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Originally Posted by Diamondpilot
I would also get the 10K trailer. Just be aware that with a 10K trailer and a 9K tow vehicle you could get ticketed. It will probably never happen but in most states you can not pull a trailer that has the capability, no matter what the load is, of being greater than your tow vehicles capability.
That being said I would still get the 10K trailer and next go around get a bigger tow vehicle. You will be glad you got the larger trailer. Like others said you will only get heavier loads in the future like a larger tractor.
Chris
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My question is: how will a law enforcement officer know what your vehicle is rated to tow? The federal label on the door won't tell you; at least not if it is a SUV like the Explorer I drive or the Expedition used in this case. The owner's manual, which a person is not required to carry in their vehicle will tell you different ratings depending on what axle ratio, etc. the vehicle is equipped with. I'm not arguing, but I'd just like to know how a law enforcement officer is going to know what my vehicle is rated to tow?