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Tires, Towing and some other stuff
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Ultimaxx
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| Joined: 09/11
Posted: 09/29/11 11:19 PM
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1994 K1500 ext cab sbox 383 cid TBI injection stock computer and holley 670 throttle body stock exhaust manifolds built 4L60E transmission semi float 14 bolt and 4:10 gears 35x12x18 tires 18x9 aluminum rims stock brakes
I plan on towing about 7500-8000 lbs. It will be my 27 foot (31 feet from tongue to bumper) camper which weights 6666lbs and I figure an extra 1400lbs for passengers and cargo
I would like a set of either BFG mud terrain's or Goodyear MTR's both in 35x12.5x18 I dont mind the road noise Will they handle my towing duties cruising down the highway doing 50 to 70 MPH? I also have a lockrite locker for the 14 bolt semifloat. Will the locker handle the highway? Does anyone think I am towing too heavy? How about adding some airbags to the rear? A class 4 hitch is in the works as well. am i missing anything?
Your input is greatly appreciated.
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Posted: 10/09/11 12:31 AM
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Make sure you get the proper ratted tires. I am thinking your application calls for "D" weight rated tired.
The 4L60 was designed for a GVWR vehicle of 6000lbs (it is also known as a 700R4 and 4L60-only difference is it has an electronic shift control vs the TV Cable).
Air bags are not a bad idea. It would help level the truck out when loaded.
I don't know anything about the lockers. If they are a selectable kind then they should be just fine I would think.
Hope this helps a bit.
'91 K1500 (Stock) LT285/75R16 Play hard! Play soft! As long as you are having fun!
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