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dsulliva
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Mar 16, 2013

Fifth Wheel Towing Set Up Changes (New Truck Much Higher)

Hi I just bought a new 2012 F-350. The bed looks about 6-8 inches higher than my existing F-250. My F-250 pulls my 5'er level. What do I need to do to pull my fith wheel level with my new truck ...
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hedge
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Mar 17, 2013
that $2500 sure seems high, was that from an RV dealer?

Have you talked to Standens? they do this kind of stuff all the time, I may need to do something about mine too. mine was a bit high with the '09 truck and now my '12 is a bit higher again.

I wonder if it would be ok to use springs with more arch? maybe not with the side loads experienced on a trailer.

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