Is this TT too much for my '15 F150?
I need to upgrade my TT to a larger one. I currently have a ’12 Jayco Whitehawk 27DSRL and am in the process of adopting two young kids. I want to get a bigger TT with bunkhouse. My tow vehicle is ...
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LarryJM wrote:
Simply doing something and doing something smart are two VERY DIFFERENT THINGS.
Larry
And why can it not be done in a smart way? Recently I had Dodge inspect my powertrain. That's everything from the engine back to the rear tires. Since it was going to be there all day, I asked them to do a once over everything else while they were down there. What was found:
- Water pump was replaced under warranty.
- EGR valve replace under warranty.
- Power steering pump may need to be replaced in the future.
- The shocks needed to be replaced. I had planned on swapping them out for Bilsteins anyway.
The truck has over 130,000 miles on it. It's one thing for me to say my truck is just fine, but something completely different when the experts say it. So the truck is mechanically sound, not eating through tires or suspension components, it tows the trailer and hauls loads just fine, and if feels comfortable to me. I've had my fair share of quick stops and emergency maneuvers over the years with no accidents. Sounds safe to me. Sure a bigger truck could probably do the job better, but this truck is paid for and does the job just fine. I'll upgrade when this one dies or I move on to something bigger.
This is in no way an endorsement for the OP's potential setup. All I'm saying is that not all half tons are configured or even built the same. There are half tons out there pulling trailers over 6,000 lbs dry just fine and doing it safely.
