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4x4crazy
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Jan 11, 2018

Looking at buying a new truck for a camper, first time

I am looking at buying a new truck and would like to have something that can tow my boat that weighs roughly 5500lbs all loaded up and have a cab over camper at the same time. I was out looking at leftover 2017 Ford F250 and F350. I don't have a cab over camper in mind but ideally I like the single slide models when I have been looking. I am debating between the F250 or the F350. The F350 can handle around 3950lbs payload from what I can see. The F250 is 3450lbs. I think the F250 would be better for my daily driver. My understanding is the only difference is spring rates between the 2 trucks, but I think I'll need Timbrens anyway. I have never driven a truck with a camper and was hoping someone could help me in the right direction. I am concerned the F350 will be too harsh as a daily driver over the F250. Any opinions on the new super duty?
  • you are saying you like the single slide models, but check the weight, they are over 4000 lbs.

    Truck Camper Magazine is a good place to start. click on buyers guide be sure to check out the weights shown.
  • Don't forget the weight of a new hitch and the extension you will need, due to the TC over hang (beyond the bumper) and the weight of the trailer. That weight needs to be added to the weight of the TC!
  • Go BIG or go home the saying goes. Buy the 350 and don’t look back and don’t regret that you should have bought s bigger truck.