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09-25-2022, 11:43 AM #11
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That is correct, I will correct my opening post. I have the 5.3L ECOTEC3 V8 W/O DFM.
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09-25-2022, 03:01 PM #12
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09-25-2022, 07:49 PM #13
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This is excellent first hand info ^^
You’re near the upper end of half ton capability but still within it, both in length and weight. I would pull either trailer and actually do pull a slightly larger one very comfortably. Comfort is relative, and how you load will matter. Setting up a weight distributing hitch properly makes a huge difference. You’ll also need to be ok revving the engine if you do mountains (it really freaks some people out, but these gas V8s like to run and do it no problem!)
For perspective, do some easy calculations. At 12% of GVWR, expect 840lbs on your tongue. I would say that’s realistic (and reflected above). If you think you travel super heavy or will want to carry a lot of water (most don’t), then do 15% for an extra margin and you’re just under 1050lbs.
As others have mentioned, you can run your truck over a scale (local dump, cat scale at truck stop, etc) with everyone/everything in it if you want to know for sure before buying. 7100-your truck’s weight = remaining weight for a trailer.
IMO, you’re looking at the right size and asking the right questions
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09-26-2022, 07:57 PM #14
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OK then, I tow the 22 MLE with the same model truck but with the 3.42 rear.
Real world #s from our last 7 day trip.
Truck/fuel/gear and people (TV) 6125 lbs.
Tongue weight (TW) 775 lbs.
Loaded 22 MLE (TT) 6035 lbs.
Total weight (GCWR) 12,160 lbs.
We carry 5gals. of water for toilet flushing along the way. Pack light as in not bringing the house with us. As stated earlier, your safety/comfort level is strictly on you. That stated, IMHO your truck will pull the 22 MLE model. Your rear end gear ratio will come into play so you will need to factor that into your comfort level.
Good luck.Robert and Chris
2021 Imagine XLS 22MLE
2024 2500HD Silverado 6.6L gas
Blue Ox Sway Pro
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10-01-2022, 10:07 PM #15
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I have the same vehicle. I tow my 200MK with no issues. Like many, I only travel with a little water (for toilet use mainly while travelling) and will fill when I get close to my boondocking destination.
I did however add lift bags in the back, which I find really helps stabilize everything. By your numbers, and knowing your truck, you would be fine pulling either…I even looked at the 23LDE but wanted full access to fridge/bathroom/kitchen and bed with slide in, love my 200MK.
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10-02-2022, 04:08 PM #16
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We have a 2012 GMC Sierra 1500 with the towing package, 5.3L & 3:23 rear gears. When I press the trailer button on the gear shifter all is well. We go to the Ozarks a lot and only on one very long uphill does the motor spin up to about 4,000 RPM. We are pulling a 22MLE and with a Blue Ox equalizer feel safe and not overloaded. I used the manual gear selection on long downhills to save the brakes but probably don't need to.
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