logboy33
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- Onyx, CA (in the Mtns)
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- 1983 Ranger die
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- Manual
For the life of me, I cannot figure out why there is such a big difference. Example: my 2000 Ranger 4.0 FWD, 4.10:1 rear end, manual tranny has a GVWR of 7000 lbs, but (according to my owners manual) if I would have gotten an automatic, with all other spec the same, the GVWR is 9500 lbs. Can anyone shed some light on the disparity of the numbers? I'm just a dumb electrician and it has me baffled.
Thanks in advance! -Roger
To clarify, I know how GVWR is determined, I'm just confused why the rating would be so much greater simply because the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission. In this case, towing limit with a stick shift is 3160 lbs, towing with an automatic is 7000 lbs. Why, oh why?
Update: My thanks to all who contributed answers. I think the clutch may well be the limiting factor, especially if it is abused. I just bought a new trailer which exceeds the mfr's towing weight limit, but I'm not going to worry about it. I know how to treat a clutch, and I do not anticipate any problems. If there are any probs, I'll take the hit. Thanks again - you all rock!
Thanks in advance! -Roger
To clarify, I know how GVWR is determined, I'm just confused why the rating would be so much greater simply because the vehicle is equipped with an automatic transmission. In this case, towing limit with a stick shift is 3160 lbs, towing with an automatic is 7000 lbs. Why, oh why?
Update: My thanks to all who contributed answers. I think the clutch may well be the limiting factor, especially if it is abused. I just bought a new trailer which exceeds the mfr's towing weight limit, but I'm not going to worry about it. I know how to treat a clutch, and I do not anticipate any problems. If there are any probs, I'll take the hit. Thanks again - you all rock!
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