f150 versus f250
What is the advantage/disadvantage of a f250 over a f150 if the drivetrain are the same and the tow capacity on both 15,000lbs? Would be used to pull a 27 foot travel trailer not a 5th wheel. Thank...
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eichacsj wrote:Adam R wrote:eichacsj wrote:
half tons the axles are pressed in, 3/4 tons they are bolted.
Are you talking axle tubes or trying to make reference to the semi-float vs. full float axle shafts on the SD's?
The axle tubes are pressed in and plug welded for both trucks last time I checked.
The bearings on a half ton are pressed on with a clip that holds it on in the diff and when over loaded they can peel right out. On 3/4 and above the axles are bolted in. Note the 8 or so bolts on the hub. Hope I am explaining it correctly. It only really matters if you over load the truck like most do.
Very close!
Almost all 1/2 ton/150/1500's/1/2 ton use semi floating rear axles the drive axle serves two duties, spin the wheels, AND supports the weight on the rear of the TV. The single support bearing on each side is either pressed on or slipped on and held in place with a pressed on ring. The axle shaft is either secured by "C" clips in the differential or a retaining plate at the bearing.
Almost all 250/350/2500/3500 use Full Floating rear axles.
This design uses two support bearings per side and the bearings are supported by the spindle that is part of the axle housing. The bearings and hub are held in place by large nuts locked with a locking device. The axle shaft is attached to the hub with six to eight bolts, the only job of the axle shaft is to spin the wheel.
