Short bed Vs Long Bed Truck pulling performance

I had a short bed Chev 3/4 ton which was ok but the trans went out in a little over 20K miles then I bought a F250 long bed Ford which handles great but takes a city block to turn around. I still prefer long bed over short. As far as the ride I believe the long bed rides better

While most will say the longer WB rides better, I don't think you'd really notice a big difference. A shorter WB works better for maneuvering, especially with a FW. IMO, get the bed length you like, in the cab style you like. I think you'll like the ride of a new truck vrs the one you have.

Jerry

I think ride is an immaterial consideration. To me it boils down to easier maneuverability and parking versus greater cargo space. Contrary to what many seem to think, both short beds and long beds have pros and cons - claiming one is the superior choice for all scenarios is idiotic. But that doesn't stop some folks. :R

I have had both and currently have a Ford F350 crew cab long box. I prefer the long box for the ride and in many cases a long box has a larger fuel tank which I also like. With that being said, my short box trucks all did great to!

Get the standard long bed. No slider or folding hitch required.

Yes a long bed will ride better and be more stable.

I like a long bed for space and not having a slider, I have a shortbed and it rides no differant them my boys longbed. seems like the longbed has more axle rap and has an extra support bearing for the drive shaft. Dodges for us.

Long bed all the way.
F-150s now mostly come in short bed and really short beds.
I will be sleeping tonight in the back of my truck tonight at the Vaquero Festival. I do it all the time. How can you sleep in a 5 1/2 foot bed?

My last truck had a short bed and this one has a long bed.

Pros:

When backing 5th wheel into really tight spaces I don't have to worry about contacting the cab of the truck. Like when I back it in my driveway here at home.

I can put more stuff in bed of long bed such as a adult tricycle in front of the hitch.

On rough roads I think the long bed rides aa little better. How much is everyones opinion. Most might not even notice the differance.

Cons:

As an everyday driver parking is a little tougher especially backing out of tight spaces. That extra 2 feet can make it a little difficult. Don't really take it to the local Wal-Mart for that reason.

Will it fit in my garage. NO Older home

Will it fit in my daughters garage NO New home

Costs more for spray in liner or bed liner

In my old truck I did not have a slider and never hit the cab. I did have someone watching just in case. I would pick the length that works for you and go with it. Weather you get a slider hitch is up to you.

Dave

I've had a F250 SB new in 2001 no sliding hitch, mounted hitch 3" behind axle, never a problem while turning around.

Long bed has a larger fuel tank, usually.