1989 Gmc Sierra Gvw?

[vanhoand]

does anyone know the GVW for a 1989 GMC Sierra 1500 2wd regular cab w/ long bed is? doesn't have to have those exact features, but something close would be good. I need to tow one back through the mountains and just want to make sure i'm not overloading my tow vehicle.

[Heavy Cruiser]

Look on the door sticker. If not there, look in the owner's manual.

 

Load 12% tongue weight, use Drive or less going up & down the mountains, inflate tires.

Take along extra spares, trailer and truck. Don't lug the engine. Grease the trailer bearings?

 

Hopefully, trailer has brakes, if not, allow more room - think ahead fo the worst condition.

Always leave yourself an out.

 

Make sure all lights work - especially turn signals.

 

Good luck, check tire pressure. You'll be fine, just be easy and think ahead. I used to tow '68 Camaro and no-brake tandem trailer with a 1/2-ton '73 Dodge from the Beach to Bristol, TN and back with no problems.

[builderpaul]

does anyone know the GVW for a 1989 GMC Sierra 1500 2wd regular cab w/ long bed is? doesn't have to have those exact features, but something close would be good. I need to tow one back through the mountains and just want to make sure i'm not overloading my tow vehicle.

You don't need the GVW (6100lbs)- that is the maximum it can weigh loaded. Since you are towing it you need the empty weight. I would guess about 4500lbs. Havent scaled a 1/2 ton in a long time.