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Old 02-11-2019, 05:29 AM   #15
burnin oil
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Re: How strong is the frame?

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Originally Posted by Mike C View Post
Frame strength doesn't have a whole lot to do with it IMO. Assuming 10% pin weight and 10,000 GVWR trailer you are only looking at 1000# in the bed.

What you should REALLY be worried about are brakes, cooling, transmission and tires.

And if you are looking at hauling more than 10,000# around all the time you should consider more truck.
10% is bumper pull. GN should be closer to 25%
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