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Correct on the weight issue. Rent a commercial Ryder-type (sorry not a shameless plug) truck (see pic, similar to what I used) with the following...GVWR 26000lbs+, standard transmission and air brakes. That gives you the weight and keeps from getting standard shift and air brake restriction...
Ask and one shall receive. Installed on my 5-T. Yes, it works. Made the bracket myself from aluminum rectangular bar stock and the light came from Erik's. I tapped into the taillamp circuit.
Whether the truck legally needs a license plate light may very well be open to interpretation...
I said to the particular LEO, if you see a desert sand 5-T drive by you don't even think of grabbing for that light bar switch. He has seen me driving around several times and just waves to me.
Culver City PD Commercial Enforcement is absolutely ruthless. I consulted with them and their parking enforcement SGT. prior to purchasing my truck. I heard tale of your friend getting his Deuce taken away directly from the individual who ordered the impounding. I am a LEO from a large SoCal...