F350 Service Body question
Hey guys, im brand new here. I have been lurking a little. My tow vehicle is a 2016 F350 FX4 with a 2.5" level kit on it. Im running a "low pro" full size service body built by Scelzi MFG out of Fresno Ca. The bed is their lowest profile before going to a step down 5th wheel bed. Its 33" tall.
I am currently towing a 320TG laredo bumper pull trailer, ive been very pleased with the combo.
I am considering the notion of towing a fifth wheel with this pickup. Done considerable research on this topic, and understand the bed height is a big concern as well as the inside width of the box.
My measurements:
Bed floor to top of bed : 21"
Ground to top of bed: 58.5"
Bed width inside: 49"
The truck has a gooseneck in it, and i tow one regularly with absolutely no problem with clearance. Its on a reverse king pin.
What im thinking here:
Laredo 325RL Fifth Wheel
Reese Sidewinder Airborne (for inside bed clearance issues)
Curt X5 adapter with a Pro Series 20K Slider mounted to the rails (mainly for rear bumper clearance in turns)
I currently have the BW turnover in the truck, but im under the impression you cant couple a companion with a sidewinder.
I think this will work, with a minimum possible ammount of lift added to the trailer. Like one inch maybe none. My personal biggest concern is hitting the pinbox to the inside of the bed, and hitting the corner of my bumper in turns, hence the sidewinder and slider idea. I will try to include pictures for your review. You will see the bed is really not much higher than stock.
Thanks Alot Guys
Mike
I am currently towing a 320TG laredo bumper pull trailer, ive been very pleased with the combo.
I am considering the notion of towing a fifth wheel with this pickup. Done considerable research on this topic, and understand the bed height is a big concern as well as the inside width of the box.
My measurements:
Bed floor to top of bed : 21"
Ground to top of bed: 58.5"
Bed width inside: 49"
The truck has a gooseneck in it, and i tow one regularly with absolutely no problem with clearance. Its on a reverse king pin.
What im thinking here:
Laredo 325RL Fifth Wheel
Reese Sidewinder Airborne (for inside bed clearance issues)
Curt X5 adapter with a Pro Series 20K Slider mounted to the rails (mainly for rear bumper clearance in turns)
I currently have the BW turnover in the truck, but im under the impression you cant couple a companion with a sidewinder.
I think this will work, with a minimum possible ammount of lift added to the trailer. Like one inch maybe none. My personal biggest concern is hitting the pinbox to the inside of the bed, and hitting the corner of my bumper in turns, hence the sidewinder and slider idea. I will try to include pictures for your review. You will see the bed is really not much higher than stock.
Thanks Alot Guys
Mike
