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gschindel
Explorer
Jan 22, 2015

F-150 to tow a light 5th - do I need HD cargo option?

Hi Thanks much for all the advice in helping me to decide which truck to look for. An F150 Crew Cab 4x4 with the ecoboost looks like the best choice for us. I had a look at the dealer and at least ...
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goducks10
Explorer
Jan 23, 2015
Grit dog wrote:
mbopp wrote:
Hmmmmm.....
Seems I read somewhere the HD / max payload F150 had a different, heavier frame than the standard and Max Tow F150's.

Nope


Are we talking 2011-2014?

According to Fords fleet guide the HD frame is thicker.
Bottom of page 86.
https://www.fleet.ford.com/truckBBAS/topics/2012/12_F150_SB.pdf

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