Striker1423
Newbie
I have a 1994 Z71 Silverado. Yes, I know it's old. It has the 5.7, Z82 package (class 4 hitch, trans and engine cooler), and 3.42 gears for some dumb reason. My wife wants a camper and I do too, but trying to be realistic with our wants and needs here, I set out to try and find what this truck could tow. Turns out, the discussions here and elsewhere on the net have been all over the board. Anywhere from 5000 to 7500 lbs trailer weight. I'm trying to find trailers under 5,000 lbs DRY, so when loaded they'd maybe get to 6 or 6500 lbs, but even 'light' campers aren't that light.
Here is a rough example of what we'd like:
https://www.generalrv.com/product/new-2024-coachmen-rv-apex-ultra-lite-245bhs-2175653-29
What I've found elsewhere all seem to hover from 4500 to 5200 lbs dry. Several upgrades might be in order... 3.73 gearing, though that's a pain with the front axle. Airbags probably, and a sway control hitch. Brake controller, etc.
But, I just want the correct starting number so I know if this is a pipe dream or not.
Here is a rough example of what we'd like:
https://www.generalrv.com/product/new-2024-coachmen-rv-apex-ultra-lite-245bhs-2175653-29
What I've found elsewhere all seem to hover from 4500 to 5200 lbs dry. Several upgrades might be in order... 3.73 gearing, though that's a pain with the front axle. Airbags probably, and a sway control hitch. Brake controller, etc.
But, I just want the correct starting number so I know if this is a pipe dream or not.