Originally Posted by dareo
Originally Posted by KD0AXS
Originally Posted by CKN
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He is going to need to consider payload with 7 passengers. I doubt anything but an F350 ( or similar) will keep the numbers below maximum. He will be over payload with a 1500 Suburban-most likely when towing.
But a crew cab won't seat 7.
Look at the full size Vans-but check the payload numbers. The payload number will be on the yellow and white sticker-underneath the tire sizes in the driver's door jam.
This is what people don't seem to understand. A 3/4 ton Suburban or an Excursion will carry 7 people OR pull a heavy trailer, but it won't have the payload capacity to carry a full load of passengers AND pull a heavy trailer. Towing capacities are figured with no passengers or cargo in the tow vehicle. They have the capacity to do one or the other, but not both at the same time.
2012/2013 Suburban 2500 has 2450 lb payload and 9600 tow cap. 7 passengers at 175lb each and a 7000 lb trailer's tongue weight = 1925 lb. Weight to spare for cargo or obesity. A nice one for sale in chicago:
https://chicagomotors.com/154522/2012-Chevrolet-Suburban-LS-2500-4WD
As long as they don't hit the GCVWR, it should work.
In think it will be over 2,000 pounds (about 2065) IMHO. It's barely enough-and won't win any speed races fully loaded and towing a 7,000 pound trailer. If he stays in Texas or heads towards the mid-west, no issues. If he goes towards the West-he will be crawling up the passes, even with the larger motor.