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diazr2
Explorer
Aug 21, 2019

FYI. Ford F150 V8


Just got back from a 500 mile trip on 101 here in Oregon. Took my F150 and my fifth wheel and wanted to share the results. Traveled 526 miles up and down the Oregon coast. Some times it rained some times it was clear and some times it was very windy Total CGVW 7850. Total trailer weight 7950lbs The truck is a 2018 Ford F150 V8 with tow package. Gas millage was 9.7 mpg. I was very pleased the way the truck handled the load. We have some pretty stiff climbs here in Oregon and I was quite pleased with the power range. Managed to maintain 55 mph (thats the speed limit here on 101 in Oregon)through all the climbs. Breaking seemed antiquate for the job. I would not hesitate to take this truck and combo cross country. JMO. I know we are always talking about TV on this forum and just thought you would be interested in the performance.

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  • Likes_to_tow's avatar
    Likes_to_tow
    Nomad
    Aug 28, 2019
    If I were getting an f150 I would go for the 5.0 over the Eco Boost. My son pulls a very large boat with an f150 5.0 and it does great.
  • bpounds's avatar
    bpounds
    Nomad
    Aug 27, 2019
    diazr2 wrote:
    ...Total CGVW 7850. Total trailer weight 7950lbs ...


    I assume that is some kind of typo, just not sure where.
  • irishtom29's avatar
    irishtom29
    Explorer
    Aug 25, 2019
    Many latest generation F-150s have over 1800 pounds payload as standard. And optionally up to over 3000 pounds.
  • alexleblanc's avatar
    alexleblanc
    Explorer
    Aug 25, 2019
    JRscooby wrote:
    Check the weight numbers...


    While close on his payload numbers i’m Sure he’s fine depending on what rear axle that truck has.
  • jerem0621's avatar
    jerem0621
    Explorer II
    Aug 23, 2019
    Nice set up! Glad it worked well for you.

    These new trucks are very capable.

    Thanks!

    Jeremiah
  • js218's avatar
    js218
    Explorer
    Aug 21, 2019
    ^^^^ Nice write up seems like you enjoyed yourself and that's really all that counts.

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