Choosing proper tow vehicle...Video

Powerdude wrote:
An extra 2500 lbs for a F250, over and above the weight ratings, is too much, in my opinion.

I'm sure the truck could have done it, with some new tires/wheels etc.

But that's more than a ton over the ratings.

The guy made the right decision. I could see a few hundred, maybe up to 1000 lbs over occasionally, but not an extra 2500 lbs all the time.

According to the ford body builder guide for 2005 the f350 of that year had an 11400 GVW 7000 lb rear axle weight. Remember the 250 shares all components with the 350 except for the rear spring pack. So I would have changed tires and ran what he had with the air bags. Also adding water lightens the pin as the tanks are behind the axle. Also I think he is being very generous in thinking most of the weight stored in the trailer in front of the axles is on the pin. 60% at most. I would have run it. It's a manufactures recommendation. Not law. And you will be sued wether you were overloaded or not, and insurance will cover it.