Frame Stiffing to reduce Porpoising?
Got a question for you seasoned drivers with older rigs. I have a 1999 F350 Dually Quad Cab Long Bed. I've been driving it for thousands of miles and for the most part, it's been fine. However, while ...
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I couldn't find the 1999 ratings but the 2004 ratings (truck camper rating) are at best 3800lb and could be less than 2000lb depending on the exact configuration. Since the ratings tend to get better each year, I would be surprised if your older 1999 truck has a rating 25% higher than the 2004. Most likely it's lower. This would imply your 4500-5000lb is well above the ratings.
If you are correct and the frame is bending an inch or two just rolling down the road, that's also a good indication that you are over the ratings.
First step would be to take it to a scale and get some real weights not guestimates. Then I would head on down to the Ford Dealership and see if they can pull the correct figures for your specific truck.
If you are correct and the frame is bending an inch or two just rolling down the road, that's also a good indication that you are over the ratings.
First step would be to take it to a scale and get some real weights not guestimates. Then I would head on down to the Ford Dealership and see if they can pull the correct figures for your specific truck.
