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Old 11-30-2018, 09:00 PM   #44
cookinwitdiesel
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Good notes on internet etiquette and being safe with your information. I work in cyber-security and cannot emphasize how easy it is for people to get personal information and use it maliciously. Hint, it is very easy.

Back to the original topic, the OP had asked about determining the vehicle dry weight. I would counter that if you just focus on the payload and staying within that spec, then you do not need dry weight. Just plan on max GVWR for the TV (which will imply that you are max payload). Combine that with making sure your trailer is under the max rating for the TV (should be 2 different numbers provided - traditional trailer/bumper pull, and gooseneck/fifth wheel) and you will have the GCWR for the TV. As an added consideration, if you are looking at a fifth wheel, rear axle rating is also important. A large and high-end 5er can easily have a tongue weight over over 3000# on its own. That is weight that is pretty much 100% on your rear axle and tires.

Hope this helps some!
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