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November 10th, 2011, 12:35 PM
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Hello again moon ! 
The easiest way is to just look up your VIN number at...<O
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Free VIN Decoder - Vehicle Identification Number Report
When the Page appears, just click on "Equipment" and a second Page will show. In the Right Column, about a third of the way down, you will see your "Maximum Towing" weight listed. Keep in mind, that usually 10% of the Trailer Weight will be placed on the Tongue, and you must limit the Load in your Vehicle, to compensate for this, so you won't overload the Vehicle.
The easiest way is to just look up your VIN number at...<O
</OFree VIN Decoder - Vehicle Identification Number Report
When the Page appears, just click on "Equipment" and a second Page will show. In the Right Column, about a third of the way down, you will see your "Maximum Towing" weight listed. Keep in mind, that usually 10% of the Trailer Weight will be placed on the Tongue, and you must limit the Load in your Vehicle, to compensate for this, so you won't overload the Vehicle.
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Hello again moon !
The easiest way is to just look up your VIN number at...<O</O
Free VIN Decoder - Vehicle Identification Number Report
When the Page appears, just click on "Equipment" and a second Page will show. In the Right Column, about a third of the way down, you will see your "Maximum Towing" weight listed. Keep in mind, that usually 10% of the Trailer Weight will be placed on the Tongue, and you must limit the Load in your Vehicle, to compensate for this, so you won't overload the Vehicle.
The easiest way is to just look up your VIN number at...<O
</OFree VIN Decoder - Vehicle Identification Number Report
When the Page appears, just click on "Equipment" and a second Page will show. In the Right Column, about a third of the way down, you will see your "Maximum Towing" weight listed. Keep in mind, that usually 10% of the Trailer Weight will be placed on the Tongue, and you must limit the Load in your Vehicle, to compensate for this, so you won't overload the Vehicle.
November 11th, 2011, 11:20 AM
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moon,
I agree, that seems a little low to me as well. I have a 03 which will do 8100. But, it largely depends on what Engine, Rear End Ratio you have, and the weight of the Vehicle.
I did a quick search on your model, and the best number I found was 6500-7000.
Wish I had better news.
Refs:
1999 GMC Suburban 1500 Specifications and Standard Equipment at carmax.com
1999 Suburban
I agree, that seems a little low to me as well. I have a 03 which will do 8100. But, it largely depends on what Engine, Rear End Ratio you have, and the weight of the Vehicle.
I did a quick search on your model, and the best number I found was 6500-7000.
Wish I had better news.
Refs:
1999 GMC Suburban 1500 Specifications and Standard Equipment at carmax.com
1999 Suburban
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moon,
I agree, that seems a little low to me as well. I have a 03 which will do 8100. But, it largely depends on what Engine, Rear End Ratio you have, and the weight of the Vehicle.
I did a quick search on your model, and the best number I found was 6500-7000.
Wish I had better news.
Refs:
1999 GMC Suburban 1500 Specifications and Standard Equipment at carmax.com
1999 Suburban
I agree, that seems a little low to me as well. I have a 03 which will do 8100. But, it largely depends on what Engine, Rear End Ratio you have, and the weight of the Vehicle.
I did a quick search on your model, and the best number I found was 6500-7000.
Wish I had better news.
Refs:
1999 GMC Suburban 1500 Specifications and Standard Equipment at carmax.com
1999 Suburban
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