BigArt
In for the long haul
Hi all. We still haven't upgraded to a Duramax yet, but I am starting to get serious. Looks like we will need it by next summer. I did some research about towing capacities and this is what I found;
Following from http://www.campinglife.com/tow-ratings-database/ FYI.
I really think I want to go with a Silverado/Sierra 3500 Crew Cab Long Box DRW. I notice that the 2WD seem to have a higher towing capacity than 4WD. Is that true? And why? The 5th wheel/toy hauler we are looking to get has a GVWR of about 17000 lbs and we want to be able to load up a Harley as well. It looks like 2011 or newer may have to be the ticket...
Also how many necessary upgrades/mods would be required?
Any thoughts?
Art
Following from http://www.campinglife.com/tow-ratings-database/ FYI.
I really think I want to go with a Silverado/Sierra 3500 Crew Cab Long Box DRW. I notice that the 2WD seem to have a higher towing capacity than 4WD. Is that true? And why? The 5th wheel/toy hauler we are looking to get has a GVWR of about 17000 lbs and we want to be able to load up a Harley as well. It looks like 2011 or newer may have to be the ticket...
Also how many necessary upgrades/mods would be required?
Any thoughts?
Art
Year | Make | Model | Engine | Tow Limit |
2008 | Chevrolet/GMC | Silverado/Sierra 3500 Crew Cab 4WD | 6.6L V8 TD | 14600 |
Requires 3.73 axle ratio |
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2007 | Chevrolet/GMC | Classic Silverado/Sierra 3500 HD Crew Cab 4WD Long Bed DRW | 6.6L V8 TD | 12000 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
3.73 axle ratio
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