Second Opinion, and a few questions
Hi! I posted a similar question on another forum (popupportal.com), and it was suggested that I pose the questions on here as well. I'm relatively new to trailer camping (I've rented a travel traile...
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Without getting too much into the details.1364 is not a lot of payload.You can add in 56 pounds is you like which will bring you to 1420 which is still marginal.
You really need to stop at this point and consider upgrading to a more capable tow vehicle. 1420 is just not adequate for a TT and 4 people.
Figure 1000# for TW and that leaves you 420 pounds for passengers and gear.
I don't believe the sky will fall is you exceed the payload rating by a few pounds. But I don't believe you can ignore the rating either.
A combo that is within all of its ratings will always tow better that a combo that is within some of its ratings.
You need to have ample capacity to just load up your TT and go. You do not want to be in a situation where you have to weigh every plastic utensil or fret if your wife brings a case of sodas along.
It all starts with having an adequate tow vehicle vs. a marginal tow vehicle.
You also have to decide if you believe the ratings or you don't if you trust the rating you will abide by them. If you think the ratings are false you can fudge your numbers anyway you like.
In the end no matter how you slice it 1420 is a very limiting figure. It will ultimately limit your selection of trailers.
THere are more capable f-150 Eco boost models available that have max tow and max payload options. Those better equipped models are generally not found on dealers lots but often have to be factory ordered.
Good Luck, I think you have a thorough understanding but I don't think you have enough truck. Before you lock yourself into some sort of marginal combo consider upgrading the truck first.
With an upgraded truck you can get a long term combo.
With your current truck you are limited to a few choices that will not be long term as your kids grow. You will not be satisfied and will be on a continuous cycle of upgrades.
You really need to stop at this point and consider upgrading to a more capable tow vehicle. 1420 is just not adequate for a TT and 4 people.
Figure 1000# for TW and that leaves you 420 pounds for passengers and gear.
I don't believe the sky will fall is you exceed the payload rating by a few pounds. But I don't believe you can ignore the rating either.
A combo that is within all of its ratings will always tow better that a combo that is within some of its ratings.
You need to have ample capacity to just load up your TT and go. You do not want to be in a situation where you have to weigh every plastic utensil or fret if your wife brings a case of sodas along.
It all starts with having an adequate tow vehicle vs. a marginal tow vehicle.
You also have to decide if you believe the ratings or you don't if you trust the rating you will abide by them. If you think the ratings are false you can fudge your numbers anyway you like.
In the end no matter how you slice it 1420 is a very limiting figure. It will ultimately limit your selection of trailers.
THere are more capable f-150 Eco boost models available that have max tow and max payload options. Those better equipped models are generally not found on dealers lots but often have to be factory ordered.
Good Luck, I think you have a thorough understanding but I don't think you have enough truck. Before you lock yourself into some sort of marginal combo consider upgrading the truck first.
With an upgraded truck you can get a long term combo.
With your current truck you are limited to a few choices that will not be long term as your kids grow. You will not be satisfied and will be on a continuous cycle of upgrades.
