3/4 ton payload vs. towing capacity

I realize you have already made a decision on your tow vehicle, but I'd like to throw something into the water. I have done extensive research on fords platform when I purchased my 2013 f250 6.7 powerstroke. A ford srw 250/350 can be set up 100% identicle but have a lower gvwr and a lower payload. My truck is 100% the same as a 350 srw but with a lower payload. It is only for registration purposes of the lower rating. Now if I were to get into a accident and I was exceeding any weight limits in the truck I could be in big trouble (I am not exceeding any weight limits personally). My point is if someone is truly worried about having enough truck a drw would be the best option as most 250/350 srw trucks will have the same components giving them the same abilities. The higher numbers on a 350 srw is just a sticker for insurance, registration, and liability. In most cases. However a light duty 250 can still be had.


As far as the 6.7 powerstroke. It is a great engine and seems to do well. Regeneration will indeed occur more often with high idle time or city driving. You need to drive the truck during the Regen cycle or it could lead to problems if you shut it off and disrupt too many Regeneration cycles. You will lose some power during Regeneration and your fuel milage will go down. However it shouldn't be too large of a concern. Also the 6.7 hates water in the fuel. Make sure to drain the water fuel separator on the fuel filter at least once a month.