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jrrichar
Explorer
Feb 03, 2017

Weight Distributing Hitch has anyone not used one

I USE a WDH for my trailer when it is towed with my 1/2 ton (payload 1803, GAWR reduces it to 1440). HOWEVER, it looks like I will be ordering a 2017 F350 Diesel Lariat 4x4 (3094 payload) for reas...
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lenr
Explorer III
Feb 03, 2017
I used WD towing our 6,000 lb. bumper pull with our 2012 F-350 Diesel just to put factory designed load back on the steering axle for better handling and less tendency to sway. No you you won't need WD for rear droop. The 2017 is rated for a very high bumper pull load, something like 17,000 from memory.

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