Should I Tow This?

jamin87ss · March 20, 2016

I have a hard time comparing to others, my boat is like a knife, but these guys with campers are a big brick and that makes a huge difference when towing on highways, and I also have a very low center of gravity compared to campers

Daryl LBZ · March 20, 2016

I recently towed a load of about 7000 lbs, and today noticed one of my back shocks is stained with oil residue on the outside of it. Wonder if replacement shocks are covered under warranty ? 32,ooo mile on the truck.

They should replace it, just take it in before you hit 36k miles.

Victory14red · March 21, 2016

Keep in mind, if you go over 10,001 pounds you must carry a class A commercial drivers licence and your truck must have a DOT identification number. It doesn't matter if it's not being used for commercial use.....10,000 pounds even is the legal limit.

Heavy Chevy 91 · March 21, 2016

I'd say go ahead. I towed a dump trailer with 4 yards of gravel no problem. 2015 Silverado with the 5.3 6speed 3.42 axels. Hardly felt the trailer.

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Nathan79 · March 21, 2016

Keep in mind, if you go over 10,001 pounds you must carry a class A commercial drivers licence and your truck must have a DOT identification number. It doesn't matter if it's not being used for commercial use.....10,000 pounds even is the legal limit.

This is not true in any state I have heard of and definitely not true for federal rules.

Victory14red · March 21, 2016

This is not true in any state I have heard of and definitely not true for federal rules.

After rereading the manual you are correct. The combination has to be over 26001 lbs.

Federal law.... §383.91(a)(1)

Combination vehicle (Group A)Any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 11,794 kilograms or more (26,001 pounds or more) provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds).

However I do believe there's some kind of stipulation about crossing state lines and having to do a log book and carry a med card regardless of cdl status.

muddkatt · March 21, 2016

However I do believe there's some kind of stipulation about crossing state lines and having to do a log book and carry a med card regardless of cdl status.

There is no law requiring a log book and medical card for non-CDL drivers to cross state lines, or to drive within any state.

HOFFandGOLDMAN · March 21, 2016

After rereading the manual you are correct. The combination has to be over 26001 lbs.

Federal law.... §383.91(a)(1)

Combination vehicle (Group A)Any combination of vehicles with a gross combination weight rating (GCWR) of 11,794 kilograms or more (26,001 pounds or more) provided the GVWR of the vehicle(s) being towed is in excess of 4,536 kilograms (10,000 pounds).

However I do believe there's some kind of stipulation about crossing state lines and having to do a log book and carry a med card regardless of cdl status.

Or you just get a set of farm plates for your truck and trailer and get away with everything. ;) I do have my class 1a. Not for towing with my half ton though. Lol

Victory14red · March 21, 2016

There is no law requiring a log book and medical card for non-CDL drivers to cross state lines, or to drive within any state.

Yes you do if you are engaging in commerce. The op said he was hauling a skid loader, I assume not for recreation. If it is solely for his own use and not for hire sure he's legal. If he is going to cross state lines and make money with that loader he needs a med card regardless of cdl.

Requirements for Medical Certification

In the interest of public safety on the highways, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations require interstate commercial drivers to be medically fit to operate their vehicles safely and competently. You are required to have a physical exam and carry a U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate if:

You operate a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross combination weight rating (GCWR) or gross vehicle weight (GVW) or gross combination weight (GCW) of 4,536 kilograms (10,001 pounds) or more in interstate commerce.

Or you just get a set of farm plates for your truck and trailer and get away with everything. ;) I do have my class 1a. Not for towing with my half ton though. Lol

Lmao, isn't there a restriction on mileage you can go from your home farm though? I mean, I guess you could just tow the barn behind ya lmao.

Or you just get a set of farm plates for your truck and trailer and get away with everything. ;) I do have my class 1a. Not for towing with my half ton though. Lol

Lmao, isn't there a restriction on mileage you can go from your home farm though? I mean, I guess you could just tow the barn behind ya lmao.

HOFFandGOLDMAN · March 21, 2016

Yes you do if you are engaging in commerce. The op said he was hauling a skid loader, I assume not for recreation. If it is solely for his own use and not for hire sure he's legal. If he is going to cross state lines and make money with that loader he needs a med card regardless of cdl.

Requirements for Medical Certification

In the interest of public safety on the highways, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) regulations require interstate commercial drivers to be medically fit to operate their vehicles safely and competently. You are required to have a physical exam and carry a U. S. Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certificate if:

You operate a motor vehicle with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) or gross combination weight rating (GCWR) or gross vehicle weight (GVW) or gross combination weight (GCW) of 4,536 kilograms (10,001 pounds) or more in interstate commerce.

Lmao, isn't there a restriction on mileage you can go from your home farm though? I mean, I guess you could just tow the barn behind ya lmao.

Lmao, isn't there a restriction on mileage you can go from your home farm though? I mean, I guess you could just tow the barn behind ya lmao.

Ya we do, but I have never been burned by it. Your supposed to carry a log book and fill it out, and carry your safety certificate saying that your vehicle is within a good standing safety rating from your government insurance agent.

But I never fill out the log book. Don't even think I have one in my half ton.

SMiller · March 21, 2016

You should be fine. I don't think your trailer weighs 1000lb though. How many axles are there? Our 16 foot bumper pull flat deck is 2500lb (steel trailer) with two 7000lb axles. And I have pulled our JD 4440 on it with my 5.3L with 3.42's.

Air bags are pretty essential though.

If your going to be towing that skid steer a lot with that truck I would get a gooseneck. Handles way better than a bumper pull. And a bit safer imo.

Also I'm sure your aware of this, but make sure your trailer brakes work. Lol.

Oh and check the load rating on your tires. I upgraded mine to load E rated.

Pics of the 4440 loaded....

HOFFandGOLDMAN · March 21, 2016

Pics of the 4440 loaded....

I would if I had any on this phone! Lol.

But if your skeptical, our 4440 weights 11,500lbs without the loader on it. I know this from when I took it to a local grain elevator scale when i had it loaded before dropping it off at the mechanics.

The picture with round bales was actually more loaded than the 4440. 12 round bales at 1000lbs each, never took it the scale, just going off the bailer scale.

[email protected] · March 21, 2016

Nuff said

Nice boat!

But to clarify, the tongue weight on that will be a lot less than the Deere. I tow (with a 3500HD) a 14,000lb combo of boat and triple axle trailer and the tongue is about 1100lbs. Boats are generally tongue-light.

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jamin87ss · March 21, 2016

Nice boat!

But to clarify, the tongue weight on that will be a lot less than the Deere. I tow (with a 3500HD) a 14,000lb combo of boat and triple axle trailer and the tongue is about 1100lbs. Boats are generally tongue-light.

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U are correct, biat trailers are setup pretty perfect, hack my truck barely drops

CbrownGT · March 21, 2016

I don't doubt that the 5.3 can pull the skid at all. I'm sure I would do fine on the relatively flat roads, these trucks pull nicely. But without air bags or a WDH you'd be a cop magnet. Everyone knows cops love to check out trailers. And seeing a nice size skid behind a 1500 truck that's squatting is a pretty easy target. My cop buddy says he writes plenty of tickets involving trailers..usually for not crossing chains (blows my mind people don't do it), or improper securing of load (usually those that use straps when chains are required).