An object in motion tends to stay in motion. The problems arise in starting and stopping that motion. If the weight of yourself, passengers, hitch, tools, fuel, etc AND pin weight exceed the trucks GVWR, you will be inducing excess wear and tear on the suspension, brakes, engine and transmission and potentially creating some safety issues.
This subject has been broached many times here. Everyone has an opinion. My place is not to judge those opinions. I loved my previous truck. A limited edition, fully loaded, special paint, etc. I wanted it to work but rationally I knew I had to go bigger. DO THE MATH and leave your emotions out of the equation.
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ATC/NAC Jerry A. Burkholder, USN (RET.)
Rule #1. The Chief is always right.
Rule #2. When in doubt, refer to rule #1.
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