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Re: 07 GMC Sierra Towing Question
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Originally Posted by Alaskan SS
I need some advice. I have a 2007 GMC Sierra 1500 Crew cab. It's the new body style, SLE1 package. It has a 4.8 liter and 3.42 rear axle ratio. The maximum trailer weight is 5400 lbs for my truck. Short of getting a new truck, what can I do to increase the towing capacity? Thanks for any advice.
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Keep in mind that the towing capacity is not just the power and gearing, it actually has more to do with the suspension/load capacity (spring rate), braking capacity, E load range tires, and transmission cooling. My question is: what is the weight of the trailer and its tongue or pin weight?
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1963 C-10: Deluxe-optioned cab, shortbed, fleetside
Pontiac 462 ci, Kauffman D-Port alum. heads
4L80E, narrowed sheetmetal Ford 9-inch
Tubular front and rear suspension
Custom 6-piston front disc and 4-piston rear disc brakes
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