Max Tow F150s
How can I identify a Max Tow F150 by decoding the VIN? I'll be replacing my 2012 F150 with a newer one in the next 6 months or so. I'd like the heavier duty package when I do. But how does Ford ide...
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bid_time wrote:theoldwizard1 wrote:You can't get the Ecoboost and 10 spd transmission in the F250; an awesome combination for a daily driver. So no, not everyone would be happier with the F250.Fordlover wrote:
This, among other things, is why I decided on a F-250. I understand it's not for everyone, but looking for the max tow and tow mirrors was like finding a needle in a haystack. The nice thing about the 250, was that they all had the tow mirrors, brake controller, and heavy tow package.
Very true !
Anyone requiring the Max Tow/Max Payload package would probably be happier with an F250 for towing !
I rented the F250 to tow my trailer, and I would not be happy with that truck...I don't care for trucks.
You would be happier with a larger truck, but you probably like trucks anyways...I like driving cars.
The closer a truck is to a car, the less of a compromise it is driving it, but I have a trailer to tow. The 3/4 on up is just too big of a compromise when not towing. The F150 EB is quicker, handles better, brake better, etc, than those fat clumsy bulldogs 2/3 ton on trucks...I'd rather drive a prius than those things.
The F150 with the 3.5 EB, 10 speed, is the closest to a car you can get and tow a heavy trailer.
The difference between the F150 and a heavier truck is driving the 1/2 ton a few times when not towing, to zero times with a heavier, slower, clumsy, thirstier, harder to park, slower, longer braking, etc, truck.
You don't have the slightest clue as to the value of that 3.5 EB, ten speed to some drivers. Everyone does not want a big heavy truck.
Always speak for what would make you happy.
