Weight Distribution Hitch with F350?
Posted this in the TV forum but thought it might be better here. I have a 2011 Jayco 29BHS. I used a Weight Distribution hitch of course. Will I still need it when my F350 diesel gets here? Than...
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According to 2014 Ford Towing Guide on page 25:
The maximum allowable tongue weight for an F-350 ranges from 600-850# for a weight-carrying hitch.
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the maximum allowable tongue weight ranges from 1250-1850#.
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the Ford 2015 SUPER DUTY Owner's Manual specifies the WDH should be adjusted to eliminate about one-half of the front-end rise -- regardless of gasoline or diesel engine.
Depending on TV wheelbase and rear-overhang, a 1000# tongue weight might remove 400-450# from the front axle.
For a 1000# TW, Ford's WDH-adjustment spec implies the WDH should be adjusted to restore about 200-225# to the front axle.
Ron
The maximum allowable tongue weight for an F-350 ranges from 600-850# for a weight-carrying hitch.
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the maximum allowable tongue weight ranges from 1250-1850#.
When using a weight-distributing hitch, the Ford 2015 SUPER DUTY Owner's Manual specifies the WDH should be adjusted to eliminate about one-half of the front-end rise -- regardless of gasoline or diesel engine.
Depending on TV wheelbase and rear-overhang, a 1000# tongue weight might remove 400-450# from the front axle.
For a 1000# TW, Ford's WDH-adjustment spec implies the WDH should be adjusted to restore about 200-225# to the front axle.
Ron
