The further forward the weight, such that the front axle handles a share of
it, the better. Try to get it forward-of or at least even-with the rear
axle centerline.
Bryan

"findingking" > wrote in message
...
> I have carried 1,500lb in a 94 Dakota V6 with no problem. It sags a
> little but just take it easy over the bumps. No braking problem and
> no acceleration problem either but then again my V6 puts out 282 HP.
>
> On 23 May 2004 14:13:11 -0700, (Steve) wrote:
>
> >Would it hurt to carry 1700lbs (of solid metal, literally) in the back
> >of a V-6, 200 horsepower 1/2 ton pickup? I know that 1700lbs is more
> >than 1/2 a ton, but I'm not sure if that's an accurate way to measure
> >a truck's carrying capabilities. I know that I can tow more than
> >1700lbs...but is it safe to carry that much weight in the back of the
> >truck?
> >
> >Any feedback would be appreciated.
> >
> >Thanks!
> >Steve
>