Pickup bed delete or cab chassis (C&C)?
Hi, exploring the idea of putting a truck camper on a custom flatbed, something like a SherpTek so I can get more storage. I'll be ordering my 3500 DRW new but trying to decide on the standard 3500 du...
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cptqueeg wrote:
Thanks, I have been looking at GM's C&C page and have no intention of getting a 550/5500 under any circumstances. It's just complete and total overkill for me.
My aluminum bed F350 is more than enough to carry 7000 lb of camper and tow light boat. I only wish it would have option for longer CA for better stability.
Technology change fast in last years and Ford made huge difference going from steel to aluminum beds. When I was ordering my truck, most of forum advise was to modify the suspension and go with higher differential ratio. I had faith in new diesel engine and order lowest differential available. The beast was hauling 9000lb of cargo on 6% grades without dropping from overdrive and with 7000 lb camper my rear was still 2" higher than front.
Don't follow the competition, but I assume it is only matter of time they do the same.
Have fun making the choice.
