1400lb in the back of my 1500

nrhmarine7 · May 21, 2012

So I did not think 800sqft of laminate flooring would weigh so much and I know I technically went over the max amount of pounds but I only went 10 miles and my truck was fine. I never do stuff like that but what if I did and wanted to keep my 1500 what do they sell to up your payload capacity?

SmokedRam · May 21, 2012

I may be wrong, but nothing is really going to up your payload capacity...it is what it is...you can get bolt ons that will make the ride and truck more stable at max payload capacity, but thats about it..

BlackedOutHemi · May 21, 2012

I'm not sure either, but just be safe if you're over the limit, get in a wreck and they check that, you'll be in a load of crap when they see you're over the limit.

Stangshcky12 · May 21, 2012

Your limit is what it is there is no changing it
You can get air bags or timbrens to help handle that weight better though

2K10HemiRam · May 21, 2012

Like they all said, nothing can increase it. Payload capacity is determined from strength of all the parts and what not. So it'd be kind of hard to increase the strength of your bed, frame, ect...

truckin88 · May 22, 2012

buy a trailer

quietpeen · May 22, 2012

what they said, it is what it is. Every component is part of the equation from wheels, tires, frame, to suspension, axles, etc.

Having said that i probably had close to or even a little over 2000 lbs in the back of my truck two weekends ago. I was getting allan blocks for a retaining wall and damn dem ******* are heavy

pd298 · May 22, 2012

Capacity is capacity, but if you really were going to haul that much in the bed I would get a set of helper bags.

2K10HemiRam · May 22, 2012

truckin88 said:
buy a trailer

^x2

Joshwaa · May 22, 2012

You can replace your axle&springs and upgrade your brakes if you would like to increase you payload capacity.

+1 for get a trailer.

nrhmarine7 · May 22, 2012

Joshwaa said:
You can replace your axle&springs and upgrade your brakes if you would like to increase you payload capacity.

+1 for get a trailer.

Seems like alot of fun but the trailer does seem the way to go. I might get some air bags to help when I do load down the back of my truck. I have a tool box, welder, and cutting torches. I am pretty sure its not over 1000 pounds though

Red 2012 Crew · May 22, 2012

Like everyone else said you can't increase your capacity but if you don't do it that often, just add a set of helper springs and you'll be fine. I've got air lift helper springs on mine and they do alot for me with my toy hauler that has 1100lbs of tongue weight.

Bigdaddy · May 22, 2012

Or get a 2500.

infernoredram · May 22, 2012

Bigdaddy said:
Or get a 2500.

That's an expensive solution lol

Stangshcky12 · May 22, 2012

Joshwaa said:
You can replace your axle&springs and upgrade your brakes if you would like to increase you payload capacity.

No you can't.
Your payload is set from the factory, it can't be changed.

There really is nothing illegal about hauling over your payload as long as your not over your registration weight
What will get you is if you have an accident while over GVWR
Your insurance can instantly drop the claim and your are SOL

Get a trailer or get a 2500 of you plan to haul more then your payload will allow often

Joshwaa · May 23, 2012

Stangshcky12 said:
No you can't.
Your payload is set from the factory, it can't be changed.

There really is nothing illegal about hauling over your payload as long as your not over your registration weight
What will get you is if you have an accident while over GVWR
Your insurance can instantly drop the claim and your are SOL

Get a trailer or get a 2500 of you plan to haul more then your payload will allow often

I beg to differ. You can change the GVW of a truck I have done it and registered it that way. Please do not correct if you are unsure. Yes it is expensive but it can be done. "Everything is possible if you don't let your wallet hold you back" -Me

quietpeen · May 23, 2012

Joshwaa said:
I beg to differ. You can change the GVW of a truck I have done it and registered it that way. Please do not correct if you are unsure. Yes it is expensive but it can be done. "Everything is possible if you don't let your wallet hold you back" -Me

Money is the big thing. At what point is it not worth it anymore. Lol. My damn wallet is killing my mod buzz

nrhmarine7 · May 23, 2012

So really how much would new axels and springs cost or should I just get some air bags. After the air bag set up what would be considered to much to drive around with.

garner · May 24, 2012

Ehh you were only over by about 122 pounds. Not that bad

TLC John · Jun 3, 2012

Check out Total Load Control Air Suspension

Total Load Contol is the new air suspension for 4th Gen RAM 1500 that levels every load and improves steering and handling. We just joined RF so you might not have heard about us yet.

Joshwaa, be very interested to learn how to up GVW. Didn't know that could be done. We thought manufacturer's rating can't be changed.

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