mcguirehg wrote:
I guess I'm still confused. All the dealers say I'll be fine and the towing manual say Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight (Lbs.) – Automatic Transmission is 12,800 pounds for a f250/350 with 4x4. ?https://www.fleet.ford.com/resources/ford/general/pdf/towingguides/2002_All.pdf
Because Max Loaded Trailer Weight is only part of the equation. The weight exerted on the rear wheels and suspension is an area often ignored by the dealer for whatever reason you believe (not informed or intentional). Take the advice above and weigh the truck then check the weight of the rear axle against the door sticker. In the end, only you can decide if it is worth pulling the trailer. That is the advice I got here when I fell into the trap that I thought my two year old D-Max 2500 would be good to go. After weighing it, I found I was technically overloaded pulling the empty trailer off the lot. I opted to trade the truck on a 3500 DRW.
