Hi all,After being on here for a few years, we finally pulled the trigger on a 2018 F150 SCREW. End of year rebates were too juicy to pass up. Won't be able to get a super duty until DH retires. It's magnetic gray and OH so pretty! DH is really happy. Here's the specs:3.5 v6 EcoboostMax tow pkg3.55 rear axle1786 payload145" wheelbase4x418" wheels7000# GVWR packageI waited very patiently to get the most payload I could (thanks to you all!) and this is as close as it gets without a payload package. My kids are grown and almost grown but I do have a developmentally disabled son who will be here for the long haul. So basically 3 adults, we are all tall so about 600 pounds including the dog (f150 is a dream for tall people, so roomy!). Other kids drive and likely won't be with us in the TV but can follow in another car. We usually camp within 2 hours of home, but that can sometimes include some mountainous driving.The TT I'm looking at is:https://www.jayco.com/tools/archive/2018-jay-feather/23bhm/It says Unloaded Vehicle Weight (lbs) 4980Dry Hitch Weight (lbs) 570Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs) 6250Cargo Carrying Capacity (lbs) 1270Exterior Width 96"Interior Height 78"Wheel Base 202"How do these numbers look? What issues should I look out for with my configuration? We will be getting a spray in bedliner which will add some weight (how much?). Is the extended gas tank weight included in the payload? It's weighed with a full tank of gas, correct? Do we need bigger wheels?Thanks, I'm looking forward to finally getting to shop for a trailer. I know this one seems small, but we enjoy the outdoors and won't be in it much. Need the bathroom, and a bed for me, vault toilets are just THE WORST. lolThanks for reading! :)

Hi Fourkidletts,Your F150 is practically the same as mine (with the exception of I have the larger bed) right down to the color. I tow a 6000# tt with a 4 adults in the cab with absolutely no issues at all. It is rock steady on the road and had gobs of power to spare. When not towing the 36 gal tank yields almost 600 miles to a tank.Yes, a full tank of gas is considered intopayload. I’m not sure how much the spray in adds, but it is worth it. I’d stick with the wheels that come with the truck.Enjoy your new ride and tt!

Congrats. Isn't it ironic calling your new F-150 a SCREW? :B

The trailer should be fine for that truck. I'm not sure how comfortable those bunks might be for your adult son size wise, so you might have him check that out or look at floorplans that might have a better second bed option. Whenever possible I think it's really nice to have beds that are just beds so you don't have to mess with a dinette or sofa bed every night and morning.

The F150 truck with the 3.5EB 3.55 sure won't have any issues pulling that size trailer. Just be aware of that 1786 lb is gvwr based payload and where you plan on carrying it..... You have the truck so load it up like your towing and drop by a CAT scale or any scale and weigh your trucks front and rear axle. Pay attention to the rear axle weights as it carries all the hitch weight. You sure don't want to exceed its 3800 rawr. Rawr is the lessor of a P tire/wheel or rear spring pack capacities.

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Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Dec 28, 2018
Do your self a favor and sell the tires that came on it and replace with a set of "E" rated tires.
Tachdriver
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
I had a 2011 with a payload about 1700lbs. I towed a TT short under 7,000 lbs and had it weighed, added 950 to tongue weight. Tho I was solo you should be just fine....

Agree with Cummins above, insure you have good tires on truck.
Cummins12V98
Explorer III
Dec 28, 2018
It's the side flex that can and WILL get ya with the weak sidewall on the OE tires.
bikendan
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
I have a 2014 3.5 Ecoboost F150 SCREW XTR 4x4 with the Max Tow package and 3.73 rear end. Payload capacity is 1828lbs.

I had the same issues trying to find the color I wanted(which wasn't common- Sunset Metallic)with the specs i wanted.
Finally found this one which I absolutely love.
I tow a 26 and 1/2ft TT that weighs a little over 6000lbs loaded and the F150 handles it through our Western mountain ranges with ease.
goducks10
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
Truck and TT will be a great combo. I wouldn't worry about the tires until you go out and tow with them. Maxing out the psi on the tires will help. Get a good WDH and go have fun.
All_I_could_aff
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
I’m a little confused about the 202 inch wheelbase, was that maybe the trailer length?
tragusa3
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
We made several cross country trips with almost the same combination. Our trailer was 5300 dry (6500 on scale and packed). You will have to be a little concerned about the CCC on that trailer (not much...just be aware), and you will possibly get close on rear axle of the truck (I did).

The engine will pull it like nobodies business. The braking on long downhills in the Rockies will require skilled driving.

We added E rated tires and it was a noticeable improvement.

With a few minor things to be aware of, you will have a beautifully matched setup and tow about as easy as anything on the road.
KM_Rolling
Explorer
Dec 28, 2018
With good packing, a good WDH, and some E rated tires I would not hesitate to pull that coast to coast.

Congrats on your new truck!
JIMNLIN
Explorer III
Dec 29, 2018
Pump those P tires to the max sidewall and make a trip and decide for yourself if you need LT E. I've tried LT E on different 1/2 ton trucks pulling all types and sizes of trailers. Always went back to a P tire

Most P tire go to 44 psi and some can go to 51 psi. Ignore the tire placard psi rating when carrying a load or pulling a good size trailer.
All_I_could_aff
Explorer
Dec 29, 2018
X2 On JIMNLIN... pumping my wife’s 2006 explorer rear tires up from door sticker 35 to sidewall max 44 made a world of difference towing our small hybrid trailer on the highway, even though we were not exceeding the tires weight rating for 35 psi