Fift Wheel Towing Question
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Fift Wheel Towing Question
I have a 30 Foot Fifth Wheel (Ultra Lite) that i would like to pull with a new F150 with the 3.5 EcoBoost engine.
Trailer weight is 7200# dry 8700# wet
Pin weight 1580 including the hitch.
I tow 4 or 5 times a year 1 of which is over 5K miles the rest are 1-2K
This will be my daily drive.
I would like to stay with a 150 instead of a 2/350 because of the non towing mileage.
What are your thoughts on this?
Trailer weight is 7200# dry 8700# wet
Pin weight 1580 including the hitch.
I tow 4 or 5 times a year 1 of which is over 5K miles the rest are 1-2K
This will be my daily drive.
I would like to stay with a 150 instead of a 2/350 because of the non towing mileage.
What are your thoughts on this?
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I currently have an 06 F150 that I am going to replace early next year. That's why I'm looking at the Ecoboost.
1580 Pin weight
200 Hitch weight
300 Me & Wife
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2080 # That's without the toolbox and anything else in the back seat.
It looks like I would be pushing it on the F150.
I'll probably have to go with a 250 6.2 to comfortable tow the Fifth Wheel.
1580 Pin weight
200 Hitch weight
300 Me & Wife
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2080 # That's without the toolbox and anything else in the back seat.
It looks like I would be pushing it on the F150.
I'll probably have to go with a 250 6.2 to comfortable tow the Fifth Wheel.
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The F150 with the HD payload option (max payload) may be just your ticket. It has been available on regular cabs and super cabs for 10+ years, and now for 2012 Ford has added it to the super crew. You get a stronger frame, wheels, and rear axle, and a GVWR of 8200...yielding a payload of 2K-3K, depending on the vehicle weight. A super cab 4x4 would be in the middle.
Check out this thread for ideas along the same lines.
Check out this thread for ideas along the same lines.
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Here's the description of the payload package, from the 2011 Ford order guide:
Usage: Increases GVWR to 8200 lbs. for improved payload and towing
Availability:
• XL and XLT: Regular Cab 145" WB (8.0' box) and SuperCab 163" WB
(8.0' box)
Not Available with:
• Off-Road Package (55A0
Requires:
• 5.0L V8 Engine (99F) or 3.5L V6 EcoBoostTM Engine (99T)
• Trailer Tow Package (535) or
• Max Trailer Tow Package (Max TT Pkg. required when ordered with
3.5L EcoBoostTM Engine)
⎯ XL: Max Trailer Tow Package (60M)
⎯ XLT: Max Trailer Tow Package (60P)
Includes:
• XL: High capacity 17" 7-lug steel wheels (64K)
• XLT/Lariat: High capacity 17" 7-lug aluminum wheels (64W)
• Heavy-Duty shock absorbers
• Upgraded springs, radiator and auxiliary transmission oil cooler
• 9.75" gear set
• 3.73 limited-slip axle
• LT245/75R17E BSW All-Terrain Tire
If you're shopping for an F-150 head over here and download the order guide for 2012 to get all the details on the options.
Usage: Increases GVWR to 8200 lbs. for improved payload and towing
Availability:
• XL and XLT: Regular Cab 145" WB (8.0' box) and SuperCab 163" WB
(8.0' box)
Not Available with:
• Off-Road Package (55A0
Requires:
• 5.0L V8 Engine (99F) or 3.5L V6 EcoBoostTM Engine (99T)
• Trailer Tow Package (535) or
• Max Trailer Tow Package (Max TT Pkg. required when ordered with
3.5L EcoBoostTM Engine)
⎯ XL: Max Trailer Tow Package (60M)
⎯ XLT: Max Trailer Tow Package (60P)
Includes:
• XL: High capacity 17" 7-lug steel wheels (64K)
• XLT/Lariat: High capacity 17" 7-lug aluminum wheels (64W)
• Heavy-Duty shock absorbers
• Upgraded springs, radiator and auxiliary transmission oil cooler
• 9.75" gear set
• 3.73 limited-slip axle
• LT245/75R17E BSW All-Terrain Tire
If you're shopping for an F-150 head over here and download the order guide for 2012 to get all the details on the options.
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The F150 with the HD payload option (max payload) may be just your ticket. It has been available on regular cabs and super cabs for 10+ years, and now for 2012 Ford has added it to the super crew. You get a stronger frame, wheels, and rear axle, and a GVWR of 8200...yielding a payload of 2K-3K, depending on the vehicle weight. A super cab 4x4 would be in the middle.
Check out this thread for ideas along the same lines.
Check out this thread for ideas along the same lines.
I think the F-150 HD is a consideration but I think the F-250 is the correct answer.
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This is just a thought. I read FTE quite regularly and also sit in judgement somewhat frequently with the dealers I service as to whether someone will be allowed to buy the big trailer they want to pull with a lighter duty truck (yes, we really do refuse to sell a towable, if we think the towable would overwhelm the tow vehicle). So far, I don't recall ever reading or hearing anyone say they wish they would have bought a lighter duty truck as a tow vehicle. I certainly do not think everyone needs a 350 and I love my 150 HD, but when in doubt, I would suggest bumping up a size. I think you will find it makes for a better towing experience.
Just my two cents worth,
Steve
Just my two cents worth,
Steve