The compact 2010 Chevrolet Colorado is designed for light hauling and has modest towing capacities. I'm just looking for a ballpark figure. When adding the numbers up this trailer is a tight fit for a 1500 but it can be done. I've seen 6000-7500 lbs listed on other sites, so there's a range of possibles. Towing capacities start at 2,400 lbs.
I live in Oregon and I simply cannot go in any direction without pulling hills. Also, like many class 3 hitches, this class 4 hitch can be used in combination with a weight distribution hitch to increase its overall towing capacity. The manual transmission will get 12 in the city and 17 on the highway. You can also order one from your local dealer. This wheel option did not change any of the trucks' mechanical specifications. With a four-speed automatic transmission and 3.
Reasonably sized slide in truck camper. The manual transmission gets the same mileage. Do not tow with Load Range B. This engine is not available with a manual transmission. Also available in the 1990 C3500 extended cab is the 6.
Their website will provide instuctions to flushing all of the old fluid. This engine is standard on the extended cab sportside models. It is illegal to exceed either of these weights. Also, like many class 3 hitches, this class 4 hitch can be used in combination with a weight distribution hitch to increase its overall towing capacity. The key factor, of course, was not just being able to tow, but to do so without jeopardizing the cargo.
In practical terms, this means that a 1998 Silverado 2500 could be either a C-series two-wheel drive or K-series four-wheel drive truck. If you are going to pull more than this on a regular basis, you will greatly shorten the life of the truck. Locks into place with same pin as drawbar. It has a 4-inch stroke and a 4. The max weight per tire is 2910 lbs.
Its pretty much stock, but I am considering adding air shocks, a heavier duty radiator, and a transmission cooler. The additional tires increase the load-bearing capability of the rear axle, opening the door for heavier loads and larger trailers. Side note: Y … our tow rating from the manufacturer is related to the vehicles braking capacity. Brakes are a consideration, as well. Pulling a trailer burns significantly more fuel than driving without one. I would highly recommend this design. The actual tongue weight loaded is much higher than dry and that is due to the front storage and propane tanks are empty for those specs.
For very short distances you may get away with 7000-8000 lbs, but for longer hauls, do not go over 6000 lbs unless you want to shorten the life of your transmission by 50% or more. Also, the towing capacity is reduced if the trailer does not have its own set of brakes. This reccomendation is only a guidline. But most places recommend 12750lbs for the ext model and 12000lbs for the crew. The largest of these vehicles sport extravagant dual rear wheels under extra-wide rear fenders.
The addition of a top-quality trailer brake is essential; I would highly suggest the Tekonsha Prodigy. Half-ton brakes are limited because of their small sweep area, so please think well ahead when stopping. Personally, I use 10-ply Load Range E and even used them when I used to drive a half-ton Z-71. If you are towing over 4000lbs, you must have electric brakes on the trailer. Engine size, type of transmission, rear axle ratio, cargo box size and the amount of torque a Chevy truck can generate are the keys to maximum towing capacity. I base that statement on the testing conducted by a leading truck magazine where they towed a 6000 lb trailer with a Silverado Z71 truck 5.
Torque for the engine measures 360 pound-feet at 1,700 rpm. A truck's value, if used as a workhorse, is based on its payload, which is the amount of weight it carries in the cargo bed, and towing capacity. The trucks, however, have a total towing capacity of up to 10,000 pounds. I would never do this if it was new but she is paid for and no need to rush out and spend 30+ for a new 2500. You also need to ensure the trailer has functioning brakes.
The addition of a top-quality trailer brake is essential; I would highly suggest the Tekonsha Prodigy. This engine is available on the four-wheel drive model only. Of course, it also depends on where you tow. Mine says that you can pull 1000 pounds or 2000 pounds with electric brakes. Maybe I am missing something, but I would try replacing the bulbs.