Silverado with tow package
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05-04-2014, 04:30 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by Kuba
Dry weight of my trailer is 4000#
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is that brochure/website "dry" weight or actual white/yellow factory sticker weight?
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Shawn-Musician/Entrepreneur/Wine Expert
and Zoe the Wonder Dog(R.I.P.)
2016 PrimeTime TracerAIR 255, pushing a 2014 Ford F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 3.5 Ecoboost w/Max Tow Package
4pt Equal-i-zer WDH and 1828lbs of payload capacity
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05-04-2014, 07:26 PM
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you "had" a diesel truck and stepped down to the least capable 1/2 ton you could get for towing when you decided to tow more than you ever have 
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05-04-2014, 08:50 PM
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My 2500HD has a 6L gas engine i still have it, but im getting out of constructiin business due to joint problems and will be selling it in August. I will be taking a Three week vacation and going to New Foundland and Labrador with my daughter.
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05-04-2014, 08:54 PM
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oh. Well you don't have an Allison trans with a 6.0 gas, but still a much better tow vehicle than a 4.8 1/2 ton
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05-04-2014, 08:56 PM
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Bikendan: website weight. I will be getting LT tires, WDH, extra set of leafs added(already have it).....and most likely getting Trail Express tires changed to Marathons.
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05-04-2014, 09:45 PM
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My suggestion is to sell BOTH pickups and get one that can pull your 8000lb trailer. Or sell one and trade the other in on the better pickup.
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2012 Roo19 - hybrid (2012-2015)
2016 Mini Lite 2503S - tt (2015 - ???)
2011 Traverse LT, 3.6L, FWD
2009 Silverado 1500 Ext Cab, 5.3L, 4x4, 3.73
2016 Silverado 2500HD Dbl Cab, 6.0L 4x4, 4.10
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