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The fact that you are here reading this post about legal and safe weights demonstrates, in itself, that you are aware, and concerned about the abilities of the operation of your vehicle.


Some important factors are:

Drive slow. Practice the operation & handling of your vehicle in a safe and open place. Conduct maneuvers such as braking, accelerating, cornering and swerving at a safe location so that you will know how your vehicle handles in these situations. Do not allow anyone unqualified or unfarmiliar with your vehicle to operate it. Including your wife (notwithsanding exceptions of course!).

Modifications to suspension, engine, braking, hitches, axles, and frames are good ways to increase your GVWR and GCWR. Check online with your states DOT and FMCSA.DOT.GOV for requirements to obtain a higher legal GVWR and GCWR for your vehicle. Keep documentation on hand.

IN CONCLUSION:

Many Super Duty truck owners regularly operate their trucks safely while exceeding legal weight limitations. Do not be discouraged if you are one of them. Figure out which action is best for you. Super Duty trucks are very capable equipment and have enabled Americans nationwide to mobilize in ways exceeding that which has ever been possible. (horse & buggy)

KEEP IN MIND:

Interstate travel regularly involves passage through weigh stations. Equipment weight ratings may be enforced.

The average automobile operator today is an idiot, and has little business on the road, and may not be licensed, insured, or even a US citizen. Therefore, be aware, and ready yourself to steer clear and far behind such indivuduals. They may cost you your life.

Bear in mind, that it is possible to receive fines in excess of $1.00 per pound overweight for either the vehicle's rating, or the driver's licensing. While this is possible, it rarely occurs, and internet searches about a particular area will usually provide sufficient knowledge about the current enforcement in that state or area. Having your vehicle and trailer registered for the weight operated at, using proper tie downs and safety mechanisms, as well as observing the speed limit will usually avery any penalties during a normal traffic stop. Remember not to exceed axle, wheel, tire, or hitch & component ratings.

Most states and the FMCSA require an endorsment for non CDL drivers towing trailers in excess of 10,000 pounds or more than one trailer in the combination.

Hope this helps

HAPPY TRAILS!