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chevymalibumn · 04-01-2007, 12:35 PM

Just a quick simple question. I was wondering what happens when you over-load one of our trucks? I have a SWB 1/2 ton and I was going to get 90 patio pavers that weigh 36 pounds each. Thats 3240 pounds! What could that do to damage my truck? Thank you guys.

*rage'nrat638* · 04-01-2007, 12:52 PM

just drive slow and make sure you air up the tires first

keep a eye on the springs so you don't bust them

might want to make a couple trips

chevymalibumn · 04-01-2007, 12:55 PM

Well they come on a pallet so they would just load it with a fork lift.

bigblock73 · 04-01-2007, 01:01 PM

You could bend an axle(s) and cause related damage, depending on how overloaded the truck gets. If you go this route (back of the truck), drive very carefully and give yourself plenty of room for stopping or panic braking should something happen in front of you.

I suggest trailering them home if your truck has a receiver hitch and you have access to a trailer.

**WorkinLonghorn** · 04-01-2007, 02:44 PM

I used to have a 1/2 ton for work. If you have them load the pallet as far forward as possible then the front springs will share the load and you may be OK.I used to do it. Go slow,watch for pot holes,don't follow too close.\
>> And definately what Raginrat said about tires.They need to be at their max allowable pressure.

**old Rusty C10** · 04-01-2007, 05:26 PM

ive done it and the truck can handle it just go easy avoid potholes and hopefully its not that far

chevymalibumn · 04-01-2007, 07:30 PM

Thanks guys. I got them to break the pallet down into two loads. Even with half the amount in there is really brought the rear down. I appreciate the quick replys.

04-01-2007, 12:35 PM	#1
chevymalibumn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 13	I need Help with a quick question. Just a quick simple question. I was wondering what happens when you over-load one of our trucks? I have a SWB 1/2 ton and I was going to get 90 patio pavers that weigh 36 pounds each. Thats 3240 pounds! What could that do to damage my truck? Thank you guys.

04-01-2007, 12:52 PM	#2
rage'nrat638 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: THE FALL GUY CHICAGO IL Posts: 5,883	Re: I need Help with a quick question. just drive slow and make sure you air up the tires first keep a eye on the springs so you don't bust them might want to make a couple trips Last edited by rage'nrat638; 04-01-2007 at 12:53 PM.

04-01-2007, 12:55 PM	#3
chevymalibumn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 13	Re: I need Help with a quick question. Well they come on a pallet so they would just load it with a fork lift.

04-01-2007, 01:01 PM	#4
bigblock73 yeller Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 13,826	Re: I need Help with a quick question. You could bend an axle(s) and cause related damage, depending on how overloaded the truck gets. If you go this route (back of the truck), drive very carefully and give yourself plenty of room for stopping or panic braking should something happen in front of you. I suggest trailering them home if your truck has a receiver hitch and you have access to a trailer. __________________ Jeff 73-87.com 73-87.com Facebook page 73-87 cab corner 6x9 speaker brackets for sale 67-72 cab corner speaker brackets for sale 47-54 cab corner speaker brackets for sale

04-01-2007, 02:44 PM	#5
WorkinLonghorn Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Studio City, Calif. Posts: 2,861	Re: I need Help with a quick question. I used to have a 1/2 ton for work. If you have them load the pallet as far forward as possible then the front springs will share the load and you may be OK.I used to do it. Go slow,watch for pot holes,don't follow too close.\ >> And definately what Raginrat said about tires.They need to be at their max allowable pressure. __________________ '69 GMC C2500 Custom Camper, 8 1/2' bed, New GM 350, NP 435 Close Ratio 4spd. Trans., 3.73 Dana-60 open.Camper and Trailer wiring, PS, PB, AC, tach , three gas tanks, 2nd owner, Work-Truck supreme. Best $300 I ever spent. Last edited by WorkinLonghorn; 04-01-2007 at 02:51 PM. Reason: add tire statement

04-01-2007, 05:26 PM	#6
old Rusty C10 Robert Olson Transport Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: recent transplant to NC USA Posts: 20,281	Re: I need Help with a quick question. ive done it and the truck can handle it just go easy avoid potholes and hopefully its not that far __________________ Bob 1951 International running on a squarebody chassis "If a man's worth is judged by the people he associates himself with, then i am the richest man in the world knowing some of the fine people of this board" http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/a...t.php?f=25&a=9 (you can review the site rules here!) PM Me for your vehicle/parts hauling needs in the North East US or see my Facebook page Robert Olson Transport Live each day to the fullest.. you never know when fate is going to pull the rug out from under you... I hate cancer!!

04-01-2007, 07:30 PM	#7
chevymalibumn Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 13	Re: I need Help with a quick question. Thanks guys. I got them to break the pallet down into two loads. Even with half the amount in there is really brought the rear down. I appreciate the quick replys.



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