I put a ton of pellets in my 2012 f150 with the max tow package only sqats a little maybe a few inches no where near the bump stopsgot a ton of pellets today and my truck did not like it axle was hitting the bump stops lol
I put a ton of pellets in my 2012 f150 with the max tow package only sqats a little maybe a few inches no where near the bump stopsgot a ton of pellets today and my truck did not like it axle was hitting the bump stops lol
Considering the cost of fuel, it might be reasonable to pay the delivery charge. Five trips at 50 miles each round trip is 250 miles. Assuming about 15 mi/gallon gives about 16.7 gallons at $3.75/gallon is $62.50. And that doesn't include wear on your truck..I've lugged home 5 ton this year from 25 miles away
Here's how you do it cost me about $15 in gas got 11.5 miles to the gallon towing this trailerConsidering the cost of fuel, it might be reasonable to pay the delivery charge. Five trips at 50 miles each round trip is 250 miles. Assuming about 15 mi/gallon gives about 16.7 gallons at $3.75/gallon is $62.50. And that doesn't include wear on your truck.
For another $16.50 you can sit at home and relax until the delivery arrives,
Just my way of looking at things.
Beautiful truck! How do you like the Eco boost?
Thanks! I love it I believe it's the best gasoline towing motor on the market I had no trouble towing that trailer. easily could exceed the speed limit any hill Pa could throw at itBeautiful truck! How do you like the Eco boost?
I grew up on a farm a over loaded vehicle is what I grew up driving lol
Keep in mind that its the drivers responsibility not to operate an overloaded vehicle. This applies to cars as well as commercial trucks. If your involved in an accident (even if its not your fault) you can be held liable for being overloaded beyond the rated capacity.
View attachment 142711 2 Tons in a 1 ton Chevy.. sitting very level..Only had to go half mile from dealers wharehouse to home.
Please record yourself telling the motor carrier enforcement officer that after you pull off the portable scales. I would love to see the vid . Overload fines usually start at $1/lb.Oooo, I'm scared!
Goody two shoes!
Please record yourself telling the motor carrier enforcement officer that after you pull off the portable scales. I would love to see the vid . Overload fines usually start at $1/lb.
You can also get several different fines.
Overload on registered GVW, overload on each individual axle, and overload on each individual tire weight rating.
Overload is also an automatic red tag (impound) until corrected.
The last couple years they (DOT) have been sitting at major intersections near the 4 local scrap yards, mostly pulling over pickups. I've yet to get pulled over or see another commercial vehicle pulled over there. Not saying they don't but I've not seen it.How many times have you been pulled over by the DOT in your personal vehicle while hauling stuff home from the store? I've never heard of it.
While working, I do occasionally get stopped by the DOT for inspection because I drive a commercial vehicle. (26,000 GVWR, no CDL needed) I did get busted for being overweight once, and their only concern was the fact that I was over 26,000 lbs and didn't have a CDL. My boss just had to send out another driver with a CDL to take the truck, no fine or anything. At the same time, they also had a semi that was 7,000 lbs overweight. They just gave him a ticket and sent him on his way.
this happens every year...someone takes the chance and overloads a P/U.( car...I would love to represent that victim)..the problem is if you hit and hurt someone it will be your fault and more then likely it WILL exceed your insurance coverage....that's if its even covered at all(fine print)...the only place where "if it fits it ships" is the post office
Most 1/2 tons 2000 lbs over are 100% over their carrying capacity.
Actually, 2000 lbs is a pretty typical payload capacity for a modern 1/2 ton pickup. The terms "1/2 ton", "3/4 ton", and "1 ton" are extremely outdated and don't apply to modern trucks anymore.
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